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England to be without Barmy Army support for Bangladesh tour

England to be without Barmy Army support for Bangladesh tour

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

The Barmy Army has joined limited-overs skipper Eoin Morgan in pulling out of the upcoming tour to Bangladesh due to prevailing security concerns.

Bumrah opts out of Test captaincy race!

Bumrah opts out of Test captaincy race!

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Bumrah steps aside from Test captaincy race; Gill, Pant now leading contenders

'WTC has made it worse for Test cricket'

'WTC has made it worse for Test cricket'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'It's been a slow moving car crash up to now and now it's kind of like, bang -- impact has been made.'

BCCI confirm: Discontinuing relationship with Dream 11

BCCI confirm: Discontinuing relationship with Dream 11

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

In 2023, the BCCI announced a deal with Dream11 as the lead sponsor for Team India. Dream11 replaced Byju's, whose contract ended in March that year, and had signed the agreement with BCCI for a period of three years.

IPL to blame for Pakistan's struggles?

IPL to blame for Pakistan's struggles?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Following Pakistan's early exit from the Champions Trophy, former players have expressed their opinions, ranging from calls for bilateral series against India to criticism of the IPL.

BCCI breaks silence on Kohli-Rohit exit

BCCI breaks silence on Kohli-Rohit exit

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Putting an end to the rumours surrounding Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's sudden Test retirement, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla has insisted the decision was purely theirs

England ODIs in Delhi, Mohali

England ODIs in Delhi, Mohali

Rediff.com4 Dec 2005

The BCCI relented on the ECB's request and switched games in the upcoming tour to New Delhi and Mohali from Cuttack and Visakhapatnam.

We should respect his decision: Shukla

We should respect his decision: Shukla

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Rajeev Shukla hailed the star batter for his contribution in the longest format.

England, Australia boards dismiss spot-fixing allegations

England, Australia boards dismiss spot-fixing allegations

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

Allegations of spot-fixing by English cricketers have been dismissed by the England and Wales Cricket Board's Integrity Team and Cricket Australia.

How Kuldeep, Axar Spun Webs Around Pak Batters

How Kuldeep, Axar Spun Webs Around Pak Batters

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'You told me to give revs on the ball. I decided to give the ball some spin and get some bounce. Because of that, I got three wickets, you got two.'

Why Kuldeep can't play yet... Morkel explains the snub

Why Kuldeep can't play yet... Morkel explains the snub

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Calling Kuldeep a world-class spinner, Morkel said India are trying to fit the wily operator into the side. He can now only play the last Test at The Oval from July 31.

World Cup 2023: Rain washes out India vs England warm-up match

World Cup 2023: Rain washes out India vs England warm-up match

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

Persistent rain on Saturday washed out the World Cup warm-up match between India and England at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.

Pakistan's rising star's Champions Trophy hopes dashed

Pakistan's rising star's Champions Trophy hopes dashed

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Young Pakistan opener Saim Ayub has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy after sustaining an ankle injury in South Africa in January.

Babar says Pakistan will play easy, calm cricket against India

Babar says Pakistan will play easy, calm cricket against India

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Pakistan and India have faced each other seven times at the T20 World Cup, with Pakistan winning just once.

Rampaging England rout Pakistan in Multan Test

Rampaging England rout Pakistan in Multan Test

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

England became the first team to win a Test by an innings after conceding more than 500 runs in their first innings.

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

T20 World Cup 2026: Format, teams, dates revealed!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

The 2026 T20 World Cup is likely to be played from February 7 to March 8 with matches spread across at least five venues in India and two in Sri Lanka.

From Yoga to Bollywood, T20 is America's next obsession

From Yoga to Bollywood, T20 is America's next obsession

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Indian-American businessman Sanjay Govil is convinced Twenty20 cricket can be the next big cultural import into the United States, following a trail blazed by yoga and Bollywood-style weddings.

England coach Brendon McCullum let off the hook

England coach Brendon McCullum let off the hook

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

The ECB said no action will be taken against England head coach Brendon McCullum, who was under scrutiny for his association with a betting company.

India's England tour schedule out, first Test in June

India's England tour schedule out, first Test in June

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the schedule on X.

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.

