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From Sanju's Sixes To Allen's Blitz: T20 WC 2026 In Numbers

From Sanju's Sixes To Allen's Blitz: T20 WC 2026 In Numbers

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

here are the standout stats and records from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

'We feel for Bangladesh': Scotland reacts to T20 WC call-up

'We feel for Bangladesh': Scotland reacts to T20 WC call-up

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Scotland were on Saturday confirmed as replacement of Bangladesh who pulled out of the 20-team tournament citing security concerns despite the International Cricket Council (ICC) insisting that there was no threats in to their assessment.

World Cup 2023: India's XI Stunners!

World Cup 2023: India's XI Stunners!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The collective brilliance of the Indian XI in the 2023 World Cup makes a compelling case for each player to be considered for inclusion in every World XI.

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Break Sachin's Record?

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Break Sachin's Record?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricket prodigy, is now eligible to play for India in senior international cricket, sparking comparisons to Sachin Tendulkar and raising questions about fast-tracking his career.

Ashwin praise for Gambhir: 'He puts team ahead of individuals'

Ashwin praise for Gambhir: 'He puts team ahead of individuals'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin opened up about his retirement, his relationship with Gautam Gambhir and culture within the Indian dressing room.

ICC unveil new rules for Women's World Cup

ICC unveil new rules for Women's World Cup

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Teams hit by COVID can field 9 players is one of the rules announced by the ICC on Thursday.

Pratika Rawal Calls for Increased Women's Test Matches

Pratika Rawal Calls for Increased Women's Test Matches

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Indian cricketer Pratika Rawal, fresh off her Test debut, is advocating for more women's Test matches, highlighting the format's importance for player development and character building.

World Cup blog: Bat-power rules in modern cricket

World Cup blog: Bat-power rules in modern cricket

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

A selection of musings from around the cricket World Cup.

India match boycott only to get Bangladesh respect: Pakistan

India match boycott only to get Bangladesh respect: Pakistan

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi said Pakistan's decision to boycott their T20 World Cup match against India was aimed solely at securing "respect" for Bangladesh.

Women's WC: McGrath hails 'world-class' Sutherland, Gardner

Women's WC: McGrath hails 'world-class' Sutherland, Gardner

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Stand-in-skipper Tahlia McGrath lauded "world-class" Annabel Sutherland and Ashleigh Gardner for bailing Australia out of early wobble and guiding them to a six-wicket win over England in the Women's World Cup match, in Indore, on Wednesday.

Rohit Sharma hopes India's trophy run won't stop

Rohit Sharma hopes India's trophy run won't stop

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Former India captain Rohit Sharma lauded the Indian men's and women's cricket teams for their recent World Cup victories, attributing their success to hard work and the momentum they have built. He expressed hope for continued success and acknowledged the contributions of those working behind the scenes.

USA stick with proven core for T20 WC

USA stick with proven core for T20 WC

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

USA name a largely unchanged squad for the T20 World Cup despite board suspension, retaining the core that beat Pakistan and reached the Super Eight last edition.

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Six-hitting sprees, hat-tricks: T20 World Cup thrills unfold

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Majestic cricket milestones mark T20 World Cup journey

Kohli's not satisfied with one, he deserves the World Cup medal: Yuvraj

Kohli's not satisfied with one, he deserves the World Cup medal: Yuvraj

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Former star India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh hailed batting talisman Virat Kohli as the "best batter of this generation" across all formats and outlined what makes the 35-year-old unique.

BCB appeals to BCCI to revive India tour and fix strained relations

BCB appeals to BCCI to revive India tour and fix strained relations

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is attempting to repair strained relations with the BCCI after pulling out of the T20 World Cup in India, seeking to revive India's white-ball tour in September.

Madurai Temple Hosts Special Pooja for India Ahead of T20 WC Final

Madurai Temple Hosts Special Pooja for India Ahead of T20 WC Final

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Devotees at Madurai's Sri Maha Periyava Temple offered special prayers and rituals seeking India's victory ahead of the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad.

T20 World Cup contingency plans top ICC agenda

T20 World Cup contingency plans top ICC agenda

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

The International Cricket Council (ICC) will on Thursday review contingency plans for this year's men's Twenty20 World Cup in Australia and discuss ways to re-start the sport once the coronavirus pandemic subsides, the governing body said on Monday. The global health crisis, which has forced travel and other restrictions in several countries, has halted professional cricket and jeopardises Twenty20 cricket's flagship event scheduled to begin on October 18 in Geelong.

World Cup impasse: ICC chairman Barclay, CEO Allardice to meet Sethi

World Cup impasse: ICC chairman Barclay, CEO Allardice to meet Sethi

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The ICC chairman Greg Barclay and CEO Geoff Allardice will be meeting PCB chairman Najam Sethi at board's Lahore headquarters to discuss the issues related to their participation in the ODI World Cup.

'Sachin Opens Again' at ICC World Cup

'Sachin Opens Again' at ICC World Cup

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar will make his debut as an on-air expert in the ICC ODI World Cup, starting Thursday, in the United Kingdom.

Ravi Shastri backs Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for India T20 debut

Ravi Shastri backs Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for India T20 debut

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri believes teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is ready for international cricket and has urged selectors to fast-track him into the national T20 setup.

