News for 'ICC Champions Trophy'

Why Pakistan wants to reschedule Australia ODI series

Why Pakistan wants to reschedule Australia ODI series

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The series is part of a twin tour by Australia to Pakistan for a three-match T20 series from January 30 to February 5 to prepare for the T20 World Cup, and they are then scheduled to return for the ODIs, scheduled for March 13 to 19.

Du Plessis Highlights Gambhir's Impact on KKR and Team Dynamics

Du Plessis Highlights Gambhir's Impact on KKR and Team Dynamics

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Faf du Plessis acknowledges Gautam Gambhir's competitive leadership style, highlighting its positive impact on teams like Kolkata Knight Riders. He emphasises Gambhir's high standards and accountability, noting the importance of strong leadership beyond just the captain's role in franchise cricket.

India deny Champions Trophy pullout threat

India deny Champions Trophy pullout threat

Rediff.com13 May 2013

India have no plans to pull out of next month's Champions Trophy over a rumbling controversy surrounding a former Indian player's election to an International Cricket Council (ICC) panel, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said on Monday.

ICC allocates $135m for Champions Trophy leave BCCI fuming

ICC allocates $135m for Champions Trophy leave BCCI fuming

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has expressed its reservations with the International Cricket Council's decision to earmark a budget of $135 million (approx) as the organisational cost for Champions Trophy scheduled in the United Kingdom from June 1-18, next year.

Asia Cup trophy NOT AWARDED to champions India

Asia Cup trophy NOT AWARDED to champions India

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

The Asia Cup trophy was ultimately not awarded to champions India in the customary ceremony after they refused to accept it from Naqvi in Dubai on Sunday.

England crush South Africa to storm into Champions Trophy final

England crush South Africa to storm into Champions Trophy final

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

An impressive bowling performance helped England storm into the ICC Champions Trophy final after the hosts thrashed South Africa by seven wickets in the first semi-final, at the Oval in London, on Wednesday.

Champions Trophy Stats: Jayawardene joins coveted 11,000 runs club

Champions Trophy Stats: Jayawardene joins coveted 11,000 runs club

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

Statistical highlights of the Group A match between Sri Lanka and Australia at the ICC Champions Trophy in London on Monday night.

Champions Trophy: South Africa crush Pakistan to keep hopes alive

Champions Trophy: South Africa crush Pakistan to keep hopes alive

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Prolific batsman Hashim Amla (81) hit a splendid half-century before Ryan McLaren took four wickets as South Africa mauled Pakistan by 67 runs to keep themselves in the race for the ICC Champions Trophy semi-finals, in Birmingham, on Monday.

Ex-Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed announces retirement from international cricket

Ex-Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed announces retirement from international cricket

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Sarfaraz Ahmed, former Pakistan captain and ICC tournament winner, announces his retirement from all forms of cricket, paving the way for a potential coaching role.

Fear of failure might have crept into all of us: Rohit

Fear of failure might have crept into all of us: Rohit

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

It could be fear of failure among country's elite batters that led to India's global title drought between 2011 and 2024, T20 World Cup winning former skipper Rohit Sharma said on Friday.

ICC declares Champions Trophy a huge success

ICC declares Champions Trophy a huge success

Rediff.com8 Oct 2009

International Cricket Council President David Morgan termed the just-concluded Champions Trophy "a huge success" and said the event has proved to be a great advertisement for one-dayers.

Champions Trophy: Rain mars Australia-Pakistan warm-up

Champions Trophy: Rain mars Australia-Pakistan warm-up

Rediff.com29 May 2017

Rain had the final word as the ICC Champions Trophy warm-up game between Australia and Pakistan was washed out after only 10.2 overs of play in Edgbaston on Monday.

Champions Trophy: Can India win their second straight world title?

Champions Trophy: Can India win their second straight world title?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2013

Putting behind the turbulent phase of the past few weeks, a red-hot India are standing on the threshold of winning their second straight world title as they take on hosts England in the summit showdown of the ICC Champions Trophy in Birmingham on Sunday.

Champions Trophy: Sri Lanka to face India in semi-finals

Champions Trophy: Sri Lanka to face India in semi-finals

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

A disciplined Sri Lanka set up a semifinal date with India in the ICC Champions Trophy as they knocked out holders Australia by posting a 20-run win, with veteran Mahela Jayawardene caressing his way to an unbeaten 84-run knock at The Oval on Monday.

T20 World Cup semifinal: England back struggling Buttler to fire vs India

T20 World Cup semifinal: England back struggling Buttler to fire vs India

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

England are relying on Jos Buttler to rediscover his form and deliver a match-winning performance against India in the T20 World Cup semifinal, despite his recent struggles in ICC events.

From 1983 to 2025: India's Legacy Of ICC Titles

From 1983 to 2025: India's Legacy Of ICC Titles

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

India won their seventh ICC trophy, while registering their third Champions Trophy triumph.

Meet the commentators for Champions Trophy

Meet the commentators for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Ganguly, Ponting among commentators for Champions Trophy.

T20 World Cup final: I love New Zealand, but they won't beat India, says Steyn

T20 World Cup final: I love New Zealand, but they won't beat India, says Steyn

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

South African pace legend Dale Steyn believes New Zealand risks inheriting the 'chokers' tag if they lose the T20 World Cup final against India, highlighting their repeated failures in major ICC finals.

