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Red-faced Ashraf does damage control; hails India's 'fantastic' reception

Red-faced Ashraf does damage control; hails India's 'fantastic' reception

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

PCB supremo Zaka Ashraf in his desperate bid to do damage control after indirectly terming India "enemy nation", hailed the warm reception that was accorded to the Pakistani team.

ICC awaits Pawar's response on WC tickets fiasco

ICC awaits Pawar's response on WC tickets fiasco

Rediff.com24 Feb 2011

ICC Head of Media and Communications Colin Gibson on Thursday said that the governing body is awaiting a response from its president Sharad Pawar regarding the controversy involving sale and distribution of tickets for the World Cup final.

Srinivasan set for BCCI probe; might be ousted from ICC

Srinivasan set for BCCI probe; might be ousted from ICC

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Anurag Thakur on Monday hinted at initiating a probe against former chief Narayanswami Srinivasan in order to pave the way for his ouster as chairman of the International Cricket Council.

India seek inspiration from 2021 tour in crucial Australia WC clash

India seek inspiration from 2021 tour in crucial Australia WC clash

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

Star batter Smriti Mandhana says India will be looking to draw motivation from the team's performance on the 2021 tour of Australia in the crucial Women's ODI World Cup match in Auckland on Saturday.

Zampa wants to be involved in sponsorship conversations

Zampa wants to be involved in sponsorship conversations

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Australia's Adam Zampa says sports should work with players on ethical sponsorships

No agreement with BCCI on ICC revamp: Cricket South Africa

No agreement with BCCI on ICC revamp: Cricket South Africa

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

Cricket South Africa president Chris Nenzani denied reports that his Board has reached an agreement with the BCCI on the controversial ICC revamp proposals in lieu of reinstatement of their CEO Haroon Lorgat into mainstream administration.

New Zealand confident the ICC revamp will give them financial boost

New Zealand confident the ICC revamp will give them financial boost

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

Satisfied with the deal being offered to it -- in the proposal to radically alter ICC's power equations in favour of India, England and Australia -- New Zealand Cricket has defended the BCCI's role in the revamp plan.

Ramiz Raja happy with his team despite loss to India

Ramiz Raja happy with his team despite loss to India

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

"A classic! You win some, you lose some and as we all know this game can be cruel and unfair .#TeamPakistan couldn't have given more with bat and ball. Very proud of the effort!," tweeted Raja.

Virat Kohli hits 50M followers on Twitter

Virat Kohli hits 50M followers on Twitter

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

Kohli enjoys popularity in all the platforms of social media

Post-World Cup defeat, Dravid keeps mum on future

Post-World Cup defeat, Dravid keeps mum on future

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Rahul Dravid needs time to reflect on his future with the national team even as his his two-year contract ended on Sunday.

ICC proposes changes in ODI format

ICC proposes changes in ODI format

Rediff.com4 Feb 2005

The proposed changes are regarding rotating the 15-over fielding restrictions and a 'double-play' - when two batsmen may be dismissed from a single ball.

South Africa rely on intel from De Kock on Wankhede's ways

South Africa rely on intel from De Kock on Wankhede's ways

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

'His experience is immense. In our batting chat today (Friday), we basically listened to him. He gave the batting chat as to what the conditions are like, what to expect.'

SA seek to shed 'chokers' tag in high-stakes clash vs India

SA seek to shed 'chokers' tag in high-stakes clash vs India

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

South Africa are on a four-match winning streak as they face Rohit Sharma's unbeaten side in a top-of-the-table clash at the Eden Gardens

India is intent on a global takeover of cricket: Kiwi media

India is intent on a global takeover of cricket: Kiwi media

Rediff.com8 Dec 2013

The Kiwi media has said that a greedy India with regard to the menace of match-fixing is the real enemy of the sport of cricket and slumdog billionaires are ruining the show.

Ramiz Raja SACKED As PCB Chief?

Ramiz Raja SACKED As PCB Chief?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

Ramiz's sacking comes after Babar Azam's team lost the home series against England 3-0, which hit Pakistan's chances of reaching next year's ICC World Test Championship final.

Women's World Cup Qualifier: India thrash Thailand

Women's World Cup Qualifier: India thrash Thailand

Rediff.com8 Feb 2017

India shot out Thailand for a paltry 55 before cantering to a nine wicket-win in their second match of the ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier, in Colombo, on Wednesday.

ICC Cricket Committee urges members to try out Day/Night Tests

ICC Cricket Committee urges members to try out Day/Night Tests

Rediff.com18 May 2015

The ICC Cricket Committee has recommended the Test Playing nations to try out Day/Night Test matches after a lengthy discussion during its recent two-day meeting that concluded on Saturday.

India on third position, not second: ICC

India on third position, not second: ICC

Rediff.com13 Jan 2008

The International Cricket Council on Sunday issued a correction in Test Championship table, saying the India cricket team occupies the third spot and not the second, as was announced earlier.

Smith BANNED by ICC amid ball-tampering probe

Smith BANNED by ICC amid ball-tampering probe

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

Steve Smith stepped down as Australia captain on Sunday and has been suspended for one Test by the International Cricket Council amid stunning ball-tampering revelations that have plunged the test team into crisis.

India vs WI: Trinidad Board faces ICC action over washed out Test

India vs WI: Trinidad Board faces ICC action over washed out Test

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

The Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board has launched an investigation after only 22 overs could be played over five days in the fourth and final Test between West Indies and India at the Queen's Park Oval due to a soggy outfield.

