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T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

The Netherlands cricket team is excited to play against India in their final T20 World Cup league fixture at the world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad.

No political questions, please!

No political questions, please!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has issued fresh guidelines barring journalists from asking political questions at press conferences in an apparent bid to diffuse the volatile situation that has persisted since the India-Pakistan match last Sunday.

'Blatant lies!': Bangladesh coach slams ex-adviser over T20 World Cup exclusion

'Blatant lies!': Bangladesh coach slams ex-adviser over T20 World Cup exclusion

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Bangladesh assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin criticizes former sports adviser Asif Nazrul for allegedly misrepresenting facts regarding the national team's exclusion from the T20 World Cup, stating that players were devastated by the decision.

ICC chairman Shah performs Ganga Puja in Haridwar

ICC chairman Shah performs Ganga Puja in Haridwar

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Shah, who is currently in India, was seen performing the Puja alongside his family.

'ICC Showed Us The Mirror'

'ICC Showed Us The Mirror'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

The Champions Trophy 2025 final ignited a firestorm of controversy, with former Pakistan cricketer Kamran Akmal leading the charge.

Australia to tour Pakistan for T20 World Cup warm-up

Australia to tour Pakistan for T20 World Cup warm-up

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The Australians will reach Lahore on January 28 for the short series.

ICC moves U-19 World Cup from Sri Lanka to South Africa

ICC moves U-19 World Cup from Sri Lanka to South Africa

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

The ICC on Tuesday moved next year's men's U-19 World Cup from Sri Lanka to South Africa, 11 days after the world governing body provisionally suspended the island nation's cricket board due to government interference.

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'The atmosphere he has created in the team -- he has tried to infuse a culture of playing for the team and not focusing on personal milestones.'

Bachchan Jr, Maxwell, Waugh back new European T20 League

Bachchan Jr, Maxwell, Waugh back new European T20 League

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

'With ETPL, we hope we can bring the magic of cricket euphoria to mainland Europe.'

BCCI mourns 'visionary administrator' I S Bindra

BCCI mourns 'visionary administrator' I S Bindra

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

During his tenure as BCCI president, Bindra played a key role in strengthening India's position within the international cricketing fraternity.

I am getting death threats, says Bangladesh players' body chief

I am getting death threats, says Bangladesh players' body chief

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Bangladesh's Cricketers' Welfare Association (CWAB) president Mohammad Mithun has said that he has received death threats for taking a stand for the players.

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.

T20 World Cup: Did Anyone Win In Pakistan Boycott Drama?

T20 World Cup: Did Anyone Win In Pakistan Boycott Drama?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

A lesson to be learned from this incident is participation in an event is the real exhibition of power, and winning matches elevates its credibility, observes K R Nayar.

Pakistan U-19 groove to Dhurandhar song after beating India

Pakistan U-19 groove to Dhurandhar song after beating India

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

The Pakistan Under-19 team celebrated their dominant 191-run victory over India in the Under-19 Asia Cup final in Dubai by dancing to the viral 'FA9LA' track from the blockbuster Dhurandhar.

T20 World Cup: 'I hope India-Pakistan match happens'

T20 World Cup: 'I hope India-Pakistan match happens'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Former Australia speedster Brett Lee would love to see India and Pakistan clashing in a T20 World Cup blockbuster in Colombo on February 15.

Morkel Vs Morkel: Brothers In Rival Dugouts At T20 WC

Morkel Vs Morkel: Brothers In Rival Dugouts At T20 WC

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Albie and Morne Morkel find themselves in rival dugouts as South Africa face India in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash.

'Whatever happened in Bangladesh is wrong'

'Whatever happened in Bangladesh is wrong'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'We welcome everyone to India, but whether they (Bangladesh) want to come here or not is their choice.'

Will BCCI's Jay Shah take over the reins at ICC?

Will BCCI's Jay Shah take over the reins at ICC?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

All eyes will be on BCCI secretary Jay Shah during the four-day ICC Annual Conference in Colombo, starting on Friday, where there might be serious discussions about when he will take over from New Zealander Greg Barclay as the chairman of the global body.

We weren't good enough: Aus batter Renshaw

We weren't good enough: Aus batter Renshaw

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Matt Renshaw refuses to blame Colombo pitch after Australia's 23-run defeat to Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, admitting the team "weren't good enough" in the chase.

No bilateral ties but India to meet Pakistan in ICC/ACC

No bilateral ties but India to meet Pakistan in ICC/ACC

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal spoke on the BCCI finally having started the "ball rolling" as far as finding a new lead sponsor for Team India is concerned

Will Bangladesh Play T20 World Cup Games In India?

Will Bangladesh Play T20 World Cup Games In India?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

So far, neither the BCCI nor the ICC has issued any statement regarding the scheduling of Bangladesh's matches against the backdrop of current tensions.

