News for 'Director of Cricket'

Strauss steps down as ECB director of cricket

Strauss steps down as ECB director of cricket

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

Former England captain Andrew Strauss has stepped down from his position as director of cricket and will take up a more flexible role with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the 41-year-old announced on Wednesday.

Women's cricket outshining men's since 2019- here's why...

Women's cricket outshining men's since 2019- here's why...

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Ganguly was also effusive in his praise for young pacer Renuka Singh.

Jay Shah takes over as ICC chairman

Jay Shah takes over as ICC chairman

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Jay Shah expressed his vision to grow the global reach of the sport with a particular focus on the opportunity of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028.

Arrest warrant issued against Robin Uthappa

Arrest warrant issued against Robin Uthappa

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

The police went to Robin Uthappa's house to issue a notice. Since he does not reside at that address at present, a warrant has been executed for the former cricketer.

Bumrah is excited to be playing Test cricket: Shastri

Bumrah is excited to be playing Test cricket: Shastri

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

'I remember my first call to him, it was in Kolkata. I asked him would he be interested in Test cricket. He said that would be the biggest day of his life.'

Rajat Patidar reveals Kohli's role in his RCB captaincy

Rajat Patidar reveals Kohli's role in his RCB captaincy

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Newly-appointed Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar on Thursday said he would want to pick talisman Virat Kohli's brains to learn the nuances of leadership and stressed on the importance of "standing with players" in all circumstances.

AC Milan vs Inter in India?

AC Milan vs Inter in India?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Serie A might consider India as a potential host for the Italian Super Cup

Former skipper Belinda Clark among favourites to head CA

Former skipper Belinda Clark among favourites to head CA

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

CA boss Nick Hockley to step down

WPL: Run-out controversy as MI lose to DC

WPL: Run-out controversy as MI lose to DC

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Taking a dig at the controversial run-out decisions that played a big role in her team's last-ball, two-wicket defeat to Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians coach Charlotte Edwards said it was "really hard" to comprehend such calls that affect the eventual outcome of the match.

Kapil's emotional phone call to Kambli

Kapil's emotional phone call to Kambli

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

'Take care. When you will better and come out, I will come to meet you. Look after yourself, love you.'

Graeme Smith could be South Africa's first director of cricket

Graeme Smith could be South Africa's first director of cricket

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

Smith could emerge as the figure the embattled team looks up to for a revival in its fortunes.

Delhi Capitals' Ganguly gets new role at JSW Sports

Delhi Capitals' Ganguly gets new role at JSW Sports

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Ganguly joined Delhi Capitals in 2019 as an advisor, where he worked alongside coach Ricky Ponting, and later returned to the franchise as Director of Cricket after his stint as BCCI president.

'My Boys Have Never Given Me Any Trouble'

'My Boys Have Never Given Me Any Trouble'

Rediff.com9 May 2025

'Both Shahid and Ishaan are over-thinkers and I'm constantly telling them to lighten up, chill.'

'It Helped To Have Shah Rukh Around'

'It Helped To Have Shah Rukh Around'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

'He is one of the most down-to-earth and hardworking guys I know, and that's true of all superstars, including Bachchan sahab.'

'Mamata's Fundamental Concern Is The Muslim Vote'

'Mamata's Fundamental Concern Is The Muslim Vote'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

'Rather than assuaging the feelings of the Hindus accommodated in schools and hospitals, she calls a meeting of imams and tries to assuage them.'

Cricket fever hits theatres: 70 per cent tickets sold

Cricket fever hits theatres: 70 per cent tickets sold

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Cinema owners elated with 'extraordinary' advance booking match screenings

Who is the next BCCI secretary?

Who is the next BCCI secretary?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

With Jay Shah taking over as International Cricket Council's youngest chairman on December 1, the role of secretary in the mighty BCCI lies vacant and as officials wonder who the replacement might be, they have time to figure out the next course of action.

Match-fixing scandal hits Sri Lanka T10

Match-fixing scandal hits Sri Lanka T10

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Prem Thakkur, the Indian owner of Lanka T10 Super League team Galle Marvels, has been arrested by police here on match-fixing charges

Maxwell's 'beautiful' exit meeting with RCB

Maxwell's 'beautiful' exit meeting with RCB

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Maxwell revealed he received a call from RCB's Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, and head coach Andy Flower, informing him of the decision.

J-K family loses fourth member in line of duty in Kathua encounter

J-K family loses fourth member in line of duty in Kathua encounter

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Balwinder Singh Chib, a police officer in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district, was killed in an encounter with Pakistani terrorists, continuing a legacy of sacrifice that spans three generations of his family. Chib's great-grandfather and uncle were also martyred in the line of duty, and his brother died during World War I. The family is venerated in their village for their history of patriotism and sacrifice.

