News for 'Director of Cricket'

Is Rayudu Joining Jagan?

Is Rayudu Joining Jagan?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

'I shall soon enter politics in Andhra Pradesh to serve the people. Before that, I have decided to visit different parts of the district to know the people's pulse and understand their problems.'

Cricket Buzz: New shirt sponsor for Australia after ball tampering scandal

Cricket Buzz: New shirt sponsor for Australia after ball tampering scandal

Rediff.com23 May 2018

Cricket Australia have signed a four-year agreement with energy provider Alinta Energy, potentially laying to rest concerns over a financial fallout from the ball-tampering scandal in March.

'I was keen to protect Cricket's GenNext'

'I was keen to protect Cricket's GenNext'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

Sachin Tendulkar has found ways to remain engaged with the sport.

The most exciting teenager in Indian cricket

The most exciting teenager in Indian cricket

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

'Cricket may be stressful and very difficult, but when it's your passion, you learn to love it.'

Rajasthan Royals to launch cricket academy in UAE

Rajasthan Royals to launch cricket academy in UAE

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

Rajasthan will become the first IPL franchise to start an academy in the United Arab Emirates.

'Shane Warne cared a lot': Maxwell on spin legend's influence

'Shane Warne cared a lot': Maxwell on spin legend's influence

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

Glenn Maxwell shared a touching relationship with Shane Warne, who passed away last year, and the Royal Challengers Bangalore all-rounder termed the spin legend as the most caring and loyal person he has ever come across.

Kolhi's purple patch can only benefit Indian cricket: Shastri

Kolhi's purple patch can only benefit Indian cricket: Shastri

Rediff.com22 May 2016

Showering praise on Virat Kohli, former India team director Ravi Shastri has said that the star Indian batsman's sensational form can only be beneficial to Indian cricket. Kohli is in the form of his life with four centuries in the ongoing IPL -- most by a player in a single T20 tournament. "Virat has hit a purple patch. Terrific batting. If he goes on like this, it will only keep on serving Indian cricket and be beneficial to it. The kind of batting on offer from him, he will make you stand up and applaud."

VOTE: Who should be next India cricket coach?

VOTE: Who should be next India cricket coach?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

Will Ravi Shastri be retained or will the BCCI opt for a new face?

Pietersen's axing helped England cricket team?

Pietersen's axing helped England cricket team?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

The England and Wales Cricket Board's decision to exclude maverick batsman Kevin Pietersen from selection has benefitted the team, director of cricket Andrew Strauss told BBC.

Cricket Buzz: WI Board cleared Russell to play in GT20

Cricket Buzz: WI Board cleared Russell to play in GT20

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

Russell had opted out of the three-match T20I series against India due to an injury, but he turned up for Vancouver Knights to play in the T20 tournament in Canada.

'Shami an exceptional bowler regardless of the format'

'Shami an exceptional bowler regardless of the format'

Rediff.com12 May 2023

Mohammed Shami has been the driving force behind Gujarat Titans' splendid run in IPL 2023.

Shastri team director for England ODIs. Can he turn around India's fortunes?

Shastri team director for England ODIs. Can he turn around India's fortunes?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2014

India have appointed former captain Ravi Shastri as director of cricket for the One-day international series against England as part of a coaching shake-up following the recent 3-1 Test series defeat to the same opponents.

'Today's heroes do anything they want'

'Today's heroes do anything they want'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

'Earlier, it was four songs and four fights, and some story. That was enough.' 'Maybe we are in a box then and the audiences were not prepared for anything new.' 'Now we have got bigger scope.'

Delhi's selectors sacked after Saurashtra thrashing

Delhi's selectors sacked after Saurashtra thrashing

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

The Delhi and Districts Cricket Association sacked its senior selection committee, comprising former National selector Gagan Khoda, Mayank Sidhana and Anil Bhardwaj, on Thursday after the state team was decimated by Saurashtra in a Ranji Trophy group league game.

Cricket Buzz: Why Vidarbha-ROI Irani Cup game was called off

Cricket Buzz: Why Vidarbha-ROI Irani Cup game was called off

Rediff.com17 Feb 2019

The decision left everyone wondering if the on-field umpires faltered in calling off the game, but the Vidarbha player, said nothing like that had happened.

Protest threat looms! Wimbledon organisers step up security

Protest threat looms! Wimbledon organisers step up security

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Security plans 'uplifted' for Wimbledon, organisers say

Smith, Boucher face probe over racism allegations

Smith, Boucher face probe over racism allegations

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

Cricket South Africa said on Monday that it would formally investigate director of cricket Graeme Smith and national team head coach Mark Boucher following allegations of racist conduct in an ombudsman's report.

Goa Tourism issues notice to Yuvraj over villa

Goa Tourism issues notice to Yuvraj over villa

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Registration of a homestay with the tourism department is mandated under the Goa Registration of Tourist Trade Act, 1982.

South Africa were ball-tampering soon after Newlands Test: Paine

South Africa were ball-tampering soon after Newlands Test: Paine

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Former Australia captain Tim Paine has accused South Africa of ball-tampering in the match that immediately followed the infamous 2018 Newlands Test which saw the Australian team engulfed in the 'Sandpaper-gate' scandal.

Siraj to play Warwickshire's last three county games

Siraj to play Warwickshire's last three county games

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj will join the English county bandwagon as he gears up to play Warwickshire's last three first-class games in September.

