News for 'ICC Champions Trophy'

Gambhir Chills In France With Family

Gambhir Chills In France With Family

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Gautam Gambhir, wife Natasha and daughters Aazeen and Anaiza, were seen soaking in the scenic beauty of France's snow-capped mountains.

'The entire country was waiting for Kohli's century'

'The entire country was waiting for Kohli's century'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Former Sports Minister Anurag Thakur and BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla hailed Virat Kohli's match-winning century against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy

My job is to focus on my skill: Kohli

My job is to focus on my skill: Kohli

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

'I'm grateful and thankful to God'

Vijay Hazare Trophy: All eyes on Varun Chakravarthy, Shreyas Iyer

Vijay Hazare Trophy: All eyes on Varun Chakravarthy, Shreyas Iyer

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Varun Chakravarthy had a second coming in international cricket with 17 wickets in his last seven T20Is and 12 of them in South Africa in batting-friendly conditions.

Dhawan on how Rohit mastered the art of captaincy

Dhawan on how Rohit mastered the art of captaincy

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Former opener Shikhar Dhawan believes Rohit Sharma has matured as a leader over the years and shares a close bond with his teammates, which augurs well for the Indian team.

Hardik's redemption: From 2017 heartbreak to 2025 glory

Hardik's redemption: From 2017 heartbreak to 2025 glory

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Hardik Pandya, who was forced to take up new ball duties in the Champions Trophy due to the absence of Jasprit Bumrah, said his natural fighting abilities helped him adjust to the new role.

How Rahul Helped Gill Reach Ton

How Rahul Helped Gill Reach Ton

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Rahul expertly rotated the strike, absorbed pressure, and provided guidance to Gill as he neared his century.

Kuldeep ensures Rachin can't make most of reprieves

Kuldeep ensures Rachin can't make most of reprieves

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

Rachin Ravindra had two reprieves before being sent back by Kuldeep Yadav.

South Africa add Linde as cover for injured Markram

South Africa add Linde as cover for injured Markram

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

South Africa roped in left-arm spin bowling all-rounder George Linde as a cover for the injured Aiden Markram ahead of their Champions Trophy semi-finals against New Zealand.

'No one is going to watch 2026 T20 World Cup'

'No one is going to watch 2026 T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Ashwin's comments echo a growing concern within the game, that too many tournaments, too often, may be eroding the very excitement that once made World Cups unmissable.

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.

India Vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash In Colombo

India Vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash In Colombo

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

This will be their first encounter after the controversy-filled the Asia Cup earlier this year, in which India refused to shake hands with the Pakistan players.

'Come collect it': Naqvi dares India over Asia Cup trophy

'Come collect it': Naqvi dares India over Asia Cup trophy

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

In a post on X, Naqvi rejected reports claiming that he, at the ACC AGM on Tuesday, apologised to BCCI officials for his actions at the presentation ceremony on Sunday when he walked away with the trophy after the Indians refused to accept it from him.

Pakistan rejects India's Hybrid Model demand

Pakistan rejects India's Hybrid Model demand

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Sharif, who is also the patron-in-chief of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), also told Naqvi that it was not just about money and that the sentiments of the public should also be taken into consideration.

Ponting has high praise for Kiwis

Ponting has high praise for Kiwis

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

'They haven't done a lot wrong. That's without some of their stars actually performing in that final.'

India controlled the middle overs better: Santner

India controlled the middle overs better: Santner

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Speaking at the post-match presentation, Santner acknowledged India's superior game plan and their ability to dictate terms in the middle phase.

Gill's Era Dawns: Kohli, Rohit's Last Hurrah

Gill's Era Dawns: Kohli, Rohit's Last Hurrah

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The series in Australia could well be Rohit's last in India Blues. But Kohli, given his high fitness standards, could play on until the 2027 World Cup.

Pak masseur was sent back from Champions Trophy after sexual assault claims

Pak masseur was sent back from Champions Trophy after sexual assault claims

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

Pakistan cricket team masseur was sent back from the ICC Champions Trophy after being accused of sexually harassing a female worker at the London hotel, where the players stayed during the event, a source has claimed.

Can Axar Patel bring DC the elusive trophy?

Can Axar Patel bring DC the elusive trophy?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

In all, Axar has led in 24 matches across all formats, winning 12, losing 10 and two matches ended in a draw.

'Kohli, Rohit, Suryakumar have fans in Pakistan'

'Kohli, Rohit, Suryakumar have fans in Pakistan'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram optimistic about India travelling to Pakistan for Champions Trophy.

