News for 'ICC Test'

'Ignored for years': Siva alleges discrimination before exit

'Ignored for years': Siva alleges discrimination before exit

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Former Indian leg-spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has retired from the BCCI commentary panel, citing a lack of opportunities and expressing dissatisfaction with his role.

Is Bumrah Cricket's Messi-Ronaldo? Vaughan Thinks So

Is Bumrah Cricket's Messi-Ronaldo? Vaughan Thinks So

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Former England cricketers Alastair Cook and Michael Vaughan share differing opinions on Jasprit Bumrah, with Vaughan comparing the Indian pacer to football icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Sri Lanka climb, NZ plummet in latest ICC Test ranking

Sri Lanka climb, NZ plummet in latest ICC Test ranking

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

A dominant 2-0 series win over New Zealand has elevated Sri Lanka to the third position in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 standings.

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

T20 World Cup: Sundar Pichai Meets Childhood Hero Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Google CEO Sundar Pichai, an avid cricket fan, had a memorable fan boy moment as he carried the ICC T20 World Cup alongside his childhood idol Sunil Gavaskar.

Three T20 World Cup titles, total domination: India's T20 dynasty begins

Three T20 World Cup titles, total domination: India's T20 dynasty begins

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

India's recent T20 World Cup victory signals a new era of dominance in the format, driven by strategic gameplay, exceptional talent, and the financial power of the BCCI, while other teams struggle to compete.

Pakistan to tour Bangladesh for 3-match ODI series

Pakistan to tour Bangladesh for 3-match ODI series

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Pakistan will tour Bangladesh in March for a three-match ODI series in Dhaka as part of preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

U-19 World Cup: Confident India face stern England test in final

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India would bank on its swashbuckling batting line-up when it takes on a gritty England in what promises to be an evenly-matched final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup.

Khawaja retained for Sydney Test amid exit talk

Khawaja retained for Sydney Test amid exit talk

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Usman Khawaja picked as Australia announce squad for Sydney Test against England

'You Put Team Over Self': Fan's Moving Letter to Dravid Goes Viral

'You Put Team Over Self': Fan's Moving Letter to Dravid Goes Viral

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

A fan's heartfelt open letter praising 'The Wall' went viral on social media after former India captain Rahul Dravid received the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award on Sunday.

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Gary Kirsten to coach Sri Lanka until 2028

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Gary Kirsten, the former India World Cup-winning coach, has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, aiming to strengthen the national side for major global events, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.

SA Not Fixated On Individuals Ahead Of India Super 8 Test

SA Not Fixated On Individuals Ahead Of India Super 8 Test

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

South Africa say Ahmedabad familiarity and recent India series help preparation for T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash.

'Best white-ball team': Cricket greats salute India's T20 WC title win

'Best white-ball team': Cricket greats salute India's T20 WC title win

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The cricketing world hailed India after their dominant 96-run win over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final, with legends praising the team's power-packed batting and Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance.

IPL 2026, PBKS vs GT Preview: Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer eye redemption in high-voltage clash

IPL 2026, PBKS vs GT Preview: Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer eye redemption in high-voltage clash

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer who have often been overlooked in the T20 format, will captain Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings respectively with both eager to make a statement.

Pujara: IPL 2026 perfect for Gill to showcase 150+ strike rate

Pujara: IPL 2026 perfect for Gill to showcase 150+ strike rate

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara says Shubman Gill can use his T20 World Cup snub as motivation and regain India's T20 spot with a strong IPL 2026.

2025 Best Test XI: Gill, Rahul, Bumrah In

2025 Best Test XI: Gill, Rahul, Bumrah In

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Temba Bavuma, who led South Africa to their maiden ICC World Test Championship title and a historic 2-0 series sweep in India, also made the cut, while four Australian players were included.

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

T20 World Cup: No handshake? SA captain says it's bad for cricket

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Temba Bavuma discusses the no-handshake policy in India-Pakistan cricket, South Africa's T20 World Cup chances, and Indian batters' struggles against spin.

India Coach Gautam Gambhir Dedicates T20 World Cup Victory To These Two Greats

India Coach Gautam Gambhir Dedicates T20 World Cup Victory To These Two Greats

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Head coach Gautam Gambhir dedicated India's T20 World Cup victory to Rahul Dravid and V V S Laxman.

ICC T20 WC: Brook, SKY warn bowlers: 300+ totals coming soon

ICC T20 WC: Brook, SKY warn bowlers: 300+ totals coming soon

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

T20 World Cup 2026 could turn into a batter's paradise, as small grounds, flat pitches and fearless hitting bring the once-unthinkable 300-run mark within reach, leaving captains bracing their bowlers for a tough ride

Jaiswal, Siraj gain in ICC Test rankings

Jaiswal, Siraj gain in ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

New Zealand batter Kane Williamson remains at the top of the list with 883 rating points.

