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Afghan women cricketers find hope after Taliban ban

Afghan women cricketers find hope after Taliban ban

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Afghanistan's exiled women cricketers will be the first beneficiaries of a new refugee fund started by the Marylebone Cricket Club, the MCC said on Friday.

Deepti Sharma surges to joint 2nd in ICC T20I Rankings

Deepti Sharma surges to joint 2nd in ICC T20I Rankings

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Deepti Sharma rose one place to joint second while team-mate Renuka Singh also moved up a spot to 10th in the latest ICC women's T20I bowling rankings

Champions Trophy: Pakistan relents; India's matches in UAE

Champions Trophy: Pakistan relents; India's matches in UAE

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board is willing to make 'adjustments' in the schedule of the 2025 Champions Trophy, with matches involving India taking place in the UAE.

T20 World Cup 2024: Women cricketers set to make millions!

T20 World Cup 2024: Women cricketers set to make millions!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The winners of the tournament will receive $2.34 million, more than double the $1 million awarded to Australia for winning the previous edition of the tournament in 2023.

ICC looking to be permanent member of Olympic Movement: Greg Barclay

ICC looking to be permanent member of Olympic Movement: Greg Barclay

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is looking to become a permanent member of the Olympic Movement following the inclusion of T20 cricket in the programme of 2028 Olympics, its chairman Greg Barclay said on Monday.

Jay Shah to head ICC's Finance and Commercials Affairs committee

Jay Shah to head ICC's Finance and Commercials Affairs committee

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

Shah will have the responsibility of heading ICC's most important committee. Al the major financial policy decisions are taken by the F&CA committee before it is ratified by the ICC board

SKY again in line for top ICC T20 award

SKY again in line for top ICC T20 award

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Suryakumar Yadav was named as one of the four nominees for the ICC Men's T20 Cricketer of the Year 2023.

Breaking barriers: All-female match officials for Women's T20 WC

Breaking barriers: All-female match officials for Women's T20 WC

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

The International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled an all-female panel of match officials for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup 2024. A group of 10 umpires and three match referees are appointed to oversee the marquee event, hosted by Bangladesh in the UAE.

ICC shoots down talk of B'desh hosting Pakistan's WC ties

ICC shoots down talk of B'desh hosting Pakistan's WC ties

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'No one knows if PCB chief Mr Najam Sethi has had any informal discussion with his Bangladeshi counterpart Najmul Hasan Papon, but this can be said with a degree of certainty that no such discussions happened officially that Pakistan will play in Bangladesh.'

BCCI's earnings hit record highs as per latest reports

BCCI's earnings hit record highs as per latest reports

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

BCCI's healthy bank balance got healthier this year with an approximate increase of Rs 4200 crore, taking the overall earnings to a whopping Rs 20,686 crore.

India-Pakistan won't face-off in Champions Trophy?

India-Pakistan won't face-off in Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

So, will the members discuss the possibility of placing India and Pakistan in different groups in the league stage of the tournament to avoid Men in Blue's travel to the neighbouring country?

Lord's to host 2025 World Test Championship Final

Lord's to host 2025 World Test Championship Final

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

The 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) final will be played at the iconic Lord's cricket ground from June 11 to 15 next year.

With visas for World Cup in limbo, PCB writes to ICC

With visas for World Cup in limbo, PCB writes to ICC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Subject to visa, the team will now leave for Hyderabad from Lahore in the wee hours of September 27 and reach Hyderabad via Dubai in the night.

BCCI treasurer sworn in as Maha minister

BCCI treasurer sworn in as Maha minister

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Shelar is the second official from the incumbent committee to move on from his post after Jay Shah, who moved on from his post as the BCCI secretary to the chairman of the International Cricket Council.

I've never seen anything like it: Cook on England's 'Bazball'

I've never seen anything like it: Cook on England's 'Bazball'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Speaking to ICC in an interview, Cook said that the game has certainly made a big jump in regards to what is possible in Tests.

Proud to Represent India: Neeraj, Sen celebrate R-Day

Proud to Represent India: Neeraj, Sen celebrate R-Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

As the nation celebrates its 76th Republic Day, India's sports fraternity took to social media to share their patriotic sentiments and wishes with fans across the country on Sunday.

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Brand IPL has become stronger than ever and doesn't see any threat from the growing number of T20 leagues globally, its chairman Arun Dhumal said on Saturday as he steered clear of the speculation swirling around a tournament backed by Saudi Arabia.

How 2023 ODI WC generated massive economic impact

How 2023 ODI WC generated massive economic impact

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

A record-breaking 1.25 million spectators attended the mega event, of which nearly 75 per cent were attending an ICC 50-over match for the first time ever, the report claimed.

'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.

