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ICC chief Srinivasan hails 2015 World Cup as most popular ever

ICC chief Srinivasan hails 2015 World Cup as most popular ever

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

International Cricket Council chairman Narayanswami Srinivasan said the event's success has proved that the One-Day International format is in good health.

Why Rohit, Kohli still matter for India's 2027 World Cup

Why Rohit, Kohli still matter for India's 2027 World Cup

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

On Saturday, Rohit and Virat turned back the clock, delivering a vintage special with their refined strokeplay to silence their critics.

Aussie Malajczuk smashes 51-ball century vs Japan

Aussie Malajczuk smashes 51-ball century vs Japan

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Australia's Malajczuk smashes fastest century in U19 World Cup history

Nepal, Oman punch ticket to T20 World Cup

Nepal, Oman punch ticket to T20 World Cup

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Nepal and Oman secured their berths for next year's ICC Men's T20 World Cup after guaranteeing top-three finishes in the Asia/East Asia-Pacific Qualifier ahead of their Super Six clash.

Euro Nations Cup on cards as Ireland eyes 2027 launch

Euro Nations Cup on cards as Ireland eyes 2027 launch

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Cricket Ireland is planning a Euro Nations Cup, with chairman Brian MacNeice targeting a 2027 launch.

MAD about cricket? Solve this World Cup puzzle!

MAD about cricket? Solve this World Cup puzzle!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

Take a shot at this puzzle we devised just for you!

'Suryakumar Yadav Is an Inspiration for Young Cricketers'

'Suryakumar Yadav Is an Inspiration for Young Cricketers'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Officials of the Goa Cricket Association met India T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav at the BCCI Naman Awards in New Delhi.

Illingworth, Kettleborough gear up for World Cup final

Illingworth, Kettleborough gear up for World Cup final

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Match officials for ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 final

Deepti Sharma: 'I knew my time would come'

Deepti Sharma: 'I knew my time would come'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Deepti Sharma produced a career-best 5/10 as India defeated Pakistan by 64 runs in their Women's T20 World Cup opener at Edgbaston. Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur also starred in India's dominant victory.

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Suryakumar Yadav: India Can Field Multiple World-Class T20 Teams

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Suryakumar Yadav believes India's T20 talent pool is so deep that it could field multiple international-quality teams, crediting the IPL and domestic structure for this dominance.

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan Tipped To Lead Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan Tipped To Lead Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Ishan Kishan is reportedly the leading candidate to captain Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026 if regular skipper Pat Cummins fails to recover from a lumbar stress injury.

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.

Why Punjab's Mohali stadium was snubbed for 2023 ODI World Cup

Why Punjab's Mohali stadium was snubbed for 2023 ODI World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

'The current stadium in Mohali did not meet the standards of ICC and hence was denied matches.'

'They have given their life to Indian cricket'

'They have given their life to Indian cricket'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Dhumal believes 'Ro-Ko' is here to stay in the 50-over format and also appreciated Hitman Rohit's batting masterclass in the recently concluded three-match ODI series against Australia, during which he was awarded the Player of the Series.

Eng cricketer Knight finds redemption in 'rubbish year'

Eng cricketer Knight finds redemption in 'rubbish year'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'I'm really pleased. Like I've had pretty rubbish year, not going to lie before this World Cup.'

They made me better: Prabhsimran credits Yuvraj, Ponting for India breakthrough

They made me better: Prabhsimran credits Yuvraj, Ponting for India breakthrough

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Prabhsimran Singh credited mentor Yuvraj Singh's tactical guidance and Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting's unwavering faith for his growth, saying both played a pivotal role in earning his maiden India T20I call-up.

ICC World Cup: India vs Pakistan game on the cards

ICC World Cup: India vs Pakistan game on the cards

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

BCCI had expressed concern about security during the World Cup in a letter to the ICC after last month's attack in the disputed region that killed 40 Indian paramilitary troops.

Rohit Sharma: The Unstoppable Force of the World Cup!

Rohit Sharma: The Unstoppable Force of the World Cup!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Rohit once again showcased a brief yet impactful innings, contributing significantly to India's bonus runs in the initial ten overs

Bangladesh ask ICC to relocate T20 WC matches to Sri Lanka

Bangladesh ask ICC to relocate T20 WC matches to Sri Lanka

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Bangladesh ask ICC to swap group with Ireland, relocate T20 WC matches to Sri Lanka

B'day girl Sutherland equals Rashid Khan's unique feat

B'day girl Sutherland equals Rashid Khan's unique feat

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Australia's Annabel Sutherland becomes only 2nd ODI cricketer to achieve unique birthday feat

MSK Prasad Questions Suryakumar Yadav's Omission From T20I Squad

MSK Prasad Questions Suryakumar Yadav's Omission From T20I Squad

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Former chief selector MSK Prasad has expressed bewilderment over Suryakumar Yadav's exclusion from India's T20I squad, suggesting it's a rest rather than a drop. He also questioned the omission of Rajat Patidar despite his strong IPL performance and the inclusion of Shivam Dube, while praising the selection of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

PCB to axe women's team head coach following WC flop?

