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Anderson out of Sri Lanka series

Anderson out of Sri Lanka series

Rediff.com3 May 2006

The England fast bowler will miss the Test series because of a back injury.

PIX: Conway's double ton on debut hoists NZ on Day 2

PIX: Conway's double ton on debut hoists NZ on Day 2

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

England finished day two on 111-2 and trail New Zealand by 267 runs in the first innings of the first Test after Devon Conway's double ton took the game away from the home side on Thursday.

Kaneria deposits 28,000 pounds, gets last chance to overturn ban

Kaneria deposits 28,000 pounds, gets last chance to overturn ban

Rediff.com11 Mar 2014

Pakistan's banned Test leg-spinner Danish Kaneria has deposited a sum of 28,000 pounds with a commercial high court in London in order to get his appeal against the life ban heard on April 11.

England's Joe Root doubtful for World T20 with thumb injury

England's Joe Root doubtful for World T20 with thumb injury

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

England batsman Joe Root is a major doubt for the World Twenty20 tournament this month after fracturing his thumb during England's one-day series clincher in the West Indies.

Flintoff to undergo surgery

Flintoff to undergo surgery

Rediff.com23 Jul 2006

The England captain is expected to be out of action for 12 weeks.

England to host 2017 World Test Championship

England to host 2017 World Test Championship

Rediff.com30 Jun 2013

England and Wales will host the inaugural World Test Championship in 2017, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Saturday.

Vaughan out of Ashes series

Vaughan out of Ashes series

Rediff.com6 Jul 2006

The England captain was ruled out after undergoing a fourth operation on his right knee.

Pulwama terror attack: BCCI's letter to ICC

Pulwama terror attack: BCCI's letter to ICC

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

Following is the text of the letter that the BCCI has written to the ICC in the wake of the Pulwama terror attack.

England will tour Zimbabwe

England will tour Zimbabwe

Rediff.com28 Oct 2004

The ECB has given the green light to the tour next month after expressing satisfaction with safety and security measures.

England seek changes in India tour

England seek changes in India tour

Rediff.com20 Nov 2005

Latif refuses to publicly divulge details on alleged Indian bookie

Latif refuses to publicly divulge details on alleged Indian bookie

Rediff.com25 Aug 2013

Pakistan's former captain Rashid Latif has refused to make public any evidence to back his claim that the PCB hosted an alleged Indian bookmaker Anu Bhatt during the national team's 2005-06 series against England and India.

England, Zimbabwe agree to cancel Tests

England, Zimbabwe agree to cancel Tests

Rediff.com24 Mar 2005

The two countries felt it will not be possible to reschedule the Tests that were postponed during last year's tour.

Still no evidence against me, says Kaneria

Still no evidence against me, says Kaneria

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

Banned Test leg-spinner Danish Kaneria, whose appeal against his life ban was rejected by the England and Wales Cricket Board on Tuesday, complained about not receiving any support from the Pakistan Cricket Board.

England to face Pakistan in UAE

England to face Pakistan in UAE

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

England will play three Tests against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates in October and November this year, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Thursday.

Pietersen retained as England recall trio to Ashes squad

Pietersen retained as England recall trio to Ashes squad

Rediff.com28 Jul 2013

Kevin Pietersen was included in a 14-man squad for next week's third Ashes Test against Australia at Old Trafford despite concerns over his calf injury, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Sunday.

No fracture in Broad's right foot; may return for 4th Test

No fracture in Broad's right foot; may return for 4th Test

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

Scans on England paceman Stuart Broad's injured right foot revealed no sign of a fracture and he could return to the bowling attack for the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Monday.

John Edrich, Robin Jackman pass into the ages

John Edrich, Robin Jackman pass into the ages

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

John Edrich scored a triple Test hundred and over 100 first class hundreds in a magnificent career.

Australia, England cricketers set for pay cut

Australia, England cricketers set for pay cut

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Australian cricketers might have to accept a pay cut due to the coronavirus pandemic, conceded Test captain Tim Paine but insisted that making financial sacrifices is a "small thing" in the current situation and they are prepared to "do their bit". A pay cut for the top cricketers seems to be on the cards with Cricket Australia delaying annual contracts for both the men's and women's national teams. CA is preparing for the possibility of a severely-affected home summer due to the coronavirus outbreak.

ICC proposal: 'South Africa did not sell out to Big Three'

ICC proposal: 'South Africa did not sell out to Big Three'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Cricket South Africa (CSA) did not sell out to India, England and Australia over the decision to allow the 'Big Three' to effectively take control of the sport, president Chris Nenzani said on Tuesday.

With Archer out, will Anderson play 2nd Test?

With Archer out, will Anderson play 2nd Test?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Who do you think should be part of England's playing XI for the first Test?

Saqlain Mushtaq to help England spinners tackle Pak batsmen

Saqlain Mushtaq to help England spinners tackle Pak batsmen

Rediff.com29 May 2016

Former Pakistan Test cricketer Saqlain Mushtaq has agreed to a 10-day spell with England as their spin-bowling consultant for the upcoming series against Pakistan.

PCB set to oppose ICC's revamp proposal

PCB set to oppose ICC's revamp proposal

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

The Pakistan Cricket Board has been told by its governing board to strongly oppose the changes proposed by India, Australia and England cricket boards in the governance and distribution of finances in the ICC.