Iran refuses to play FIFA World Cup in US; wants games moved to Mexico

Iran refuses to play FIFA World Cup in US; wants games moved to Mexico

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Iran's football federation is in discussions with FIFA about moving their World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico due to concerns about the safety of their players, Iranian football president Mehdi Taj said.

Kohli, Rohit Light Up The Nets in Perth!

Kohli, Rohit Light Up The Nets in Perth!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The two greats showed their class with some brilliant shots during the practice session.

'I was just 20...': Rohit relives 2007 T20 World Cup triumph

'I was just 20...': Rohit relives 2007 T20 World Cup triumph

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Rohit Sharma, who captained India to the T20 World Cup title last year, says winning the inaugural edition of the tournament in 2007 was a massive confidence booster for Team India.

It will be India vs Australia in Champions Trophy final: Clarke

It will be India vs Australia in Champions Trophy final: Clarke

Rediff.com13 May 2017

While it has been a struggle for likes of Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane during the ongoing tenth edition of the Indian Premier League, the former Aussie skipper feels it won't be much of a concern during Champions Trophy.

Champions Trophy: Will S Africa rid themselves of the chokers' tag?

Champions Trophy: Will S Africa rid themselves of the chokers' tag?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

South Africa will look to shed their big tournament chokers' tag as they go into the first semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy against strong contenders England in London on Wednesday.

Champions Trophy to end after 2013

Champions Trophy to end after 2013

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

The 2013 Champions Trophy in England will bring the curtains down on the 14-year-old tournament, with the ICC moving towards having one championship for each of the game's three formats from 2015.

Hope They Don't Play Too Well': Marsh on Kohli, Rohit

Hope They Don't Play Too Well': Marsh on Kohli, Rohit

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Since India last played a bilateral series against Australia in their home territory just before the ODI World Cup in 2023, 'Ro-Ko' have been sensational.

A shot in the arm for defending champions Pakistan?

A shot in the arm for defending champions Pakistan?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Rauf has remained with the squad despite the selectors calling up uncapped Akif Javed as a backup for him.

ICC proposes SA as new venue for Champions Trophy

ICC proposes SA as new venue for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com11 Mar 2009

The International Cricket Council's Chief Executives' Committee (CEC) on Wednesday recommended that the Champions Trophy be held in South Africa and not Sri Lanka as rainfall could affect the tournament to be held during September-October this year.

COA chief Rai non-committal on India's participation in Champions Trophy

COA chief Rai non-committal on India's participation in Champions Trophy

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrator chief Vinod Rai was non-committal on being asked whether the COA will ask Team India to participate or allow them to boycott the ICC Champions Trophy, starting in the United Kingdom, on June 1.

South Africa to stage Champions Trophy

South Africa to stage Champions Trophy

Rediff.com16 Mar 2009

South Africa will stage this year's Champions Trophy one-day tournament in September and October, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Monday.

When Dhoni Flashed A Rare Smile

When Dhoni Flashed A Rare Smile

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

'Dhoni is a very cool captain. But he was also very happy and was enjoying that moment.'

ICC championing Spirit of Cricket

ICC championing Spirit of Cricket

Rediff.com7 Sep 2006

ICC has dedicated the Champions Trophy tournament in India to Spirit of Cricket

Team India gets Bumrah boost ahead of Pak clash

Team India gets Bumrah boost ahead of Pak clash

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

The Times of India has posted a picture of Bumrah entering the stadium ahead of the big game and the picture has gone viral.

'It's unfair to call it the final of the Champions Trophy'

'It's unfair to call it the final of the Champions Trophy'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

With just 129 runs to play with in the rain-curtailed final of the ICC Champions Trophy against England here, India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni spurred his teammates by telling them to play like world champions and defend a sub-par score.

How India's Batters Fared In ICC ODI Finals

How India's Batters Fared In ICC ODI Finals

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

A look at Indian players' records in ICC ODI tournament finals including the World Cup and Champions Trophy.

How South Africa Ended 27-Year ICC Trophy Curse!

How South Africa Ended 27-Year ICC Trophy Curse!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

South Africa ended 27 years of hurt by beating Australia at Lord's to win the ICC World Test Championship 2025.

IPL 2026: Rs 13 Crore for Livingstone: Price too high?

IPL 2026: Rs 13 Crore for Livingstone: Price too high?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned the high price tag of English all-rounder Liam Livingstone in the Indian Premier League (IPL), citing his inconsistent performance over the past few years. Chopra also highlighted the opportunities for Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan to shine in the upcoming IPL season.

T20 World Cup: A gritty tale of associate nations who punched above their weight

T20 World Cup: A gritty tale of associate nations who punched above their weight

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The brave displays of cricket's second-tier nations were the brightest feature of the Twenty20 World Cup, which got off to a rocky start and culminated in a predictable home win for white-ball behemoths India on Sunday.

Champions Trophy PHOTOS: India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd semi-final

Champions Trophy PHOTOS: India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd semi-final

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

Images from the ICC Champions Trophy second semi-final between India and Sri Lanka in Cardiff, on Thursday.

Champions Trophy: 5 bowlers to look out for

Champions Trophy: 5 bowlers to look out for

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

50 overs cricket is a batsman's game, or so the conventional wisdom goes. But the Champions Trophy is being played in England, which means a different ball game :)

Afghanistan's Zadran creates HISTORY!

Afghanistan's Zadran creates HISTORY!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

While wickets fell all around him with fellow opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz, as well as Sediqullah Atal and Rahmat Shah all back in the hut inside the first ten overs, Gurbaz kept his cool.