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Where can IPL 2025 be completed?

Where can IPL 2025 be completed?

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Will the BCCI listen to Vaughan's suggestion?

Shami Set to Miss England Tour, BCCI Awaiting Final Fitness Report

Shami Set to Miss England Tour, BCCI Awaiting Final Fitness Report

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Though there is no official word from the selection committee, signs point to Shami being left out of the touring party unless the medical team clears him with a positive report in the coming days.

Graham Thorpe Passes Into The Ages

Graham Thorpe Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

'More than one of England's finest-ever batters, he was a beloved member of the cricket family and revered by fans all over the world.'

'KohIi, Rohit Deserved Proper Send-Off'

'KohIi, Rohit Deserved Proper Send-Off'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'This doesn't look good for the game and Indian cricket.'

Can IPL cash save struggling English county clubs?

Can IPL cash save struggling English county clubs?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

The sale of equity in the eight franchises of The Hundred is expected to raise approximately 520 million pounds, a part of which would be shared with the county clubs.

England's Stokes ruled out for rest of summer with injury

England's Stokes ruled out for rest of summer with injury

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

England will be without captain Ben Stokes for the rest of the English summer after he picked up a hamstring injury, with batter Ollie Pope taking over the captaincy in his absence

Oval: Different Rules For Different People

Oval: Different Rules For Different People

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'I've never seen anything like it in my life.'

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

He was seeking a new purpose -- something to reignite his passion and spark a personal resurgence. But under the current team management, Kohli felt that he wasn't getting the environment, autonomy, or energy he needed.

ECB surprise! Data analysts axed ahead of India Tests

ECB surprise! Data analysts axed ahead of India Tests

Rediff.com18 May 2025

The England and Wales Cricket Board has sacked its data analysts, Freddie Wilde and Nathan Leamon, weeks ahead of the Test series against India, as head coach Brendon McCullum wants to put more emphasis on gut feeling and intuition.

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'He will have no problems playing under any captain, he will still give his 100 percent for the team.'

ECB pins hopes on India to save English summer

ECB pins hopes on India to save English summer

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

The series marks the beginning of a new cycle for both India and England in the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC).

'Available for Big Games': BCCI's plan to protect Bumrah

'Available for Big Games': BCCI's plan to protect Bumrah

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has laid bare its blueprint for Jasprit Bumrah's workload management, making it clear that India's pace spearhead will be preserved for the biggest stages

2-tier Test system; T20 WC expansion: Key points of ICC meeting

2-tier Test system; T20 WC expansion: Key points of ICC meeting

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The much-debated idea of a two-tier Test system, expansion of the T20 World Cup and ratification of new members are some of the topics that will be discussed in depth during the four-day AGM of the International Cricket Council.

England's Pakistan tour hanging in balance

England's Pakistan tour hanging in balance

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'The Chairman has made it clear that relocating the series would damage the image of the PCB, and Rawalpindi and Multan should be used as the venues for the three-match series.'

FICA urges other cricket boards to reject new ICC proposal

FICA urges other cricket boards to reject new ICC proposal

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

The Federation of International Cricketers' Associations (FICA) urged Test playing nations on Wednesday to reject the controversial proposals that would effectively place Australia, England and India in charge of the world game.

PIX: England maul New Zealand in second Test to seal series

PIX: England maul New Zealand in second Test to seal series

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

England finally faced some resistance from New Zealand in the shape of Tom Blundell's defiant century but dismissed the Black Caps for 259 to wrap up a thumping 323-run victory on the third day of the second Test on Sunday.

Landmark UK Felling Club deal for Sikkim's Tamang

Landmark UK Felling Club deal for Sikkim's Tamang

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Palzor Tamang becomes only the second Sikkimese cricketer to secure an overseas club deal after Nilesh Lamichaney

Stokes returns! England announce squad for Pakistan Tour

Stokes returns! England announce squad for Pakistan Tour

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Stokes, who sustained a hamstring tear in English domestic tournament The Hundred last month, is continuing his recovery along with Zak Crawley who fractured his right little finger at Edgbaston in July.

England call up five uncapped players for Australia T20s

England call up five uncapped players for Australia T20s

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

England have included five uncapped players for their Twenty20 series against Australia, and Gus Atkinson, Harry Brook, Matthew Potts and Jamie Smith have been named for the One-Day Internationals, the country's cricket board said on Monday.

I'm Not A Selector: Gambhir On Shreyas Omission

I'm Not A Selector: Gambhir On Shreyas Omission

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Gambhir, a former BJP MP, was effusive in his praise for the Indian cricket board for inviting the three chiefs of the armed forces to attend the IPL title clash, saying, 'It's an unbelievable step.'