Heated exchanges add to competitive edge at Lord's

Heated exchanges add to competitive edge at Lord's

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

'There will be things that happen between the two teams but both teams know there's a line you can't cross but it's not really been troubled too much'

Babar, Afridi Denied Permission To Play In Canada

Babar, Afridi Denied Permission To Play In Canada

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Rizwan have been denied permission by the PCB to play in the Global T20 in Canada.

England to face Ireland and Pakistan in packed summer schedule

England to face Ireland and Pakistan in packed summer schedule

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

The Ireland squad will arrive in England and set up their base at the Ageas Bowl, Southampton on July 18, before facing world champions England in three ODIs at the same venue.

Pietersen dropped from England Test squad

Pietersen dropped from England Test squad

Rediff.com12 Aug 2012

England batsman Kevin Pietersen has been dropped for the final Test against South Africa starting on Thursday over allegations he sent derogatory texts to the rival team.

Champions Trophy: SA urged to boycott Afghanistan match

Champions Trophy: SA urged to boycott Afghanistan match

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

South Africa Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie said he supported calls for a boycott of Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy in Pakistan next month.

CT: Will Pak fans get to watch their fav Indian cricketers?

CT: Will Pak fans get to watch their fav Indian cricketers?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'The ICC board will meet on November 29 to discuss the Champions Trophy schedule.'

Ponting's shock admission: Offered England coaching role

Ponting's shock admission: Offered England coaching role

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Ponting said he was approached by Rob Key, who was then appointed as the English Cricket Board's new director of men's cricket.

Tendulkar, Lara, Buttler: Greats who struggled as captains!

Tendulkar, Lara, Buttler: Greats who struggled as captains!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Jos Buttler joins greats Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara as players who failed to translate their many individual triumphs into success as captains.

Recreational cricket set to resume in England from July 11

Recreational cricket set to resume in England from July 11

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

The British government said on Friday that recreational cricket which has been suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be allowed to resume from July 11. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he would set out a timetable next week for when amateur cricket can return as well as the reopening of indoor gyms and swimming pools which were closed due to the coronavirus lockdown.

Gill, Stokes call out 'tight series scheduling'

Gill, Stokes call out 'tight series scheduling'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Three-day gap in between Tests is too less for five-match series: Stokes, Gill on scheduling

Ganguly Open To Coaching Team India

Ganguly Open To Coaching Team India

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Former Team India skipper Sourav Ganguly has categorically stated that he has no desire to pursue a career in politics, but said he is open to coaching the national side.

Pakistan unveil Test venues for England series in December

Pakistan unveil Test venues for England series in December

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Multan hosts the second match from December 9 and the last Test begins in Karachi on December 17.

England to resume tour of India

England to resume tour of India

Rediff.com8 Dec 2008

All the players will be travelling to Chennai in the next 24 hours to play the Test series, the ECB said.

England-India ODI series called off

England-India ODI series called off

Rediff.com27 Nov 2008

The last two matches of the India-England seven-match one-day series have been called off over safety fears following a series of terrorist attacks in south Mumbai on Wednesday night in which around 100 people have been killed and more than 300 injured. An England Cricket Board (ECB) statement said the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had agreed to its request to postpone the remaining two one-dayers.

Pietersen not included in England's Test squad for India

Pietersen not included in England's Test squad for India

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

Kevin Pietersen's future in international cricket was thrown into further doubt on Tuesday after he was not picked in the 16-man England Test squad for the forthcoming four-Test match series in India.

Gambhir expected in Mumbai for crucial meeting with BCCI: Report

Gambhir expected in Mumbai for crucial meeting with BCCI: Report

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Gambhir is reportedly inclined toward appointing a young captain who can serve as a close ally in shaping the team's future, with Gill fitting that profile.

England's Robinson fit to join squad for Ireland Test

England's Robinson fit to join squad for Ireland Test

Rediff.com23 May 2023

England have had injury problems in the lead-up to the Ashes, with fast bowler Jofra Archer ruled out of the series and fellow quick James Anderson sidelined with a groin strain.

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.

Babar, Shaheen, Naseem recalled for Australia series

Babar, Shaheen, Naseem recalled for Australia series

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Former captain Babar Azam, pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah returned to the Pakistan team for the upcoming white-ball series in Australia.

India's anthem plays in Pakistan, PCB blames ICC

India's anthem plays in Pakistan, PCB blames ICC

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board has blamed the ICC for playing the Indian national anthem for a fraction of a second at the start of the Australia-England Champions Trophy match in Lahore.