Isha, Akash, Anant Ambani appointed to Reliance board

Isha, Akash, Anant Ambani appointed to Reliance board

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's children -- Isha, Akash and Anant -- on Monday were appointed on the board of his energy-to-technology conglomerate Reliance Industries Ltd, in what is seen as a clear path of succession planning at India's most valuable company.

KP's exclusion: 'English cricket the laughing stock again!'

KP's exclusion: 'English cricket the laughing stock again!'

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Kevin Pietersen is not the only one trying to work out why he is unwanted by England's cricket selectors.

Shastri wins 'close race' to continue as head coach of men's cricket team

Shastri wins 'close race' to continue as head coach of men's cricket team

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

Ravi Shastri was reappointed as the India head coach, the BCCI's Cricket Advisory Committee announced on Friday.

Will tainted Hales get back into England squad?

Will tainted Hales get back into England squad?

Rediff.com1 May 2022

ECB managing director Key suggests England return for Hales

Fresh trouble for Gehlot, BJP MP files money-laundering complaint with ED

Fresh trouble for Gehlot, BJP MP files money-laundering complaint with ED

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

The complaint against CM's son Vaibhav Gehlot and a man described as the younger Gehlot's business associate seeks action under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

Cricketer Rahul Ghosh recovering from head injury

Cricketer Rahul Ghosh recovering from head injury

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Kolkata cricketer Rahul Ghosh, who was hospitalised after sustaining a head injury during a local league match, is stable and recovering, but doctors said he still needs to be kept under observation in intensive care.

Krunal Pandya signs with County side Warwickshire for Royal London Cup

Krunal Pandya signs with County side Warwickshire for Royal London Cup

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

'Krunal is an incredible signing for the club, and I'm delighted to welcome him to Edgbaston'

Cricket Buzz: ICC refuses to recognise USACA events involving India

Cricket Buzz: ICC refuses to recognise USACA events involving India

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

The south Asian country has remained largely starved of international cricket since the 2009 attacks on a bus carrying Sri Lankan cricketers in Lahore, wounding six players and a British coach and killing eight Pakistanis.

India, SA touchdown in Cuttack for 2nd T20I

India, SA touchdown in Cuttack for 2nd T20I

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Fans gathered in large numbers at the airport, outside their hotel and on both sides of the road for a glimpse of the cricketing stars.

Pooran named West Indies white ball captain

Pooran named West Indies white ball captain

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Pooran will lead the side at this year's T20 World Cup and the ODI World Cup in 2023.

Why Shastri was given an extension as Team India Director

Why Shastri was given an extension as Team India Director

Rediff.com17 Sep 2015

Senior Board of Control for Cricket in India functionary Rajeev Shukla says the decision to give Team Director Ravi Shastri an extension till the 2016 World Cup was based on his good performance and rapport with the players.

Not interested in role of England team director: Kirsten

Not interested in role of England team director: Kirsten

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

Former India coach Gary Kirsten says he is flattered that people are thinking about me, but the amount of time spent away from home prevents him from taking up the job.

Meet the man tasked with checking match-fixing in Indian cricket

Meet the man tasked with checking match-fixing in Indian cricket

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Saturday appointed former Rajasthan DGP as the Head of its Anti-Corruption Unit, replacing former Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar.

Lalit Modi resigns from RCA, says 'goodbye to cricket administration'

Lalit Modi resigns from RCA, says 'goodbye to cricket administration'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2017

Lalit Modi resigned as the president of the Nagaur District Association, marking an end to his presence in the Rajasthan Cricket body, which was banned by the Board of Control for Cricket in India for allowing the tainted administrator in its fold.

'Why has BCCI forgotten its veteran cricketers?'

'Why has BCCI forgotten its veteran cricketers?'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

Former India cricketers on Monday hailed the Board of Control for Cricket in India's decision to appoint retired greats Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman and Sourav Ganguly in its cricket advisory committee, terming it a 'step in the right direction'. However, there were some who asked why its veteran cricketers are forgotten.

Ravi Shastri, Indian Cricket's Mr Indispensable

Ravi Shastri, Indian Cricket's Mr Indispensable

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

'In the merry-go-round of Indian cricket, amid abhorrent match-fixing scandals and incessant politicking, Ravi Shastri is a multifaceted personality who, when called upon, can don any hat with ease.'

Cricket Buzz: Giles steps down as England selector

Cricket Buzz: Giles steps down as England selector

Rediff.com26 Apr 2014

Ashley Giles has stepped down as an England selector and Mick Newell will take his place on the panel, the England and Wales Cricket Board said on Friday.

Pietersen returns to English cricket with Surrey

Pietersen returns to English cricket with Surrey

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen, bidding to return to the international scene after being sacked last year, will be available for all forms of cricket, starting with Surrey's opening county championship fixture on April 19.

Cricket Buzz: Stewart wants IPL cut-off date after Surrey lose Curran

Cricket Buzz: Stewart wants IPL cut-off date after Surrey lose Curran

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Curran went unsold in February's IPL auction but Kolkata Knight Riders recruited him for around $247,000 earlier this month to replace injured Australian paceman Mitchell Starc.

Kumble, Gambhir catch up!

Kumble, Gambhir catch up!

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

Anil Kumble and Gautam Gambhir played 19 Tests together for India.