ICC probes Hong Kong team, confident of clean World T20

ICC probes Hong Kong team, confident of clean World T20

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

Cricket's world governing body, the International Cricket Council (ICC), said on Monday that its anti-corruption unit was probing the Hong Kong team but ruled out any match-fixing angle to its investigation.

After Kohli ball-shining row, Cook seeks clarity from ICC on practice

After Kohli ball-shining row, Cook seeks clarity from ICC on practice

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

The age-old practice of shining the cricket ball has become a "grey area" and the game's governing body must provide clarity to end the prevailing confusion, England captain Alastair Cook said on Friday.

IPL to get extended 10-week window, says Jay Shah

IPL to get extended 10-week window, says Jay Shah

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Jay Shah also said that there are no immediate plans to add more franchises to the 10-team competition and that any future additions must not dilute the quality of the product.

How Bumrah's break might skyrocket his WC performance

How Bumrah's break might skyrocket his WC performance

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Glenn McGrath says layoff will help Jasprit Bumrah return fresh to international cricket

Ashwin tries to defuse tension between media and cricketers

Ashwin tries to defuse tension between media and cricketers

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Amid the furore generated by Virat Kohli's abusive behaviour with an Indian journalist, off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin tried to defuse the tension.

ICC chief Speed predicts WC logistical problems

ICC chief Speed predicts WC logistical problems

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

"There will be logistical problems, everyone knows that," Speed told Reuters.

All of us are hindsight kings, it doesn't work here: Ashwin backs management

All of us are hindsight kings, it doesn't work here: Ashwin backs management

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The decision to rest Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the last two ODIs against West Indies has drawn a lot of flak, but Ravichandran Ashwin defended the team management's call saying critics were finding fault for the sake of it.

World Cup's Uncertain Fate: Schedule and Venues Still Under Wraps

World Cup's Uncertain Fate: Schedule and Venues Still Under Wraps

Rediff.com11 May 2023

While the lack of information, which is unusual for a major sporting event, might be annoying for fans planning to travel to India

Rohit, Virat cheer for Mithali and Co ahead of Pakistan tie

Rohit, Virat cheer for Mithali and Co ahead of Pakistan tie

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Rohit Sharma posted the Star Sports campaign video #HamaraBlueBandhan on his Instagram Reels.

ICC plea for stay on use of WC logo rejected

ICC plea for stay on use of WC logo rejected

Rediff.com4 Dec 2002

The Delhi high court dismissed an interim application seeking to restrain Britannia Industries from using the logo, mark and mascot of the 2003 World Cup in its promotional campaigns.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

If India does not come for Asia Cup, Pakistan will not go for 2023 WC: Ramiz

If India does not come for Asia Cup, Pakistan will not go for 2023 WC: Ramiz

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

After Shah's statement about holding Asia Cup at a neutral venue, PCB issued a statement saying, "The overall impact of such statements has the potential to split the Asian and international cricketing communities and can impact Pakistan's visit to India for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 and future ICC Events in India in the 2024-2031 cycle."

Sydney Test: ICC's anti-corruption body finds no evidence of match-fixing

Sydney Test: ICC's anti-corruption body finds no evidence of match-fixing

Rediff.com25 May 2010

The ICC has stopped investigating the Australia-Pakistan Sydney Test after finding no evidence of match-fixing, a Cricket Australia spokesman said.

ICC, BCCI pay rich tribute to Richie Benaud

ICC, BCCI pay rich tribute to Richie Benaud

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

The International Cricket Council paid rich tribute to former Australia captain and broadcasting legend Richie Benaud, who passed away at the age of 84 following a prolonged illness.

'If India doesn't want to play us in ICC events, we should get the match points'

'If India doesn't want to play us in ICC events, we should get the match points'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

'I told the ICC members that we had been suffering huge losses since the last nine years cause India was just not ready to play with us as per the bilateral calendar'

Injured Anderson out of 2nd Ashes Test

Injured Anderson out of 2nd Ashes Test

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

England's gamble to include Anderson in the 1st Ashes Test soon after he had torn his right calf muscle, forcing him to miss the one-off Ireland Test, backfired spectacularly.

BCCI-PCB back on collision course! Ashraf rejects 'hybrid model'

BCCI-PCB back on collision course! Ashraf rejects 'hybrid model'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

The likely new chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Zaka Ashraf has rejected his predecessor Najam Sethi's much-publicised "hybrid model" for the upcoming Asia Cup.

Women's Premier League to be held from March 4-26 in Mumbai

Women's Premier League to be held from March 4-26 in Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

The start date of March 4 means that WPL will start eight days after the conclusion of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup

ICC hails new ODI rules as 'good success, overall'

ICC hails new ODI rules as 'good success, overall'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

The new ODI rules may have demoralised bowlers during the recent India-Australia seven-match series, which saw 300-plus scores being comfortably chased down by both teams. However, the ICC hailed the rule change on Tuesday, as "good success, overall".

CA likely to dump Howard's candidacy for ICC post

CA likely to dump Howard's candidacy for ICC post

Rediff.com27 Jul 2010

Cricket Australia is likely to drop John Howard as its candidate for the International Cricket Council's president-elect post on Friday, a media report said.

Amir could become ICC informant to escape life ban

Amir could become ICC informant to escape life ban

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

Pakistan's teenage pacer Mohammad Amir, who is implicated in the spot-fixing scandal that has shaken world cricket, could become an informant for the ICC and reveal "dodgy betting identities that corrupted him" to escape a life ban, a media report in Melbourne said on Tuesday.