PCB to axe women's team head coach following WC flop?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

The source said they were also complaints of the head coach not being accessible or gelling well with other team officials due to his attitude.

Axar: We Don't Dwell on Rivalry, Just Focus on Cricket

Axar: We Don't Dwell on Rivalry, Just Focus on Cricket

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Axar Patel acknowledges added pressure in India-Pakistan clashes but says the team blocks out rivalry talk. He also hails Ishan Kishan's match-winning 77 in the T20 World Cup win.

Nitish Kumar lauds Bihar prodigy Sooryavanshi after U19 WC

Nitish Kumar lauds Bihar prodigy Sooryavanshi after U19 WC

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar praised 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after his record-breaking 175 powered India to the 2026 ICC Under-19 World Cup title.

Muralitharan's surprise World Cup predictions

Muralitharan's surprise World Cup predictions

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Muralitharan picked up four teams that can win the World Cup this year.

Sri Lanka's Home Semi Chances Rest on ICC's Indo-Pak Rule

Sri Lanka's Home Semi Chances Rest on ICC's Indo-Pak Rule

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka could play their 2026 T20 World Cup semi-final at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium if they qualify and avoid India, as ICC clarifies knockout venue logistics.

UP Police Salute DSP Deepti Sharma!

UP Police Salute DSP Deepti Sharma!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna on Monday lauded Deputy Superintendent of Police and international cricketer Deepti Sharma for her "exemplary and historic performance" in India's win at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 final.

Madan Lal Welcomes Pak's U-Turn on Ind-Pak T20 WC Clash

Madan Lal Welcomes Pak's U-Turn on Ind-Pak T20 WC Clash

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Former India cricketer Madan Lal welcomes Pakistan's decision to play India in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, saying a boycott would have hurt the tournament's charm and finances.

ICC World Cup: The underdog triumphs we'll never forget!

ICC World Cup: The underdog triumphs we'll never forget!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Let's delve into six remarkable underdog triumphs at the ICC World Cup

BCB firm on venue change demand, but ICC unmoved!

BCB firm on venue change demand, but ICC unmoved!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Yet to receive any response from ICC: BCB chief Bulbul

Dhoni Inducted Into ICC Hall Of Fame

Dhoni Inducted Into ICC Hall Of Fame

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

"With 17,266 international runs, 829 dismissals and 538 matches across formats for India, Dhoni's numbers reflect not just excellence but extraordinary consistency, fitness and longevity," it said.

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

ICC rejects BCB request, Bangladesh matches to be played in India as schedule

Mandhana drops in ICC T20I rankings; Harmanpreet, Deepti move up

Mandhana drops in ICC T20I rankings; Harmanpreet, Deepti move up

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana slipped one place to fifth in the batters' list, while all-rounder Deepti Sharma climbed to fourth among bowlers in the latest ICC Women's T20I Rankings.

The Man India Forgot Has Taken India To A World Cup Final

The Man India Forgot Has Taken India To A World Cup Final

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

The man who never played for India has taken India to an ICC Women's World Cup final.

U-19 World Cup: Showcasing cricket's brightest young stars

U-19 World Cup: Showcasing cricket's brightest young stars

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

From Brian Lara to Virat Kohli, Ben Stokes to Steve Smith, the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup has never fallen short of showcasing cricket's brightest young stars. More than 30 years have passed since the world's top talents first announced themselves on the big stage, with the 1988 Youth Cricket World Cup a ground-breaking step in bringing ability to the fore.

Women's ODI World Cup: Check out the full Schedule

Women's ODI World Cup: Check out the full Schedule

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

India's marquee women's ODI World Cup match against Pakistan will be held at the neutral venue of R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on October 5, the ICC announced on Monday.

Nahid Rana, Mosaddek Hossain power Bangladesh past Australia in ODI series opener

Nahid Rana, Mosaddek Hossain power Bangladesh past Australia in ODI series opener

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Bangladesh stunned Australia with an 86-run win via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method in their opening one-day international in Dhaka on Tuesday, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

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.

ICC unlikely to shift Bangladesh's T20 WC matches

ICC unlikely to shift Bangladesh's T20 WC matches

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

"The overall security risk for the tournament in India has been assessed as low to moderate, which is consistent with the profile of many major global sporting events," the source said.

From Miller Catch To WC Glory: Surya Reflects On Dream Run

From Miller Catch To WC Glory: Surya Reflects On Dream Run

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Suryakumar Yadav says his famous catch to dismiss David Miller in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final changed his life as India created history by defending the title in 2026.