Lord's to host 2026 Women's T20 World Cup final

Lord's to host 2026 Women's T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Lord's to host Women's T20 World Cup final in 2026

Pujara: 'A fighter who would not yield easily'

Pujara: 'A fighter who would not yield easily'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Making his Test debut against Australia in 2010, Cheteshwar Pujara went on to represent India in 103 Tests, amassing 7195 runs at an average of 43.60, including 19 centuries.

'Perfect game for us': Captain Gill hails Team India

'Perfect game for us': Captain Gill hails Team India

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Shubman Gill said he could not have asked for a better all-round performance from his team after they hammered the West Indies by an innings and 140 runs in the first Test.

Olly Stone to miss India, West Indies Tests

Olly Stone to miss India, West Indies Tests

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Olly Stone is targeting a return to full fitness by August, the ECB added

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

The Hundred keen to feed off IPL's 'phenomenal growth'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

The Hundred looking to feed off IPL's "phenomenal growth" after drawing Indian investment

Scotland, ECB in talks for Team GB at LA 2028 Olympics

Scotland, ECB in talks for Team GB at LA 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Cricket, one of the five new sports in Los Angeles, will return to the Olympics after 128 years, featuring six teams each in the men's and women's competitions in the 20-overs format.

Women's World Cup: Harmanpreet slams batters after loss to SA

Women's World Cup: Harmanpreet slams batters after loss to SA

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

India's top order did not take responsibility to bat well against South Africa, captain Harmanpreet Kaur said after her side lost by three wickets.

Expected stubbornness but Jay Shah is honest: Ganguly

Expected stubbornness but Jay Shah is honest: Ganguly

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

'See, he had the power, the support, so you expected certain kind of toughness, stubbornness from him but he would do things for Indian cricket.'

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Skip ICC World Cup, stay out of Olympics: Butt to India

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

What was meant to be a veterans' contest has reignited a familiar debate over politics, patriotism, and the role of sport as diplomatic leverage.

How England battled to live another day

How England battled to live another day

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'I loved the way we kept pushing and kept taking the game on.'

Pant, Shami's return in spotlight as Ranji season kickstarts

Pant, Shami's return in spotlight as Ranji season kickstarts

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Perhaps, another Ranji title with Mumbai will be a fitting send off for Ajinkya Rahane.

Root ready to shine in ODIs with England's new strategy

Root ready to shine in ODIs with England's new strategy

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

England star batsman Joe Root has expressed his confidence in the team's approach under coach Brendon McCullum, saying the 'Bazball' philosophy perfectly complements the players' skills. Root, returning to England's ODI setup for the series against India, sees endless possibilities for the team under McCullum's guidance. He highlighted the exciting blend of skills within the squad and believes this team has the potential to achieve great things.

'England's powerful squad will entertain in India'

'England's powerful squad will entertain in India'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

England coach Brendon McCullum, known for his aggressive 'Bazball' approach, has surprised everyone by promising a "watchful" style of cricket in the limited overs series against India. He also confirmed that captain Jos Buttler will focus solely on batting and won't be keeping wickets during the tour. The tour begins with the first of the five-match T20I series at Eden Gardens on Wednesday, followed by three one-day internationals. This ODI series serves as a dress rehearsal for both teams ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, which will be held in Pakistan and Dubai from February 19.

Women's World Cup prize money hits historic high

Women's World Cup prize money hits historic high

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

The 13th edition of the global showpiece event, beginning on September 30, is being jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka cricket team fears for safety amid UK riots

Sri Lanka cricket team fears for safety amid UK riots

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Sri Lanka have raised security concerns with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) amid the ongoing anti-immigrant riots in Britain, with players requesting increased security ahead of their upcoming test series against England.

India deserve big share in ICC revenue, says Shastri

India deserve big share in ICC revenue, says Shastri

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Ravi Shastri claimed India's dominant contribution to global cricket revenue makes the share fair.

Pakistan drop star players for England Test

Pakistan drop star players for England Test

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Pakistan have made four changes to the side for the second Test against England after resting senior cricketers including former captain Babar Azam from the rest of the series.

Why India didn't prepare rank turners for Windies

Why India didn't prepare rank turners for Windies

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

We didn't ask for rank turners so need to put in more effort to get bounce and turn: Jadeja

IPL money inflow shot in the arm for county cricket

IPL money inflow shot in the arm for county cricket

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

While GBP 50 million is earmarked for grassroots and recreational cricket, the 18 English county teams will get a share of GBP 470 million with larger pie allocated for those clubs that don't own a 'Hundred Franchise'.

England to unleash Archer for ODIs against Aus

England to unleash Archer for ODIs against Aus

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

England are set to host Australia for three Twenty20s, followed by a five-match ODI series. The first ODI will take place on September 19 at Trent Bridge.