News for 'Former Board of Control for Cricket in India'

Manohar slams BCCI for AGM postponement

Manohar slams BCCI for AGM postponement

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Former Board of Control for Cricket in India president Shashank Manohar questioned Board's decision to postpone the Annual General Body Meeting, scheduled for November 20, saying it was against the constitution of the cricket body.

Kirsten to be India's coach, to go to Australia

Kirsten to be India's coach, to go to Australia

Rediff.com4 Dec 2007

Kirsten said he would, however, be joining the Indian team possibly in the middle of its tour of Australia, starting later this month, as a consultant.

Dravid to depose before BCCI ethics officer on Thursday

Dravid to depose before BCCI ethics officer on Thursday

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

Dravid has already given a reply and defended himself saying he has taken leave of absence from employers India Cements and he has nothing to do with the Chennai Super Kings.

Dravid shuns IPL's riches for India 'A', Under-19 coaching job

Dravid shuns IPL's riches for India 'A', Under-19 coaching job

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Friday that Rahul Dravid will continue as coach for the India 'A' and Under-19 teams for the next two years.

Can P T Usha Fix The IOA?

Can P T Usha Fix The IOA?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Ms Usha may soon discover that winning four gold medals at the Asian Games and qualifying for the Los Angeles Olympics is a walk in the park compared with the challenges of stabilising governance at the IOA, observes Kanika Datta.

Cleared by BCCI, DDCA asks India U-19 star to undergo age test

Cleared by BCCI, DDCA asks India U-19 star to undergo age test

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

In a three-page letter, Justice Sen has admitted that even BCCI has cleared Kalra's recorded date of birth of January 15, 1999. The cricketer has also provided his CBSE class X certificate, copy of passport, pan card which corroborates the same.

Does India need a foreign bowling coach?

Does India need a foreign bowling coach?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2003

Do you think the team needs a foreign bowling coach?

BCCI vs CoA: Srinivasan faction meet in Capital

BCCI vs CoA: Srinivasan faction meet in Capital

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

It was learnt that there were suggestions from a few senior members to break free from the BCCI and form their own cricket board but there were no concrete discussions.

'U-19 WC showed huge gap between India and Pak players'

'U-19 WC showed huge gap between India and Pak players'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2018

Javed Miandad has said that the recent ICC U-19 World Cup match between India and Pakistan had highlighted the huge gulf in talent between cricketers of both the countries.

Upcoming BCCI AGM promises new challenges to Lodha Reforms

Upcoming BCCI AGM promises new challenges to Lodha Reforms

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Ganguly's current nine-month stint will get an extension if the BCCI dilutes the specific reform on tenure-cap as mandated by the SC-appointed Lodha Committee.

Muthiah demands inquiry into IPL fixing charges

Muthiah demands inquiry into IPL fixing charges

Rediff.com23 Apr 2010

Former cricket board president A C Muthiah on Thursday said the BCCI has become 'Business Control for Cricket in India' due to 'inefficient management' and sought a full-fledged inquiry into allegations surrounding the Indian Premier League.

Will Pakistan ditch Ten Sports to convince India to play in UAE?

Will Pakistan ditch Ten Sports to convince India to play in UAE?

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Shaharyar Khan on Wednesday said that the broadcast rights issue will not be a hindrance for the proposed India-Pakistan cricket series and exuded confidence that the two boards will sort out the matter soon.

Rajasthan Royals tie up with BCCI for unique cause

Rajasthan Royals tie up with BCCI for unique cause

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

The National Cricket Academy (NCA) will share a list of players who they deem will be keen to opt for the course and can benefit from it in the long run.

Kirsten may join Team India on Dec 3

Kirsten may join Team India on Dec 3

Rediff.com27 Nov 2007

The South African is set to take up his new post on December 3 so as to get enough time to familiarise with the Indian team.

Team India to get new coach before Champions Trophy ends?

Team India to get new coach before Champions Trophy ends?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Kumble's contract as head coach will end after India's campaign at the Champions Trophy and BCCI has already invited applications for the position.

Why India vs Pakistan series in December is in 'real danger'

Why India vs Pakistan series in December is in 'real danger'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Shaharyar Khan on Monday admitted that the planned series between the two nations in the United Arab Emirates in December is in 'real danger' and said that he plans to travel to India next month to discuss the issue.

Gavaskar on why Shastri is the favourite to become India coach

Gavaskar on why Shastri is the favourite to become India coach

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar feels his ex-teammate Ravi Shastri is the favourite to become the head coach of the Indian cricket team based on the team's impressive showing during his two-year tenure as the team director.

Conflict case: CoA note defends Dravid with 'Raghuram Rajan example'

Conflict case: CoA note defends Dravid with 'Raghuram Rajan example'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

'The CoA feels that if David has declared and is not taking remuneration from India Cements, he is not in conflict'

Ganguly's routine blood tests report 'satisfactory': Hospital

Ganguly's routine blood tests report 'satisfactory': Hospital

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Also, it said that Ganguly, who is set to be discharged on Wednesday, had an "uneventful day".

India vs Bangla T20: Delhi's post-Diwali air pollution a cause of concern

India vs Bangla T20: Delhi's post-Diwali air pollution a cause of concern

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

The rotation policy followed by the BCCI and the travel route for the visiting team forced the BCCI to schedule the first match of the tour in Delhi

Dalmiya cremated with full state honours

Dalmiya cremated with full state honours

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

From former rivals Narayanaswami Srinivasan and Sharad Pawar to current Board of Control for Cricket in India heavyweights, India's cricket fraternity bid an emotional farewell to Jagmohan Dalmiya, who was cremated with full state honours and a gun salute, on Monday.