ICC confirms CT 2025 Hybrid Model, India vs Pakistan in UAE

ICC confirms CT 2025 Hybrid Model, India vs Pakistan in UAE

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

According to a top ICC source, the decision was more or less finalised during an informal meeting between the body's new president Jay Shah and the Board of Directors, including Pakistan, at its headquarters in Dubai on Thursday.

West Indies pacer Joseph suspended

West Indies pacer Joseph suspended

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

West Indies coach Daren Sammy had already labelled Joseph's conduct unacceptable and CWI said it had fallen short of the professionalism expected of players.

Starc's IPL bid proves bowlers are cricket's hot property

Starc's IPL bid proves bowlers are cricket's hot property

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

"Bowlers were going to be a hot property," says De Villiers on Starc's historic bid

Is This The Right Time To Stay Invested In Small Caps?

Is This The Right Time To Stay Invested In Small Caps?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Why try to time the market when time in the market works better? History shows that patient investors who stay the course often walk away with the real rewards, says Ramalingam Kalirajan.

How Quickly IPL Teams Spent Money

How Quickly IPL Teams Spent Money

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

At the start of the auction on Sunday, Punjab Kings had the highest funds at Rs 110.5 crore, which decreased to Rs 10.9 crore before Day 2 on Monday.

Badani named Delhi Capitals Head Coach

Badani named Delhi Capitals Head Coach

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

'It's my absolute honour to be joining Delhi Capitals, and I'm deeply grateful to our owners for trusting me with the job.'

'Subhash Ghai Made Me'

'Subhash Ghai Made Me'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

'Being signed on as the leading man of Hero came to me like a bolt out of the blue.'

How Jaiswal prepared for Aussie bouncers...

How Jaiswal prepared for Aussie bouncers...

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal's intense and innovative pre-tour training against short-pitched balls at the Thane Stadium contributed to his unbeaten 90 in Perth

'Certain Relationships Are Too Difficult To Explain'

'Certain Relationships Are Too Difficult To Explain'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

'Two males in the same house, one who is trying to become a man, and the other one is losing his manhood, when they cross paths, it can be a tricky situation.'

Historic milestone: India women to play Test at Lord's

Historic milestone: India women to play Test at Lord's

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Lord's, the 'home of cricket', will host its first-ever Women's Test between India and England in 2026, the ECB announced on Thursday.

The two contenders to replace Jay Shah as BCCI secretary

The two contenders to replace Jay Shah as BCCI secretary

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Anil Patel, the secretary of Gujarat Cricket Association and Rohan Jaitley, son of late Arun Jaitley and the president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association are the two names in running to take over as BCCI secretary.

Is Head Coach Gambir under the lens?

Is Head Coach Gambir under the lens?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir finds himself caught between a rock and hard place.

Why CEOs, Bankers Want To Be Like Bumrah

Why CEOs, Bankers Want To Be Like Bumrah

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

From CEOs to RBI governors, cricket's rich imagery and strategy resonate deeply with leadership, uncertainty, and decision-making across industries and global diplomacy, points out Suveen Sinha.

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The members who were present at the 93rd BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bengaluru on Sunday requested incumbent secretary Jay Shah to speed up the process of finding his successor to keep the transition of power as smooth as possible.

Jay Shah to head ICC for three years

Jay Shah to head ICC for three years

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

During the ICC board meeting, the global body also approved a series of women's Associate Member T20 competitions to boost the competitiveness of smaller cricket-playing nations as it prepares for the expansion of women's events in the 2028-2031 cycle.

Azharuddin summoned by ED in money laundering case

Azharuddin summoned by ED in money laundering case

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Last November, ED conducted searches under the provisions of the PMLA at nine locations in Telangana.

'Aamir Chased Me With A Snake And Made Me Cry'

'Aamir Chased Me With A Snake And Made Me Cry'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'We've had our fights, and our laughs too.'

Dravid Returns To Rajasthan Royals As Head Coach

Dravid Returns To Rajasthan Royals As Head Coach

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Kumar Sangakkara will continue at the franchise.

SEE: When Chris Martin met the Tendulkars

SEE: When Chris Martin met the Tendulkars

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'Thank you to all the well-wishers who joined us, including Chris Martin, for making this milestone special.'

'No differences between Babar and Shaheen'

'No differences between Babar and Shaheen'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Former Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Zaka Ashraf denied any groupings in the dressing room.