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Skipper Sciver-Brunt sees T20 World Cup as chance to reset England's legacy

Skipper Sciver-Brunt sees T20 World Cup as chance to reset England's legacy

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

England have underachieved since winning the 2017 Women's World Cup and they are determined to put that right when they host the Twenty20 edition on home soil in June, captain Nat Sciver-Brunt said.

T20 World Cup: 'Proud of Thiruvananthapuram's native son, the Pride of India': Tharoor, Kerala CM hail Sanju Samson

T20 World Cup: 'Proud of Thiruvananthapuram's native son, the Pride of India': Tharoor, Kerala CM hail Sanju Samson

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson's majestic knock of 97 from 50 balls single-handedly powered India to a five-wicket win over West Indies to seal their spot in the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.

Is 'arrogant' West Indies board to be blamed for decline?

Is 'arrogant' West Indies board to be blamed for decline?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

Batting great Viv Richards has slammed 'arrogant' Caribbean administrators for thinking they are as important as players and has laid the blame for the decline of West Indies cricket firmly at their door.

Sarfaraz Ahmed: Sacked in 2019, now Pakistan's head coach?

Sarfaraz Ahmed: Sacked in 2019, now Pakistan's head coach?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly offering the head coach position for the Test team to former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, potentially making him the youngest person to hold the role.

Gayle to captain West Indies in ODI series

Gayle to captain West Indies in ODI series

Rediff.com15 Jun 2007

The left-hander will captain West Indies in three one-day internationals and two Twenty20 matches against England.

West Indies seek rare title triumph

West Indies seek rare title triumph

Rediff.com23 Sep 2006

The West Indies will seek a rare title triumph when they cross swords with Australia in the final of the cricket tri-series in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, fully aware that the brittle batting line-up needs to put up a far more inspired show.

U-19 WC: West Indies beat England via DL method

U-19 WC: West Indies beat England via DL method

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Nyeem Young was named man-of-the-match for his all-round show to help the West Indies register their second win in as many matches.

West Indies leave out one-day specialists from list prepared for India visas

West Indies leave out one-day specialists from list prepared for India visas

Rediff.com7 Oct 2018

Bravo, Pollard, Narine not named in 25 for India visa applications

Edwards puts West Indies on course for victory

Edwards puts West Indies on course for victory

Rediff.com29 Dec 2007

Fast bowler Edwards took 2-11 as South Africa, who need 389 to win, stumbled to 45-3 at lunch on the fourth day.

BCCI requests for three Tests in West Indies

BCCI requests for three Tests in West Indies

Rediff.com7 Feb 2006

India are slated to play four Tests on tour of West Indies starting May 15.

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

From 2007 to 2026: How The T20 World Cup Evolved

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Six different teams have lifted the trophy over the years, with the West Indies, England and reigning champions India the only nations to have won it twice.

PIX: West Indies teetering after being set imposing target to win

PIX: West Indies teetering after being set imposing target to win

Rediff.com26 Jul 2020

Images from Day 3 of the third and final Test between England and West Indies at Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday.

India in the West Indies: How it all began

India in the West Indies: How it all began

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

Ahead of the four-Test series against the West Indies, starting in Antigua, on July 21, Rajneesh Gupta sheds light on India's first tour of the Caribbean.

Dogged Brathwaite leads West Indies fightback vs Pakistan

Dogged Brathwaite leads West Indies fightback vs Pakistan

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Kraigg Brathwaite made a patient unbeaten 95 to lead West Indies to 244 for six at the close on the second day of the third and final Test against Pakistan in Sharjah on Monday.

West Indies back banned Shillingford to return

West Indies back banned Shillingford to return

Rediff.com22 Dec 2010

The West Indies Cricket Board has given its backing to suspended off-spinner Shane Shillingford and said it expects him to bounce back. The International Cricket Council ruled on Tuesday that Shillingford's bowling action was 'illegal' and suspended him from the game until his action was modified.

The Great Collapse: How India's Big T20 Shake-Up Failed

The Great Collapse: How India's Big T20 Shake-Up Failed

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The Indian team, which looked invincible under Suryakumar Yadav, has suddenly hit rock bottom a few months after winning the T20 World Cup.

Punjab Kings Coach Ponting Approves Marco Jansen's Delayed IPL Arrival

Punjab Kings Coach Ponting Approves Marco Jansen's Delayed IPL Arrival

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting supports Marco Jansen's late arrival for the IPL, acknowledging logistical challenges faced by South African players after the T20 World Cup.

Suryakumar dropped! Shreyas Iyer India's new T20 captain

Suryakumar dropped! Shreyas Iyer India's new T20 captain

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Shreyas Iyer has been named India's new T20I captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav signalling a new era for Indian T20I cricket.

West Indies' Samuels banned from bowling for 12 months

West Indies' Samuels banned from bowling for 12 months

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

West Indies batsman Marlon Samuels has been banned from bowling for 12 months by the International Cricket Council after undergoing testing on his action.

