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Archer returns to England team for Lord's Test

Archer returns to England team for Lord's Test

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Jofra Archer will play his first Test in more than four years as he replaces fellow seamer Josh Tongue for the third Test at Lord's.

Pietersen's book has tarnished English cricket, says Cook

Pietersen's book has tarnished English cricket, says Cook

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

Denying Kevin Pietersen's claims that a bullying culture had flourished in the England dressing room in recent years, captain Alastair Cook says the maverick cricketer's controversial autobiography has "tarnished" one of the most successful eras for the national team.

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.'

'Felt strange...' Kapil on renaming of Pataudi Trophy

'Felt strange...' Kapil on renaming of Pataudi Trophy

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev on Wednesday expressed his surprise at the renaming of the Pataudi Trophy as the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, calling the decision "strange."

India-Pak tensions force PSL out of Pakistan

India-Pak tensions force PSL out of Pakistan

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to shift the remaining matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) to the UAE due to the ongoing military confrontation with India.

Shakib Al Hasan's bowling action cleared

Shakib Al Hasan's bowling action cleared

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has been cleared to resume bowling in English country cricket.

Scandal rocks PCB! Agent representing 20 Pakistani players banned

Scandal rocks PCB! Agent representing 20 Pakistani players banned

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to investigate a case involving a UK-based Pakistani agent, Mughiz Ahmad Shearachiikh, who has been suspended by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for breaching its anti-corruption code. Shearachiikh and his company, International Cricketers Association (ICA), had signed several centrally contracted Pakistani players last year.

Delhi Capitals to buy stake in English county side Hampshire?

Delhi Capitals to buy stake in English county side Hampshire?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

If the deal comes to fruition, it will make Hampshire the first county side to be owned by an overseas franchise.

Former India spinner Dilip Doshi dead

Former India spinner Dilip Doshi dead

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Doshi represented India in 33 Test matches and 15 One Day Internationals from 1979 to 1983.

Two new faces in England squad for one-off Zimbabwe Test

Two new faces in England squad for one-off Zimbabwe Test

Rediff.com2 May 2025

England have named two uncapped players in Essex duo Sam Cook and Jordan Cox in the squad for the one-off Test match against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge later this month.

ECB's controversial stand over IPL NOC

ECB's controversial stand over IPL NOC

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

England players could boycott Hundred against ECB's stance on NOC policy

Big jolt to Titans; batting mainstay to miss playoffs!

Big jolt to Titans; batting mainstay to miss playoffs!

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Gujarat Titans set to miss Buttler in play-offs, Moeen Ali not to return for KKR

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Brand IPL has become stronger than ever and doesn't see any threat from the growing number of T20 leagues globally, its chairman Arun Dhumal said on Saturday as he steered clear of the speculation swirling around a tournament backed by Saudi Arabia.

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.'

Hero or Zero? Pakistan races against time for Champions Trophy venues

Hero or Zero? Pakistan races against time for Champions Trophy venues

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Concerns mount as Pakistan Cricket Board struggles to get renovated venues in Lahore, Karachi and Rawalpindi ready by the January 31 deadline.

McCullum takes over England's charge across all formats

McCullum takes over England's charge across all formats

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

England Test head coach Brendon McCullum will also take charge of their white-ball teams from January next year, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Tuesday.

IPL 2024: England's Bobat to join RCB as director of cricket

IPL 2024: England's Bobat to join RCB as director of cricket

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Royal Challengers Bangalore have appointed England men's Performance Director Mo Bobat as their new director of cricket following the departure of Mike Hesson.

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Five IPL teams gunning for stake in London Spirit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

London Spirit is the Lord's based team participating in England's domestic cricket tournament, The Hundred.

Next gen has determination to win in England: Pathan

Next gen has determination to win in England: Pathan

Rediff.com29 May 2025

'With a new generation stepping up, Team India is not just carrying forward a legacy -- they are writing a new chapter in our cricketing history.'

Windies great Lloyd critical of division in Test cricket

Windies great Lloyd critical of division in Test cricket

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

'I think it will be terrible for all those countries who worked so hard to get the Test status.'