England's Anderson frustrated by niggling calf injury

England's Anderson frustrated by niggling calf injury

Rediff.com11 Aug 2019

Anderson pulled up injured on day one of the first Test which the hosts lost by 251 runs.

Cricket Buzz: BCCI treasurer questions COA member Edulji

Cricket Buzz: BCCI treasurer questions COA member Edulji

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

The Board of Control for Cricket in India treasurer Aniruddh Chaudhry has questioned COA member Diana Edulji benefitting from a one-time ex-gratia payment given to women international cricketers, implying conflict of interest in the allocation.

South Africa deny they instigated Pietersen text row

South Africa deny they instigated Pietersen text row

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Cricket South Africa (CSA) have dismissed claims their players instigated the text-message row that led to batsman Kevin Pietersen being dropped by England. England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chief executive David Collier told BBC radio on Sunday that Pietersen's texts to South African players during the recent Test series were in response to messages from the opposition.

England flying to Zimbabwe

England flying to Zimbabwe

Rediff.com26 Nov 2004

England's five-match cricket tour of Zimbabwe will go ahead after a ban on 13 British journalists was rescinded.

England's Pietersen cleared to play in fifth Test

England's Pietersen cleared to play in fifth Test

Rediff.com15 Aug 2013

England batsman Kevin Pietersen is fit to play in the final Test against Australia following a scan on his injured knee, the England and Wales Cricket Board said on Wednesday.

Security concerns addressed: Dickason

Security concerns addressed: Dickason

Rediff.com3 Dec 2008

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Wednesday allayed visiting security expert Reg Dickason's apprehensions and oozed confidence of hosting the first Test match between India and England at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Chennai from December 11. Later, Dickason looked satisfied as he said, "We had some security concerns and those have been addressed."

'Swann, Broad, Bresnan had access to Pietersen's parody account'

'Swann, Broad, Bresnan had access to Pietersen's parody account'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Kevin Pietersen's claim that a former England captain has told the England Cricket Board that three of his team-mates might have access to a parody twitter account mocking him came out to be true with Alec Stewart saying that he stood by what the controversial former batsman said in his autobiography.

Budget: Real estate sector ignored

Budget: Real estate sector ignored

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

The Union Budget 2013-14 has been largely neutral as far as Real Estate industry as most of its specific demands/wishes ignored especially that of infrastructure status, allowing ECB for all segments against current affordable housing alone.

'Missing IPL season is making English players frustrated'

'Missing IPL season is making English players frustrated'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2013

Saying that lack of opportunity to play in the hugely popular IPL is frustrating for England players, wicket-keeper Matt Prior has suggested the English Cricket Board to reschedule its international calendar.

If cricket is played in empty stadiums, so be it: Stokes

If cricket is played in empty stadiums, so be it: Stokes

Rediff.com5 May 2020

The element of competitiveness will not be lost even if action unfolds before empty stadiums, says world's premier all-rounder Ben Stokes who wouldn't mind international cricket becoming a TV only sport till coronavirus pandemic is under control. Stokes' opinion was sought whether the upcoming England vs West Indies series at home in empty stadiums will lose its sheen as the England and Wales Cricket Board is contemplating cricket without spectators for some time.

Cricket Buzz: Bairstow axed from Test squad for NZ tour

Cricket Buzz: Bairstow axed from Test squad for NZ tour

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

'James Anderson was unavailable for selection in the Test squad as he continues his rehabilitation from a calf injury,' the ECB said in a statement.

'Sibley deserves a lot of credit for sticking to his game'

'Sibley deserves a lot of credit for sticking to his game'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2020

Michael Vaughan backs Dom Sibley after his slow century invites criticism

Collier apologises to South Africa over Pietersen remark

Collier apologises to South Africa over Pietersen remark

Rediff.com15 Oct 2012

England cricket chief David Collier has been forced to apologise to South Africa after accusing their players of provoking Kevin Pietersen in the text message row that led to the batsman being dropped.

Surrey youngster Maynard dies in accident

Surrey youngster Maynard dies in accident

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

Tom Maynard, who was aged just 23 and is the son of former England batsman Matthew Maynard, was hit by the London Underground train near Wimbledon Park station in the early hours on Monday.

Lalit Modi gets more time to reply to 2nd notice

Lalit Modi gets more time to reply to 2nd notice

Rediff.com18 May 2010

Lalit Modi got a breather after the BCCI on Tuesday granted the suspended IPL Commissioner 10 additional days to reply to the second show cause notice issued to him for his acts 'detrimental to world cricket'.

'New FTP has given meaningful context to T20s'

'New FTP has given meaningful context to T20s'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

Johri presented a proposed FTP that has 81 international matches at home in the next five-year cycle, including 27 T20s.

Bresnan, Kieswetter out of England's ODI squad

Bresnan, Kieswetter out of England's ODI squad

Rediff.com25 Jan 2013

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) selectors have named the squads for their One-day, Test and Twenty20 series against New Zealand with injured Tim Bresnan and out of form wicket keeper Craig Kieswetter noteworthy names to miss the touring party.

Will instinct-backed Pietersen live up to expectations on return?

Will instinct-backed Pietersen live up to expectations on return?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2012

Controversial South Africa-born England middle-order batsman Kevin Pietersen splits opinion as readily as he destroys the world's best attacks.