ICC creates fund for Afghanistan's displaced women cricketers

ICC creates fund for Afghanistan's displaced women cricketers

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Afghanistan had 25 contracted women cricketers in 2020, most of whom have resettled in Australia with humanitarian visas due to restrictions at home under the hardline Taliban government.

'We are acting, it's not easy': Shanto on T20 WC turmoil

'We are acting, it's not easy': Shanto on T20 WC turmoil

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

'But you'll see that something always happens before every World Cup. I can say this from my experience of three World Cups -- it does have an effect.'

BCCI Contracts: Will Kohli, Rohit Retain A-Plus Grade?

BCCI Contracts: Will Kohli, Rohit Retain A-Plus Grade?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

BCCI AGM: Kohli, Rohit's contracts, payments for women in domestic cricket to be discussed

Work smart, not hard is Oman all-rounder Nadeem's mantra

Work smart, not hard is Oman all-rounder Nadeem's mantra

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Oman all-rounder Mohammad Nadeem will be the tournament's second-oldest player behind teammate Aamir Kaleem.

T20 WC: How Kamindu's fiery knock flattened Ireland

T20 WC: How Kamindu's fiery knock flattened Ireland

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Kamindu's cameo was the turning point of match: SL skipper Shanaka

Australia's top stars to skip BBL to prepare for T20 World Cup

Australia's top stars to skip BBL to prepare for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Australia's Travis Head finished as the leading scorer of the Ashes series with 629 runs from five Tests, including three centuries.

Playing cricket at home is bigger than World Cup: Rashid's Kabul dream

Playing cricket at home is bigger than World Cup: Rashid's Kabul dream

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Rashid Khan expresses his dream of hosting an international cricket match in Afghanistan, highlighting the challenges faced due to the country's situation and the lack of a strong domestic cricket system.

No PSL in Dubai? UAE Board set to decline PCB's plea

No PSL in Dubai? UAE Board set to decline PCB's plea

Rediff.com9 May 2025

UAE set to decline PCB request to host PSL games

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

T20 World Cup: Can India Turn Super Eight Tension Into Triumph?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

It takes a lot of mental strength to play in front of nearly 100,000 people in Ahmedabad. Even the bravest can succumb to the tension.

Kirsten roped in by Namibia ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup

Kirsten roped in by Namibia ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Namibia have qualified for the last three ICC T20 World Cups (2021, 2022 and 2024). They are one of the three hosts of the 2026 T20 World Cup, alongside South Africa and Zimbabwe.

Tendulkar lauds Italy as Mosca Brothers Star in Historic Win

Tendulkar lauds Italy as Mosca Brothers Star in Historic Win

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Italy registered their first-ever T20 World Cup win, thrashing Nepal by 10 wickets as the Mosca brothers scripted history with an unbeaten 123-run stand.

Pakistan miffed with ICC over trophy ceremony snub

Pakistan miffed with ICC over trophy ceremony snub

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board is set to register its protest with the ICC for ignoring its CEO during the trophy ceremony in Dubai on Sunday.

Scotland Ready to Rumble Against West Indies in T20 World Cup

Scotland Ready to Rumble Against West Indies in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Scotland, a late entry into the T20 World Cup, is set to face West Indies in their opening match. Scotland aims to prove their worth and cause upsets against higher-ranked teams, while West Indies look to leverage their experience and firepower.

'Indian agent' tag on Tamim divides Bangladesh cricket

'Indian agent' tag on Tamim divides Bangladesh cricket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

A senior Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official has found himself at the centre of a major controversy after branding former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal an 'Indian agent', triggering widespread backlash across the country's cricketing fraternity.

Jay Shah emerges as strong contender for ICC top job

Jay Shah emerges as strong contender for ICC top job

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Greg Barclay not to opt for third term, all eyes on BCCI secretary Jay Shah

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.

PCB blames ICC for Champions Trophy final fracas

PCB blames ICC for Champions Trophy final fracas

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board's chief operating officer Sumair Ahmed has blamed the ICC for the mismanagement at the final presentation ceremony of the Champions Trophy in Dubai.

BCCI's final warning to PCB boss Naqvi over Asia Cup trophy

BCCI's final warning to PCB boss Naqvi over Asia Cup trophy

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has issued a final warning to Pakistan Cricket Board chairman and Asian Cricket Council president Mohsin Naqvi to hand over the Asia Cup trophy by Monday.

T20 World Cup: Can Brook silence noise in England's opener?

T20 World Cup: Can Brook silence noise in England's opener?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

England faces Nepal in their T20 World Cup opener, hoping to shift focus from off-field issues surrounding captain Harry Brook. Nepal aims to make an impact after a strong showing in the previous edition.