Hussain, Atherton lambast 'ridiculous' England top-order

Hussain, Atherton lambast 'ridiculous' England top-order

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'Hussain was baffled by England's top three approach on Edgbaston's flat surface when the ball was slightly swinging.

5 IPL franchises bidding for teams in England's The Hundred

5 IPL franchises bidding for teams in England's The Hundred

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants are among the IPL franchises who have submitted bids.

Can India Break Old Trafford Jinx?

Can India Break Old Trafford Jinx?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Can Shubman Gill and his men rewrite the script once more? The answer begins unrolling on July 23.

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

From 1932 To 2021: When India Reigned At Lord's

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

With the emergence of their battery of fast bowlers, India have turned the tide at Lord's with two of their victories coming from their last three Tests -- in 2014 and 2021.

Jadeja Didn't Use the Rough, Says Furious Manjrekar

Jadeja Didn't Use the Rough, Says Furious Manjrekar

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Manjrekar pulled no punches, singling out Ravindra Jadeja for failing to exploit the Day 5.

2nd Test: Will Arshdeep Replace Bumrah?

2nd Test: Will Arshdeep Replace Bumrah?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

This isn't just a Test match - it's a test of Shubman Gill's leadership, temperament, and decision-making.

12 Billion Spent, Gaddafi Stadium Still Not Ready

12 Billion Spent, Gaddafi Stadium Still Not Ready

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Gaddafi Stadium to be handed over to ICC for Champions Trophy on Feb 11: PCB source

Desperate England set to make changes for Chennai T20I

Desperate England set to make changes for Chennai T20I

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

Brydon Carse will replace Gus Atkinson for England's second T20 International against India on Saturday.

English county cricketers under ICC scanner

English county cricketers under ICC scanner

Rediff.com31 May 2013

More than 20 English county cricketers and two umpires are being questioned by anti-corruption detectives as part of the ICC's match-fixing investigation.

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

When Wadekar and spinners helped India conquer England

When Wadekar and spinners helped India conquer England

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Here is a look back at India's hard-fought 1-0 series win in England, 54 years back.

MI's Hundred move: 49% stake in Oval Invincibles

MI's Hundred move: 49% stake in Oval Invincibles

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Mumbai Indians won a fiercely contested e-auction, fending off competition from a Silicon Valley tech consortium, comprising the chief executives of Google, Microsoft, and Adobe as well Gujarat Titans owners CVC.

'IPL needs a 12-16 week window to match the likes of NFL'

'IPL needs a 12-16 week window to match the likes of NFL'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The Indian Premier League needs a 12-16 week operating window to match the brand value of top sporting leagues in the world including the NFL, NBA and the English Premier League, reckons Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman.

India's complete dominance in 2024 as Shah gets ICC reigns

India's complete dominance in 2024 as Shah gets ICC reigns

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Here's a wrap of all major international episodes in 2024.

Fear of BCCI backlash, ECB turns down Lalit Modi

Fear of BCCI backlash, ECB turns down Lalit Modi

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Unwilling to jeopardise its cordial relationship with the all-powerful BCCI, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has rejected a lucrative 10-year buy-out offer of their franchise-based property 'The Hundred' from former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi, the Daily Telegraph reported.

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

2024 saw some of the most competitive and captivating cricket being played on the field.

Langer hits out at 'bull**** politics' in Cricket Australia

Langer hits out at 'bull**** politics' in Cricket Australia

Rediff.com26 May 2022

The day after quitting his job, Langer had a heated conversation with Freudenstein.

Vote! Who Will Be India's Test Captain?

Vote! Who Will Be India's Test Captain?

Rediff.com8 May 2025

As India prepares for its upcoming five Test series against England, the selection committee faces a crucial decision regarding the team's leadership. Who should be the next India captain in red ball cricket?

Guess who's going to The Hundred? Smriti and Richa!

Guess who's going to The Hundred? Smriti and Richa!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Mandhana joined the Southern Brave, meanwhile, the Birmingham Phoenix roped in Richa for the forthcoming Women's Hundred 2024.

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.