Holland claims final World Cup place

Holland claims final World Cup place

Rediff.com12 Jul 2005

Holland claimed the final qualifying place at the 2007 World Cup beating UAE by 145 runs in the ICC Trophy fifth-place play-off.

Kohli and Jaiswal should open in T20 World Cup: Wasim Jaffer

Kohli and Jaiswal should open in T20 World Cup: Wasim Jaffer

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer said that Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal should open in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 for the Men in Blue side.

PHOTOS: Uniquely dressed fans add novelty to World Cup

PHOTOS: Uniquely dressed fans add novelty to World Cup

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

New Zealand's pulsating form in the Cricket World Cup is sparking a surge of ticket sales.

PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi invited for IPL 2026 final

PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi invited for IPL 2026 final

Rediff.com16 May 2026

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi has been invited to attend the ICC Board meeting and IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad, with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif expected to decide on the visit amid ongoing India-Pakistan tensions.

T20 WC Super 8s: Kettleborough Returns For Big India Game

T20 WC Super 8s: Kettleborough Returns For Big India Game

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

ICC have announced the list of officials for the Super 8s, starting with New Zealand-Pakistan duel in Group 2 on Saturday, February 21.

Lack Of Full Member Support Cost Us: Oman Captain

Lack Of Full Member Support Cost Us: Oman Captain

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Oman captain Jatinder Singh says lack of support from Full Member nations hurt preparations after winless T20 World Cup campaign.

Have Always Believed In Miracles: Sanju

Have Always Believed In Miracles: Sanju

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

'Thanking each and every one of you for all the prayers and wishes... Let the celebrations begin. Jai Hind.'

Hanumankind lights up Colombo ahead of India-Pak clash

Hanumankind lights up Colombo ahead of India-Pak clash

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

The atmosphere at the R Premadasa Stadium reached a fever pitch on Sunday evening as rapper Hanumankind delivered a high-energy performance ahead of the much-awaited India-Pakistan clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

Bangladesh skipping T20 WC in India is their loss: Azhar

Bangladesh skipping T20 WC in India is their loss: Azhar

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Former India captain Mohammad Azharuddin criticised Bangladesh' refusal to play T20 World Cup matches in India, calling the security concerns unfounded.

T20 WC: India will travel to Sri Lanka despite Pakistan boycott

T20 WC: India will travel to Sri Lanka despite Pakistan boycott

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Despite Pakistan deciding to boycott their group stage T20 World Cup clash against India on February 15, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) sources have said that that the Men in Blue will travel to Sri Lanka for the match as per ICC protocol and wait for the match referee to call off the match.

'Tendulkar's career would have been incomplete without World Cup'

'Tendulkar's career would have been incomplete without World Cup'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

Sachin Tendulkar's awe-inspiring career, which lasted more than two decades, would have been incomplete had he not been a part of the 2011 World Cup winning Indian cricket team, feels Pakistani pace legend Wasim Akram.

PIX: 'Queen' spotted celebrating England's World Cup win

PIX: 'Queen' spotted celebrating England's World Cup win

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

Fan dressed up as Queen Elizabeth was spotted with a replica trophy on Day 2 of the first Ashes Test

Early exit from 2007 World Cup among the worst moments of my career: Tendulkar

Early exit from 2007 World Cup among the worst moments of my career: Tendulkar

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

The Indian batting legend said the disappointment in the West Indies served as a boost to prove critics wrong four years later.

ICC defends Dharmasena's overthrow call during World Cup final

ICC defends Dharmasena's overthrow call during World Cup final

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

The International Cricket Council came out in defence of umpire Kumar Dharmasena for his controversial decision to award six overthrow runs, instead of five, to England during the World Cup final against New Zealand.

Want to bid for piece of World Cup history? Find out how...

Want to bid for piece of World Cup history? Find out how...

Rediff.com22 Mar 2015

The ICC is giving cricket fans across the world an opportunity to bid for an official piece of the 2015 World Cup history.

Australia deserved to win ODI World Cup final: Dravid

Australia deserved to win ODI World Cup final: Dravid

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Former India head coach Rahul Dravid on Wednesday said the support staff strived to carry the energetic "team atmosphere" from the ODI World Cup in 2023 to the T20 showpiece, and the approach helped the team to end a barren run in ICC tournaments.

After India's Defeat, Star Sports Withdraws 'Chokers' Ad

After India's Defeat, Star Sports Withdraws 'Chokers' Ad

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Star Sports withdraws its controversial 'cupcake' promo targeting South Africa after India's 76-run loss in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash.

Sachin Tendulkar at 53: Celebrations, records and legacy of a legend

Sachin Tendulkar at 53: Celebrations, records and legacy of a legend

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Sachin Tendulkar turns 53, celebrates his birthday with his 'Aai', and wife, Anjali, even as wishes pouring in from BCCI and ICC.

World Cup: 'Sometimes you've got to reach rock bottom to come back'

World Cup: 'Sometimes you've got to reach rock bottom to come back'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

West Indies Coach Daren Sammy remains positive that they will perform better in the upcoming Super Six stage matches to qualify for the ICC Men's World Cup.

How India is gearing up for ICC World Cup

How India is gearing up for ICC World Cup

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

India will play New Zealand and Bangladesh in their warm-up matches leading up to the ICC ODI World Cup starting May 30 in England.