'Deserve respect': Captain Rohit hails India's ICC dominance

'Deserve respect': Captain Rohit hails India's ICC dominance

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

In their last three ICC limited-overs tournaments, India have lost only one out of 24 matches, with the defeat coming against Australia in the 2023 ODI World Cup final in Ahmedabad.

ODI Rankings: Gill on top but Kohli is closing in

ODI Rankings: Gill on top but Kohli is closing in

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Virat Kohli continues to prove why he is one of the greatest ODI batters of all time, moving up to the fourth spot with 747 rating points in the latest ICC ODI rankings.

Bangladesh wants T20 World Cup games moved out of India

Bangladesh wants T20 World Cup games moved out of India

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has been instructed by its sports ministry to seek shifting of the country's T20 World Cup league games from India to Sri Lanka as there are "concerns about players' safety".

Ex-Pak coach Gillespie slams successor Javed as 'clown'

Ex-Pak coach Gillespie slams successor Javed as 'clown'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Former Pakistan Test coach Jason Gillespie labelled his successor Aaqib Javed a 'clown' and accused the former fast bowler of undermining him and ex-white-ball coach Gary Kirsten.

Extra spinner or batsman? India ponder over Champions Trophy selection

Extra spinner or batsman? India ponder over Champions Trophy selection

Rediff.com7 May 2017

Choosing between a third spinner and an extra batsman will be the topic of discussion when the three-member national selection panel decides on the Indian squad for the ICC Champions Trophy, starting June 1 in England.

India, Pakistan to play at neutral venues in ICC events

India, Pakistan to play at neutral venues in ICC events

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

The ICC top brass is likely to finalise the hybrid model modalities for the Champions Trophy during a virtual meeting with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday, it has been learnt.

God put me in this situation...: Rahul

God put me in this situation...: Rahul

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'If you stay humble, put your heart in the right place, train hard, and let your bat talk, God finds ways to bless you.'

Inside India's Dressing Room...

Inside India's Dressing Room...

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Laughter echoed off the walls, and as is tradition with every big win, the customary cake-cutting took centre stage.

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

'Rohit Always Puts The Team Above Everything'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'He will have no problems playing under any captain, he will still give his 100 percent for the team.'

Refreshed Ashwin hopes to 'throw up something new' at Champions Trophy

Refreshed Ashwin hopes to 'throw up something new' at Champions Trophy

Rediff.com24 May 2017

'There have been rule changes to what ICC has done to the one-day format, and there is no point in going with same set of skills time and again, unless the game change your skill or let the game take the demand out of you'

Aqib takes charge as Pakistan's new interim coach

Aqib takes charge as Pakistan's new interim coach

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Former fast bowler Aqib Javed has been appointed Pakistan's interim white-ball coach until next year's Champions Trophy, the country's cricket board (PCB) said on Monday.

Ravindra reveals mindset before India clash

Ravindra reveals mindset before India clash

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Ravindra expressed his joy at contributing on the big stage and emphasised the team's focus on the final showdown in Dubai

'Champions Trophy must go on despite London attack'

'Champions Trophy must go on despite London attack'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

In the third major assault to hit Britain in less than three months, attackers rammed a van into pedestrians on London Bridge before stabbing revellers in nearby bars.

Tendulkar, Kohli lead tributes to U19 World champs!

Tendulkar, Kohli lead tributes to U19 World champs!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India's record sixth U-19 World Cup win drew praise from Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir and cricket legends worldwide after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's stunning 175 sealed a 100-run victory over England.

Kohli's Unbelievable Record Vs Pakistan!

Kohli's Unbelievable Record Vs Pakistan!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Virat Kohli bagged his fifth player of the match award against Pakistan in ICC tournaments including ODI/T20I World Cups and Champions Trophy -- the most by any player against a single opposition.

T20 Kings: When Dhoni, Rohit Brought Cup Home!

T20 Kings: When Dhoni, Rohit Brought Cup Home!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Cricket has never been the same since India's thrilling, last-over win over Pakistan in the final at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, on September 24, 2007.

'Kohli's legacy will be remembered for a long time'

'Kohli's legacy will be remembered for a long time'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

New Zealand all-rounder Glenn Phillips praised Virat Kohli's legacy in cricket, calling his 300th ODI a 'big feat' in the modern era.

Bowling coach Morkel leaves India camp after father's demise

Bowling coach Morkel leaves India camp after father's demise

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

It is not clear whether Morne Morkel will rejoin the squad later during the Champions Trophy.

'If you're selecting Rohit, select him as captain'

'If you're selecting Rohit, select him as captain'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

It's a bit of a shock to see Rohit not going to Australia as captain: Harbhajan

India won't travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: BCCI informs ICC

India won't travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: BCCI informs ICC

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

BCCI has intimated the International Cricket Council about India's inability to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy next year.