Inexperienced West Indies wary of India's spin threat

Inexperienced West Indies wary of India's spin threat

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

West Indies skipper Jason Holder doesn't expect his young and inexperienced side to improve by leaps and bounds and said they are looking for a steady progression as they go into the four-Test series against India with confidence.

West Indies clinch World Twenty20 title

West Indies clinch World Twenty20 title

Rediff.com7 Oct 2012

West Indies were crowned the World Twenty20 champions after beating hosts Sri Lanka by 36 runs in a bowler-dominated final at the R Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.

Images: Australia vs West Indies, Champions Trophy

Images: Australia vs West Indies, Champions Trophy

Rediff.com26 Sep 2009

Images from the ICC Champions Trophy Group A match between Australia and West Indies in Johannesburg, on Saturday.

Pak reject West Indies request for tour change

Pak reject West Indies request for tour change

Rediff.com21 Jun 2006

"They wanted to play a Twenty20 match on Nov. 17 before coming to Pakistan and asked us to reschedule the dates," a PCB official said.

PIX: How India sent West Indies crashing to defeat

PIX: How India sent West Indies crashing to defeat

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

Left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja led India's brilliant bowling performance in a lopsided nine-wicket win against West Indies to wrap up a 3-1 series victory in the fifth and final one-day international.

5 things West Indies learned from their loss to India

5 things West Indies learned from their loss to India

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

West Indies pacer Jerome Taylor feels that the loss to India in their World Twenty20 warm-up fixture, in Kolkata, has given his team a reality check.

If we fight hard, there will be...: Lara's message to WI

If we fight hard, there will be...: Lara's message to WI

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Lara praised the Caribbean side's remarkable comeback in the match after a difficult start.

Renewed India face inexperienced West Indies in opening Test

Renewed India face inexperienced West Indies in opening Test

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

India have endured series losses in South Africa and England over the last nine months but have still managed to remain the number one side in the longest format.

'Deeply embarrassed' West Indies seek talks with India after legal threat

'Deeply embarrassed' West Indies seek talks with India after legal threat

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

The West Indies Cricket Board will ask for a meeting with its Indian counterparts as it seeks to find a way out of the crisis caused by the abandonment of the recent tour.

West Indies to play day-night Test against Pakistan?

West Indies to play day-night Test against Pakistan?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2016

PCB chairman Shaharyar Khan, on Saturday, said that the West Indies cricket board has agreed to play a day and night Test in the 'home' series planned in the UAE in September-October.

IPL 2026: 'I want to learn': Samson on playing with Dhoni

IPL 2026: 'I want to learn': Samson on playing with Dhoni

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson expresses his excitement about joining Chennai Super Kings and learning from MS Dhoni, while also reflecting on India's T20 World Cup victory and his personal journey.

West Indies launch fightback after following-on

West Indies launch fightback after following-on

Rediff.com16 Nov 2011

A dominant India put themselves on course for a series-clinching victory even as West Indies fought resolutely in their second innings to delay the inevitable after conceding a huge 478-run lead in the second Test in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Steyn passed fit for West Indies clash

Steyn passed fit for West Indies clash

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

South Africa pace bowler Dale Steyn has been passed fit for Friday's winner-takes-all Champions Trophy Group B clash against West Indies in Cardiff.

Vettori ruled out of second Test against West Indies

Vettori ruled out of second Test against West Indies

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

New Zealand spinner Daniel Vettori will miss the second Test against West Indies starting on Thursday in Kingston with a groin strain, the country's cricket board said on Wednesday.

Labuschagne misses out as Australia name squad for West Indies tour

Labuschagne misses out as Australia name squad for West Indies tour

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Australia and West Indies are set to lock horns in five T20Is and three ODIs in July this year.

'Just let the bat talk': Hetmyer reveals secret

'Just let the bat talk': Hetmyer reveals secret

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Shimron Hetmyer's explosive innings propelled the West Indies to a dominant victory over Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, with the batsman attributing his success to simplified thinking and letting his bat do the talking.

Women's T20 World Cup: England outclass Scotland for third win in a row

Women's T20 World Cup: England outclass Scotland for third win in a row

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

England continued their unbeaten run at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 after some brutal power-hitting helped them to a 38-run win over Scotland.

WI recall Chanderpaul for India Tests; Brathwaite axed

WI recall Chanderpaul for India Tests; Brathwaite axed

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Alick Athanaze were recalled in the West Indies' 15-member squad for the two-Test series in India next month.

England edge past West Indies in a thriller to level T20 series

England edge past West Indies in a thriller to level T20 series

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

England held their nerve in the face of a late assault by Akeal Hosein and Romario Shepherd to secure a one-run victory over the West Indies in Bridgetown on Sunday and level their five-match Twenty20 International series at 1-1.

Younus returns with century as Pakistan dominate West Indies

Younus returns with century as Pakistan dominate West Indies

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Veteran Younus Khan's majestic century helped Pakistan dominate the opening day of the second Test against West Indies on Friday, the hosts reaching on 304-4 on a punishing day for the bowlers in Abu Dhabi.