News for 'Former International Cricket Council'

Can former IPL chief Modi overthrow ICC? Tell Us

Can former IPL chief Modi overthrow ICC? Tell Us

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Lalit Modi reveals blueprint of breakaway cricket body to rival ICC.

ICC extends deadline for Pakistan to name WC squad

ICC extends deadline for Pakistan to name WC squad

Rediff.com17 Dec 2010

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has extended its deadline for Pakistan to name their preliminary squad for next year's 50 overs World Cup until January 5.

Current situation not in best interest of cricketers: BCCI chief

Current situation not in best interest of cricketers: BCCI chief

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

Board of Control for Cricket in India president Anurag Thakur conceded that the current crisis facing the BCCI is not in the best interest of cricketers but the Board will have to keep everything on hold till Supreme Court gives it's verdict on January 3.

Ray Mali named acting ICC president

Ray Mali named acting ICC president

Rediff.com7 Jun 2007

Ray Mali has been appointed acting president of the International Cricket Council following the death of Percy Sonn last month.

Rahul Dravid retires at No. 118

Rahul Dravid retires at No. 118

Rediff.com20 Sep 2011

Rahul Dravid has signed off on an illustrious ODI career in 118th position in International Cricket Council (ICC)'s Player Rankings after playing his first series in two years.

Sidhu defends Jones comment

Sidhu defends Jones comment

Rediff.com8 Aug 2006

ICC investigators arrive in Kenya

ICC investigators arrive in Kenya

Rediff.com30 Nov 2004

Two officials will carry out investigations linked to the Maurice Odumbe inquiry.

ICC frowns at Azhar invite

ICC frowns at Azhar invite

Rediff.com13 Oct 2006

The ICC strongly disapproved of BCCI's decision to invite banned former captain Mohammed Azharuddin for an official function next month.

ICL mulls legal action over recognition

ICL mulls legal action over recognition

Rediff.com25 Feb 2009

The Indian Cricket League (ICL) is considering legal action after failing in the latest bid for recognition because of staunch opposition by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, former India skipper Kapil Dev said on Wednesday. The International Cricket Council was unsuccessful in its bid to end a dispute between the BCCI and the ICL after a meeting held in Johannesburg on Monday proved fruitless.

'Batter' term signifies inclusivity: Anjum Chopra

'Batter' term signifies inclusivity: Anjum Chopra

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

Former India cricketer Anjum Chopra has welcomed the Marylebone Cricket Club's decision to make amendments to the laws of the game and use the gender-neutral term 'batter' and 'batters' rather than 'batsman' or 'batsmen'.

Odumbe banned for five years

Odumbe banned for five years

Rediff.com18 Aug 2004

Let there be light! ICC panel likely to discuss rules

Let there be light! ICC panel likely to discuss rules

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Rain and bad light have combined to limit action in the second Test between England and Pakistan in Southampton, frustrating players and television viewers hoping for live cricket amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Team India has the original World Cup: ICC

Team India has the original World Cup: ICC

Rediff.com4 Apr 2011

Media reports on Monday said that the Cup given to Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his team was a fake and that the original was lying with the customs in Mumbai over non-payment of duties.

BCCI said close ICL, then talk: Kapil

BCCI said close ICL, then talk: Kapil

Rediff.com20 Oct 2008

Indian Cricket League chief Kapil Dev said there was hardly meeting with the BCCI as they were told to shut down the ICL and they only talks would be held.

ICC has no relevance without BCCI: Thakur

ICC has no relevance without BCCI: Thakur

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

The former Board president also expressed hope that the Sourav Ganguly-led new body of BCCI would take up the issue with the ICC and get its due.

PCB warns Inzamam against joining ICL

PCB warns Inzamam against joining ICL

Rediff.com31 Jul 2007

The PCB warned Inzamam saying he would not be considered for national selection if he decides to play for the breakaway Indian Cricket League.

BCCI slams Speed on Azhar issue

BCCI slams Speed on Azhar issue

Rediff.com18 Oct 2006

BCCI Chief Administrative Officer Ratnakar Shetty said Malcolm Speed's comments are 'highly disappointing, if not outrageous'.

Butt, Amir maintain innocence, will appeal

Butt, Amir maintain innocence, will appeal

Rediff.com6 Feb 2011

Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir returned to Pakistan on Sunday and pledged to clear their names of corruption charges that earned them bans of at least five years each from an International Cricket Council (ICC) tribunal.

First Look: Shane Warne inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

First Look: Shane Warne inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

Former Australian leg-spinner Shane Warne was formally inducted into the International Cricket Council's Hall of Fame in a ceremony at the tea interval on Day 2 of the second Ashes Test at Lord's on Friday.

