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Why ICC reduced fines for slow over-rates in Tests

Why ICC reduced fines for slow over-rates in Tests

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Usman Khawaja said it was "really frustrating" for players to lose their match fees despite delivering entertaining matches.

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Kushal Das played a pivotal role in organising the 2017 FIFA Under-17 World Cup in India.

How rich did India's cricketers get after Champions Trophy win?

How rich did India's cricketers get after Champions Trophy win?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of Rs 58 crore for the Indian cricket team that won the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this month in Dubai.

No role in Shastri's exclusion as CT commentator, says ICC

No role in Shastri's exclusion as CT commentator, says ICC

Rediff.com6 Jul 2013

The International Cricket Council made it clear that it had nothing to do with the absence of former Indian captain Ravi Shastri from the panel of commentators for last month's ICC Champions Trophy in England.

Associates rejoice as ICC recommends WC qualifiers

Associates rejoice as ICC recommends WC qualifiers

Rediff.com12 May 2011

The ICC Cricket Committee's recommendation to have qualifiers for the 2015 cricket World Cup has given fresh hope to the associate nations, who were fuming over the governing body's earlier decision to scale the event down to just 10 teams.

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.

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away at 66

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away at 66

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Kushal Das, former AIFF general secretary, passed away at 66. He played a key role in developing Indian football, including organising the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Kumble-led Committee to discuss boundary count back rule

Kumble-led Committee to discuss boundary count back rule

Rediff.com28 Jul 2019

Cricketers -- current and former -- shared New Zealand's pain on losing the World Cup title to hosts England on boundary count back rule following an epic final at the Lord's on July 14.

Jay Shah to head ICC for three years

Jay Shah to head ICC for three years

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

During the ICC board meeting, the global body also approved a series of women's Associate Member T20 competitions to boost the competitiveness of smaller cricket-playing nations as it prepares for the expansion of women's events in the 2028-2031 cycle.

FICA demands inquiry into Siva's ICC appointment

FICA demands inquiry into Siva's ICC appointment

Rediff.com7 May 2013

The Federation of International Cricketers Association has demanded an ICC ethics committee inquiry into the Board of Control for Cricket in India-backed L Sivaramakrishnan's appointment as a players' representative in the governing body, saying captains could have been forced to vote against incumbent Tim May.

Cricket Buzz: New shirt sponsor for Australia after ball tampering scandal

Cricket Buzz: New shirt sponsor for Australia after ball tampering scandal

Rediff.com23 May 2018

Cricket Australia have signed a four-year agreement with energy provider Alinta Energy, potentially laying to rest concerns over a financial fallout from the ball-tampering scandal in March.

Will ICC allow coronavirus substitutes?

Will ICC allow coronavirus substitutes?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

The ICC currently only allows a player to be replaced during a match because of concussion. Under the proposed change, a late substitution would also be allowed on coronavirus grounds.

USA secure Olympic spot as cricket makes historic return

USA secure Olympic spot as cricket makes historic return

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Cricket will make a triumphant return to the Olympics at the 2028 Los Angeles Games after a 128-year absence, with six teams vying for top honors in both the men's and women's competitions. The sport was last featured in the 1900 Paris Olympics. The qualification process for the 2028 Games is yet to be confirmed, but the USA, as host nation, is likely to receive a direct spot, leaving five qualification places up for grabs.

Big blow for Ireland, captain Sterling ruled out of T20 WC

Big blow for Ireland, captain Sterling ruled out of T20 WC

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Stirling hurt his right knee when completing a catch during Ireland's 67-run loss to Australia in Colombo on Wednesday.

Strauss receives ICC Test Championship mace

Strauss receives ICC Test Championship mace

Rediff.com16 May 2012

England cricket captain Andrew Strauss received the ICC Test Championship mace on Monday for leading the team, which finished atop the ICC Test Championship table on the annual cut-off date of April 1.

Pakistan cricket chief Zaka Ashraf to attend ICC meeting, watch WC final

Pakistan cricket chief Zaka Ashraf to attend ICC meeting, watch WC final

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Pakistan Cricket Management Committee chairman Zaka Ashraf has landed in India to attend the ICC Executive Board meeting to be held in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

Tilak Varma's return to Indian squad delayed

Tilak Varma's return to Indian squad delayed

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

The No 3 batter will rejoin India squad ahead of T20 WC warm-up game in Mumbai.

ICC to review code on player conduct following tampering saga

ICC to review code on player conduct following tampering saga

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

The announcement comes in the wake of the ball-tampering scandal in Cape Town, which resulted in Cricket Australia handing out bans to sacked Australia captain Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft.

ICC wants wider use of ORS, check on illegal bowling actions

ICC wants wider use of ORS, check on illegal bowling actions

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

Run-outs of non-striker batsmen backing up too early, rising instances of confrontation among players and means to improve the use of technology in umpiring dominated discussion at a two-day meeting of the ICC's cricket committee in Bangalore on Friday.

ICC scraps 'unnecessary and confusing' soft-signal rule

ICC scraps 'unnecessary and confusing' soft-signal rule

Rediff.com15 May 2023

There was also a minor addition to the free hit rule with any runs scored off a free hit when the ball hits the stumps will be counted as runs scored from now. This would mean that batters can now be bowled off a free hit and attempt a run for the same.

Dejected Jayadevan writes to ICC president Pawar

Dejected Jayadevan writes to ICC president Pawar

Rediff.com5 Jun 2012

A dejected V Jayadevan, who sought replacement of the controversial Duckworth-Lewis method with his own system in limited-over cricket, has approached ICC resident Sharad Pawar for a neutral review of his method.

