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Australia unfazed by rushed build-up ahead of Pakistan T20Is

Australia unfazed by rushed build-up ahead of Pakistan T20Is

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Australia captain Mitchell Marsh said the team is ready for the Pakistan T20I series despite a short, interrupted build-up, calling the tour vital preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Shikhar Dhawan Begins New Innings, Gets Engaged

Shikhar Dhawan Begins New Innings, Gets Engaged

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

The 39-year-old shared the news on social media on Monday, posting a picture from the intimate ceremony along with a heartfelt message that reflected both gratitude and optimism.

T20 World Cup: Varun or Kuldeep? SKY faces spin selection headache

T20 World Cup: Varun or Kuldeep? SKY faces spin selection headache

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Skipper Suryakumar Yadav says India will consider playing two spinners in the T20 World Cup if the situation demands, highlighting the team's strong spin bowling options and flexible batting lineup.

PCB mulls over playing India at T20 WC after Sri Lanka request

PCB mulls over playing India at T20 WC after Sri Lanka request

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board is expected to consult its government regarding Sri Lanka's request to reconsider the boycott of the T20 World Cup match against India, a decision that could impact the tournament's finances and image.

Five Indian women nominated for 2025 BBC sports awards

Five Indian women nominated for 2025 BBC sports awards

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Harmanpreet Singh, Smriti Mandhana, Divya Deshmukh among five Indian stars nominated for BBC awards

'Bindra Brought Money Into Indian Cricket'

'Bindra Brought Money Into Indian Cricket'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

'Mr Bindra stressed the importance of marketing the game which helped Indian cricket massively. Not only have state associations become self sufficient but the cricketers have also benefitted greatly.'

Bangladesh Players Were Ready To Play In India, But...

Bangladesh Players Were Ready To Play In India, But...

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Bangladesh's players were keen on travelling to India to play in the upcoming T20 World Cup but they had little say during their meeting with Sports Advisor Asif Nazrul on Thursday.

Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Cricket World Cup's Biggest Controversies!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

A look at some of the major controversies in past World Cups.

Harmanpreet and Co look to end ICC title drought

Harmanpreet and Co look to end ICC title drought

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Yuvraj, Mithali give pointers for Indian women's at the Trophy unveiling ceremony in Mumbai on Monday. The ICC Women's World Cup commences on September 30.

World Cup: SA's Gen-Next chase T20 glory after 2024 heartbreak

World Cup: SA's Gen-Next chase T20 glory after 2024 heartbreak

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A struggling, but promising South African unit will be aiming to avenge the heartbreak of 2024 by securing the grandest prize in T20I cricket on Indian soil, with the Proteas' 'Gen-Next' of Dewald Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs and Kwena Maphaka in the spotlight.

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".

Gardner credits Australia's depth for match-winning World Cup ton

Gardner credits Australia's depth for match-winning World Cup ton

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Ashleigh Gardner hailed Australia's strength in depth as key to giving her the freedom to score her match-winning century against New Zealand in the women's World Cup match in Indore on Wednesday.

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka urges Pakistan to rethink India match boycott

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka urges Pakistan to rethink India match boycott

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Citing heavy losses all around, SLC urges PCB to reconsider boycott of Indo-Pak fixture

Kohli, Rohit's Unique Felicitation Goes Viral

Kohli, Rohit's Unique Felicitation Goes Viral

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Indian cricket greats Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were felicitated by the Baroda Cricket Association during the first ODI against New Zealand at the Kotambi Stadium on Sunday, in what turned into one of the most talked-about moments of the match.

Inspired by Warne, Manenti Stars in Italy's Historic Victory

Inspired by Warne, Manenti Stars in Italy's Historic Victory

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Ben Manenti credited Shane Warne as his childhood hero after returning 2 for 9 to help Italy secure their maiden T20 World Cup win over Nepal.

What worries India heading into T20 World Cup Super 8s...

What worries India heading into T20 World Cup Super 8s...

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

India's assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate highlights the team's challenges against finger spin and the predictability of their left-handed top order as they prepare for the T20 World Cup Super 8s.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan players book flight tickets for Colombo

T20 World Cup: Pakistan players book flight tickets for Colombo

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Pakistan's players are scheduled to fly to Colombo on Monday despite uncertainty over their participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Can Brook silence noise in England's opener?

T20 World Cup: Can Brook silence noise in England's opener?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

England faces Nepal in their T20 World Cup opener, hoping to shift focus from off-field issues surrounding captain Harry Brook. Nepal aims to make an impact after a strong showing in the previous edition.

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Gambhir safe as coach? BCCI sends clear message

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla said that head coach Gautam Gambhir has a firm grip on the team and is popular among the players.

India penalised for slow over-rate in second ODI vs SA

India penalised for slow over-rate in second ODI vs SA

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

India have been fined 10 per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate against South Africa in the second ODI in Raipur.