India complain to ICC over Lloyd remarks

India complain to ICC over Lloyd remarks

Rediff.com22 Nov 2008

The BCCI is upset after the ICC's cricket committee chief Clive Lloyd suggested talks to settle the row over the unofficial Twenty20 Indian Cricket League, saying the ICL and the official Indian Premier League could work together.

Sandhu wants to be India coach

Sandhu wants to be India coach

Rediff.com17 May 2005

The 1983 World Cup-winning team member said he has the experience and qualifications for the job.

Jay Shah comes under Oppn fire over tricolour video

Jay Shah comes under Oppn fire over tricolour video

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Video footage of BCCI secretary Jay Shah appearing to turn down an offer to wave the national flag after India beat Pakistan in a thrilling cricket match at the Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday has sparked a controversy, with Opposition leaders taking a dig at him.

Sachin, Dada congratulate Parthiv on wonderful career

Sachin, Dada congratulate Parthiv on wonderful career

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

Sourav Ganguly praised Parthiv Patel after the latter announced his retirement

BCCI dismisses conflict of interest claim against VVS

BCCI dismisses conflict of interest claim against VVS

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

The BCCI secretary Ajay Shirke on Thursday clarified that allegations of Conflict of Interest against former India batsman VVS Laxman being a shareholder in chief coach Anil Kumble's company are "erroneous". There has been media reports that Laxman, who was a part of the three member Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) alongside Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly, was a shareholder in Kumble's company 'Tenvic' when the interview for the chief coach's post happened.

Sreesanth takes to Twitter to question BCCI's intent over fighting corruption

Sreesanth takes to Twitter to question BCCI's intent over fighting corruption

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

"What about csk and Rajasthan", the tainted pacer demands answers from the board

Sidhu declares assets worth Rs 45 cr, doesn't own agri land

Sidhu declares assets worth Rs 45 cr, doesn't own agri land

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

Sidhu in his affidavit, filed along with the nomination papers, declared total assets worth Rs 44.63 crore.

Sanjay Manjrekar's response after being axed from commentary panel

Sanjay Manjrekar's response after being axed from commentary panel

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

Sanjay Manjrekar, who got embroiled in controversies in recent years for some of his views on air, was axed from the BCCI's commentary panel for the South Africa series recently.

Tendulkar, Tharoor slam move to host India-WI ODI in Kochi

Tendulkar, Tharoor slam move to host India-WI ODI in Kochi

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Opposition mounts over KCA's plans to host one dayer at Kochi

Meet the new Sachin: Full of ideas for Indian cricket

Meet the new Sachin: Full of ideas for Indian cricket

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

After his retirement, Sachin Tendulkar, Rediff.com's Harish Kotian discovers, has become more outspoken about cricketing issues.

Meet new BCCI president Ganguly's team

Meet new BCCI president Ganguly's team

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly is set to take charge as the president of the Board of Contro for Cricket in India this month, completing his transition from star player to a top administrator.

Ganguly to help BCCI plan India's schedule for 2019-2023

Ganguly to help BCCI plan India's schedule for 2019-2023

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

The working group of the Board of Control for Cricket in India on the International Cricket Council's Futures Tours and Programme (FTP) will have former India captain Sourav Ganguly in all likelihood.

'Lethal India deserve to be No.1'

'Lethal India deserve to be No.1'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

After India clinched the five-match series against England 4-0, veteran batsman Gautam Gambhir praised the Virat Kohli-led side for their ruthless and lethal performance.

Cheap to blame IPL for India's Test debacle in England: Pietersen

Cheap to blame IPL for India's Test debacle in England: Pietersen

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

Retired English cricketer Kevin Pietersen says blaming the Indian Premier League for India's shambolic performance in the recently-concluded five-Test series against England is a 'cheap shot'. India were twice beaten by an innings as England won the five-Test series 1-3.

India search for foreign coach

India search for foreign coach

Rediff.com7 Apr 2005

COA to review India's Test debacle in South Africa

COA to review India's Test debacle in South Africa

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

The Committee of Administrators (COA) running the Board of Control for Cricket in India has decided to conduct a review of India's dismal performance in South Africa.

Eden Gardens frontrunner to host India's first ever day-night Test

Eden Gardens frontrunner to host India's first ever day-night Test

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

The iconic Eden Gardens emerged as the frontrunner to host the first ever Day-Night Test match in India against the visiting New Zealand side even as Cricket Association of Bengal president Sourav Ganguly said it will depend on their upcoming 'pink ball experiment' from June 18.

REVEALED! Sehwag on why he missed out on India coach job

REVEALED! Sehwag on why he missed out on India coach job

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

Virender Sehwag said he missed out on becoming the Indian cricket team's chief coach for the lack of patronage from the powers that be in the Board of Control for Cricket in India and will not apply for the position again.

Coach Kumble wants Team India to 'win on all surfaces, in all conditions'

Coach Kumble wants Team India to 'win on all surfaces, in all conditions'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

Newly-appointed India coach Anil Kumble dismissed reports of conflict of interest between his new job and his involvement in a sports firm as well as heading the International Cricket Council's Cricket Committee.