Corruption hearing overshadows NZ-Pak Test series

Corruption hearing overshadows NZ-Pak Test series

Rediff.com6 Jan 2011

Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq says his team are focused on the upcoming Test series against New Zealand and will not be distracted by an anti-corruption hearing that could mete out life bans to three suspended players.

Mamata urges PM Modi to allow Ganguly to contest ICC polls

Mamata urges PM Modi to allow Ganguly to contest ICC polls

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

'But for reasons not yet known, Jay Shah is still continuing as the BCCI secretary while Sourav Ganguly has been removed from the position. Our grievance is why Sourav Ganguly was let go from BCCI. We want to know on whose order it was done. We believe that there was injustice done to Ganguly.'

Gabba pitch criticism amplified because of bowling standards

Gabba pitch criticism amplified because of bowling standards

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

'Just because of the nature of how good those bowling attacks were they probably embellished it a bit. So, you wouldn't want to play on it every day, but I think for occasional Test matches it's not the worst thing.'

ICC likely to examine Sri Lanka captaincy switch

ICC likely to examine Sri Lanka captaincy switch

Rediff.com2 Oct 2012

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is likely to look into Sri Lanka's captaincy switch in Monday's World Twenty20 Super Eight match against England.

Six Pak players suspected of rigging Sydney Test

Six Pak players suspected of rigging Sydney Test

Rediff.com25 Oct 2010

Pakistan cricket plunged into another match-fixing controversy with the former PCB chief Tauqir Zia claiming that six national team players were suspected by the ICC of rigging the Sydney Test early this year.

Ex-Pakistan captains seek ICC rule change

Ex-Pakistan captains seek ICC rule change

Rediff.com18 Sep 2008

Former Pakistan captains Ramiz Raja and Intikhab Alam have urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to review its rules to make sure countries do not pick and choose tours.

ICC should recognise ICL: Buchanan

ICC should recognise ICL: Buchanan

Rediff.com27 Feb 2008

The former Australian coach said it is important to retain the older as well as the young talents, many of whom are also preferring to play in the ICL.

Gavaskar criticised for comments

Gavaskar criticised for comments

Rediff.com14 Jan 2008

Former New Zealand captain John Reid has lambasted Sunil Gavaskar for his comments against white Match Referees and demanded an action from the International Cricket Council (ICC) against the Indian batting great.

Caught in the act! 10 cricketers banned for doping

Caught in the act! 10 cricketers banned for doping

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

A look at the 10 cricketers who were punished for drug related offences.

World Cup's Uncertain Fate: Schedule and Venues Still Under Wraps

World Cup's Uncertain Fate: Schedule and Venues Still Under Wraps

Rediff.com11 May 2023

While the lack of information, which is unusual for a major sporting event, might be annoying for fans planning to travel to India

How ICC plans to tackle corruption and doping in cricket

How ICC plans to tackle corruption and doping in cricket

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

It ensures participants are equipped with the information required to ensure the game remains clean and their careers do not suffer due to lack of knowledge.

To toss or not?

To toss or not?

Rediff.com17 May 2018

Should international cricket 'toss away' the toss to ensure an even playing field?

Make helmet-wearing mandatory for batsmen: Tendulkar

Make helmet-wearing mandatory for batsmen: Tendulkar

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

The ICC, which has since toughened helmet standards, was not immediately available for comment on Tendulkar's suggestion.

ICC summons Gavaskar over twin role

ICC summons Gavaskar over twin role

Rediff.com25 Mar 2008

Sunil Gavaskar may be asked to step down as ICC cricket committee chairman due to a conflict of interests between his honorary post and paid role as a commentator.

Was the ICC right in sacking Hair?

Was the ICC right in sacking Hair?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2006

Is it fair to only blame Darrell Hair for the Oval controversy? Is his sacking too harsh?

Cricket Buzz: ICC probes UAE T20 league

Cricket Buzz: ICC probes UAE T20 league

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

"There is currently an ICC Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) investigation underway in relation to the Ajman All Stars League held recently in Ajman, UAE," ACU general manager Alex Marshall said in a statement.

IPL: Sammy loses cool over racist word

IPL: Sammy loses cool over racist word

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Former West Indies captain Darren Sammy learnt the meaning of the word 'Kalu', a jibe which was directed at him during his Indian Premier League stint with SunRisers Hyderabad.

Former president Pawar to attend BCCI AGM after four years

Former president Pawar to attend BCCI AGM after four years

Rediff.com8 Nov 2014

In a significant move, Mumbai Cricket Association's president Sharad Pawar has decided to attend the Board of Control for Cricket in India's Annual General Meeting, scheduled to be held in Chennai on November 20, after a gap of four years.