Pakistan U-19 groove to Dhurandhar song after beating India

Pakistan U-19 groove to Dhurandhar song after beating India

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

The Pakistan Under-19 team celebrated their dominant 191-run victory over India in the Under-19 Asia Cup final in Dubai by dancing to the viral 'FA9LA' track from the blockbuster Dhurandhar.

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

From the USA to UAE, Canada to Italy, Indian-origin cricketers will represent associate nations at the T20 World Cup. Meet the Desis chasing global glory at a home away from home.

No bilateral ties but India to meet Pakistan in ICC/ACC

No bilateral ties but India to meet Pakistan in ICC/ACC

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal spoke on the BCCI finally having started the "ball rolling" as far as finding a new lead sponsor for Team India is concerned

Ashes rivalry? Head wants a beer with England mates

Ashes rivalry? Head wants a beer with England mates

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Opening batsman Travis Head hopes Australia and England will share a drink after the Ashes winds up in Sydney to revive a tradition that fell by the wayside after the 2023 series.

ICC updates concussion protocols, to trial new wide-ball rule

ICC updates concussion protocols, to trial new wide-ball rule

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

The ICC said two new rules will be trialled by full members for a period of six months starting from October 2025. It includes a new wide-ball rule for ODIs and T20Is

Usman Khawaja Batted For Integrity On And Off The Field

Usman Khawaja Batted For Integrity On And Off The Field

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

'In choosing to be fully himself, even when it was uncomfortable, Usman Khawaja expanded the meaning of representation and conscience in Australian sport,' notes Asif Ullah Khan.

Why Ganguly feels India are favourites to win T20 WC

Why Ganguly feels India are favourites to win T20 WC

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

India has a strong spin attack, my favourite team in T20 WC: Ganguly

Inderjit Singh Bindra: Architect of Modern Indian Cricket

Inderjit Singh Bindra: Architect of Modern Indian Cricket

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

As he is laid to rest, Indian cricket bids farewell to one of its greatest administrators -- a visionary who understood that breaking monopolies and building stadiums were about the same thing: Giving millions of cricket-loving Indians the infrastructure worthy of their passion.

'Will cherish double century at Birmingham forever'

'Will cherish double century at Birmingham forever'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill was inspirational both as a batter and skipper, as he led from the front with four hundreds amassing 754 runs in the five-match Test series in England.

'Indian agent' tag on Tamim divides Bangladesh cricket

'Indian agent' tag on Tamim divides Bangladesh cricket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

A senior Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official has found himself at the centre of a major controversy after branding former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal an 'Indian agent', triggering widespread backlash across the country's cricketing fraternity.

Injuries, isolation and Bumrah's advice fuel Shreyanka arc

Injuries, isolation and Bumrah's advice fuel Shreyanka arc

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Speaking to select media ahead of the Women's Premier League, Shreyanka spoke at length about dealing with back-to-back injuries.

Will Gill make the cut as India set to name T20 WC squad?

Will Gill make the cut as India set to name T20 WC squad?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

With India set to name their T20 World Cup 2026 squad on Saturday in Mumbai, the spotlight has firmly shifted to Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav, whose recent struggles have turned the selection meeting into a high-stakes call.

Pak Board Defends Filming Meeting With Pycroft

Pak Board Defends Filming Meeting With Pycroft

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday defended its media manager filming a meeting between match referee Andy Pycroft and team officials ahead of their Asia Cup game against the UAE, maintaining that the action was within ICC protocols.

Mandhana Still World No 1 In ODIs!

Mandhana Still World No 1 In ODIs!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Smriti Mandhana achieved a career-best rating of 828 in the ICC Women's ODI Rankings for Batters.

No Handshake Again as India, Pakistan U-19s Face Off

No Handshake Again as India, Pakistan U-19s Face Off

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

India had entered the tournament on a high, demolishing the UAE by 234 runs in their opening match, powered by a Suryavanshi century.

India's World Cup Queens Shine at Rashtrapati Bhavan

India's World Cup Queens Shine at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

President Droupadi Murmu met the World Cup-winning Indian women's cricket team at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Thursday, where skipper Harmanpreet Kaur presented her a team jersey signed by all the players.

'This win will change women's cricket forever'

'This win will change women's cricket forever'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis hailed India's ICC Women's World Cup 2025 victory, calling it a historic moment for the nation and praising the team for "bringing the World Cup home."

Why 2025 Became a Defining Year for Women's Sport

Why 2025 Became a Defining Year for Women's Sport

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

A deafening roar at Twickenham capped a 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup that smashed attendance records, while India's first Women's Cricket World Cup triumph sparked nationwide celebrations.

Pakistan miffed with ICC over trophy ceremony snub

Pakistan miffed with ICC over trophy ceremony snub

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board is set to register its protest with the ICC for ignoring its CEO during the trophy ceremony in Dubai on Sunday.

Gavaskar's Warning For World Champions

Gavaskar's Warning For World Champions

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Sunil Gavaskar, who was part of India's first World Cup triumph in 1983, said the players must not get disappointed if some 'shameless' brands and individuals use the victory to get free publicity.