PIX: Shreya Ghosal leads moving Zubeen tribute at WC launch

PIX: Shreya Ghosal leads moving Zubeen tribute at WC launch

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The emotional high point of the glittering ceremony came when Shreya concluded her performance with Zubeen's iconic song 'Mayabini Ratir Bukut'.

Pakistan, SL support Siva's ICC appointment

Pakistan, SL support Siva's ICC appointment

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Even as the controversy over Laxman Sivaramakrishnan's appointment to the ICC Cricket Committee raged on, the BCCI on Monday received support from its Asian allies Sri Lanka and Pakistan.

Why ICC will never get rid of 50-overs cricket

Why ICC will never get rid of 50-overs cricket

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Fast bowling great Michael Holding feels that ODI cricket is here to stay despite the many concerns being raised about its loss of relevance as the format remains financially lucrative for the ICC. In the past, stalwarts of the game like Ricky Ponting and Rahul Dravid have feared ODIs losing context with the rapid growth of T20 cricket and Tests remaining the ultimate challenge for a cricketer.

ICC suffers heavy losses in hosting T20 World Cup

ICC suffers heavy losses in hosting T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday formed a three-member committee to "review the delivery" of the T20 World Cup which was co-hosted by the USA and the West Indies last month.

Australia topple India as ICC tweaks WTC rules

Australia topple India as ICC tweaks WTC rules

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

The change in WTC rule, prompted by the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, allowed Australia (82.22%) to leapfrog India (75) to the top of the standings

ICC changes points system for second edition of WTC

ICC changes points system for second edition of WTC

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

New Zealand claimed the inaugural WTC title with an eight-wicket victory over India in the final last month.

'Harmanpreet's 171 Was The Turning Point'

'Harmanpreet's 171 Was The Turning Point'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

For spin great Neetu David it was a culmination of a lifelong dream -- to see the India women's team finally end their wait for a World title.

ICC to review no-ball technology after Voges howler

ICC to review no-ball technology after Voges howler

Rediff.com13 Feb 2016

The International Cricket Council is set to discuss the reviewing of no-balls with the controversial topic again rearing its head following Adam Voges' non-dismissal late on day one of the first Test in Wellington. Voges was bowled having shouldered arms to the fourth ball of Doug Bracewell's 11th over, the last of the opening day of the Trans-Tasman series. The delivery seamed in and hit off stump, but the batsman - still in his leaving pose as his wicket was disturbed - looked up and saw umpire Richard Illingworth raise his right arm to signal for a no-ball. However, controversy erupted when replays clearly showed Bracewell did have part of his front foot behind the popping crease. On numerous occasions, dismissed batsmen have been granted reprieves by the third umpire, who are sometimes called on to review the front foot for wicket-taking deliveries that have been deemed legal by the on-field official. But an ICC spokesperson confirmed there is no provision for the third umpire to overrule when the on-field umpire has signalled a no-ball.

ICC chief warns against T20 overkill

ICC chief warns against T20 overkill

Rediff.com15 May 2008

New ICC chief Haroon Lorgat said it was important that the expanding Twenty20 format did not dominate the Test and 50-over game.

ICC to consider sweeping changes

ICC to consider sweeping changes

Rediff.com10 Nov 2004

ICC's expert panel is united in its view that the naked eye should remain the starting point for any report of a bowler with suspect action.

'Pakistan should never play against India'

'Pakistan should never play against India'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board to take a firm stand against India's refusal to accept the Asia Cup trophy from PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi.

Can Kumble help ICC convince BCCI about adopting DRS?

Can Kumble help ICC convince BCCI about adopting DRS?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

The Board of Control for Cricket in India may be adamant in its opposition to the Decision Review System, but ICC CEO Dave Richardson says the world body is hopeful of changing India's stance by first convincing ICC Cricket Committee chief Anil Kumble about the controversial innovation.

ICC to review legality of Ponting's bat

ICC to review legality of Ponting's bat

Rediff.com23 Apr 2005

An ICC statement said that Ponting would be allowed to continue to use the bat till a decision is reached.

Tests should remain five-dayers: ICC's Jayawardene

Tests should remain five-dayers: ICC's Jayawardene

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

The proposal, which has been floated for the 2023-2031 cycle, has not gone down well with the greats of the game, including Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting, opposing the idea.

Why England to continue hosting WTC finals

Why England to continue hosting WTC finals

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

'We are absolutely delighted that England and Wales has been chosen to host the next three ICC World Test Championship Finals.'

ICC may quit Lord's after 95 years

ICC may quit Lord's after 95 years

Rediff.com14 May 2004

The ICC is considering re-locating its headquarters from Lord's after 95 years to Dubai.

India likely to have identical squad for NZ series & T20 World Cup

India likely to have identical squad for NZ series & T20 World Cup

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

The national selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar, in all likelihood, will select identical squads for the five-match T20I series against New Zealand and the marquee ICC T20 World Cup, a BCCI source said on Friday.

Jay Shah elected unopposed as next ICC chairman

Jay Shah elected unopposed as next ICC chairman

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Jay Shah will take over as the next chairman of the ICC in December after he emerged as the sole nominee for the high-profile job

ICC to stick to neutral umpires

ICC to stick to neutral umpires

Rediff.com4 Jan 2008

Sunil Gavaskar, chairman of the ICC Cricket Committee, said the neutral umpire system eliminates the suspicion of bias.