Cricket in Olympics: Multi-billion dollar broadcast market, BCCI's push and ICC pitch perfect presentation

Cricket in Olympics: Multi-billion dollar broadcast market, BCCI's push and ICC pitch perfect presentation

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

A multi-billion dollar broadcast market, the game's most powerful board's positive intent and a perfect pitch by the global body based on a three-fold 'U-P-L' principle ensured cricket's inclusion in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

ICC readies back-up pitch to negate protesters

ICC readies back-up pitch to negate protesters

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

If the pitch gets hampered then the match officials will assess the pitch and see whether it is in good condition to play or not if yes they will continue playing on the same and if not then they will look at the other pitch condition and take a call on whether they can play on the other one or not, according to ANI.

Sehwag's solution to empty stands at ICC WC...

Sehwag's solution to empty stands at ICC WC...

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

A massive turnout can be expected at Ahmedabad, however, when India face arch-rivals Pakistan on October 14.

A big blow to NZ in race to WTC final

A big blow to NZ in race to WTC final

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

It means the inaugural World Test Championship winners face a tough ask to qualify for next year's one-off Test in June 2025, with two wins against England and several other results also needing to go their way if they are to reach the Lord's decider.

ECB suspends Bangladesh's Shakib for 'illegal bowling'

ECB suspends Bangladesh's Shakib for 'illegal bowling'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Shakib, who is considered the greatest cricketer Bangladesh has produced, could not be immediately reached for comment.

Meet new ICC chairman

Meet new ICC chairman

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Greg Barclay has been elected as the International Cricket Council's new independent chairman

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The members who were present at the 93rd BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bengaluru on Sunday requested incumbent secretary Jay Shah to speed up the process of finding his successor to keep the transition of power as smooth as possible.

PIX: Williamson, Ravindra tons power NZ into Champions Trophy final

PIX: Williamson, Ravindra tons power NZ into Champions Trophy final

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

New Zealand booked their place in the final of the Champions Trophy against India after a 50-run victory over South Africa.

Gabba is docked a point for not meeting ICC guidelines

Gabba is docked a point for not meeting ICC guidelines

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

"There was extra bounce and occasional excessive seam movement. The odd delivery also kept low on the second day, making it very difficult for batters to build partnerships."

Crease belongs to the batter: Ponting blames Kohli

Crease belongs to the batter: Ponting blames Kohli

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Virat Kohli's conduct came under the microscope in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne on Thursday after a clash of shoulders with teen debutant Sam Konstas, but the incident did little to knock the Australian wonder boy off his stride.

Jolt for transgender cricketers in England

Jolt for transgender cricketers in England

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

In March, the United Kingdom's then sports minister Lucy Frazer called on sporting bodies in the country to reassess their rules on transgender athletes competing in women's sports to ensure fairness.

The two contenders to replace Jay Shah as BCCI secretary

The two contenders to replace Jay Shah as BCCI secretary

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Anil Patel, the secretary of Gujarat Cricket Association and Rohan Jaitley, son of late Arun Jaitley and the president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association are the two names in running to take over as BCCI secretary.

ICC dedicating two-and-a-half month IPL window?

ICC dedicating two-and-a-half month IPL window?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

Pakistan wants ICC to regulate growth of T20 leagues

ICC CEO bats for Pakistan as Test cricket destination

ICC CEO bats for Pakistan as Test cricket destination

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

"Pakistan is one of the strongest cricketing countries in the ICC membership," Allardice said.

AP Dhillon cheers on India in New York!

AP Dhillon cheers on India in New York!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Dhillon, a known cricket fan, was spotted at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York

Pakistan gets $70 million for hosting Champions Trophy

Pakistan gets $70 million for hosting Champions Trophy

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

The ICC has approved a budget of approximately USD 70 million for holding the Champions Trophy in Pakistan early next year.

BCCI re-confirm Srinivasan's candidature for ICC chairman's post

BCCI re-confirm Srinivasan's candidature for ICC chairman's post

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

With the Supreme Court refusing to restrain N Srinivasan from taking over as the chairman of the International Cricket Council, the Board of Control for Cricket in India sent a final confirmation to the world body intimating that its president-in-exile will be the candidate to head the ICC.

Gill, Much Sought After In Dubai

Gill, Much Sought After In Dubai

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

'Wait for six months, and you'll see Gill's jersey become the most sought after one.

Shah takes holy dip in Triveni Sangam at Maha Kumbh

Shah takes holy dip in Triveni Sangam at Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Union Home Minister Amit Shah took a dip at the Triveni Sangam in Mahakumbh Nagar on Monday and described the Maha Kumbh as a unique symbol of the Sanatan culture's philosophy, which is rooted in harmony.

India Fired Up Ahead Of T20 World Cup

India Fired Up Ahead Of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com30 May 2024

India head into the World Cup as World No 1, according to ICC rankings issued on Wednesday.

ICC chairmanship not in my hands: Ganguly

ICC chairmanship not in my hands: Ganguly

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

In a 16-member board, the candidate needs just nine votes from the directors to get elected.