How Gambhir's bold moves made India T20 champs again

How Gambhir's bold moves made India T20 champs again

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

An analysis of Gautam Gambhir's coaching style, highlighting his conviction, support for players, and success in white-ball cricket, while also addressing his polarising nature and the challenges he faces in longer formats.

No truth to Laxman replacing Gambhir as Test coach: BCCI

No truth to Laxman replacing Gambhir as Test coach: BCCI

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has denied speculation that the Board has approached batting great V V S Laxman to take over as Team India's Test coach and replace Gautam Gambhir.

ICC Test Rankings: New high for Jaiswal; Bumrah maintains hold on top spot

ICC Test Rankings: New high for Jaiswal; Bumrah maintains hold on top spot

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who entered the elite 500 Test wicket club at Rajkot, climbed a rung to the second position behind pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah.

Pant lone Indian in ICC Test team of 2022

Pant lone Indian in ICC Test team of 2022

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Iyer, Siraj in ODI Team of 2022

Kohli back in top 10 of ICC Test rankings

Kohli back in top 10 of ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Virat Kohli advanced four slots to ninth position after scores of 38 and 76 in the first Test against South Africa.

Will India, Pakistan players shake hands? What Salman said...

Will India, Pakistan players shake hands? What Salman said...

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha is non-committal about shaking hands with India before their T20 World Cup match, emphasizing the spirit of the game.

ICC's two-tier WTC model gets a thumbs down

ICC's two-tier WTC model gets a thumbs down

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Two-tier Test system unlikely to take off; ICC eyes revival of ODI Super League

T20 World Cup Final: 5 Match Ups To Watch Out For

T20 World Cup Final: 5 Match Ups To Watch Out For

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A preview of the key player battles that could determine the outcome of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand, highlighting individual matchups and their potential impact on the game.

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Let this J&K story inspire Generations'

Ranji Trophy Final: 'Let this J&K story inspire Generations'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

ICC Chairman Jay Shah and Indian cricket legends celebrate Jammu and Kashmir's first-ever Ranji Trophy title, highlighting its significance for inspiring future generations in the region.

Siraj soars to career-best ICC ranking

Siraj soars to career-best ICC ranking

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Siraj has attained a career-best 15th position in the latest ICC Test rankings

'Dar displeased with unrestrained power enjoyed by coach Hesson'

'Dar displeased with unrestrained power enjoyed by coach Hesson'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Aleem Dar, a senior member of the Pakistan Cricket Board's selection committee, has resigned following the national team's disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup, citing disagreements over team selection and the head coach's influence.

Zimbabwe's World Cup Hopes Hit as Brendan Taylor Ruled Out

Zimbabwe's World Cup Hopes Hit as Brendan Taylor Ruled Out

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Zimbabwe suffer a major setback as Brendan Taylor is ruled out of the T20 World Cup with a hamstring injury; Ben Curran approved as replacement by ICC.

Suryakumar Yadav touches new milestone

Suryakumar Yadav touches new milestone

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav crossed 4,000 international runs during the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash against Zimbabwe, continuing his stellar run in the shortest format.

T20 World Cup semifinal: New Zealand and South Africa in the same boat, says Santner

T20 World Cup semifinal: New Zealand and South Africa in the same boat, says Santner

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner believes his team is on equal footing with South Africa ahead of their T20 World Cup semifinal match. Santner acknowledges South Africa's strength but emphasises the importance of adapting to conditions and executing plans effectively in the crucial knockout game.

Windies pacer protests ICC fine for throw at Jaiswal

Windies pacer protests ICC fine for throw at Jaiswal

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Seales contested the sanction proposed by match referee Andy Pycroft, so a formal hearing was required.

T20 World Cup: The untold story of young Jasprit Bumrah

T20 World Cup: The untold story of young Jasprit Bumrah

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Former India A skipper Priyank Panchal shares anecdotes about Jasprit Bumrah's early cricket career, highlighting his talent and dedication from a young age.

T20 WC: Recuperating Abhishek sidelined for Namibia game

T20 WC: Recuperating Abhishek sidelined for Namibia game

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Abhishek Sharma was ruled out of India's 2nd T20 World Cup group match after recovering from illness, with the BCCI medical team continuing to monitor his condition.

Kohli rises to No. 4 in ICC ODI rankings; Rohit top

Kohli rises to No. 4 in ICC ODI rankings; Rohit top

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli moved up to No. 4 in the latest ICC rankings with a match-winning hundred against South Africa in the first ODI at Ranchi boosting his ascend.

Pratika Rawal back in India women's squad for Australia ODIs

Pratika Rawal back in India women's squad for Australia ODIs

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Batter Pratika Rawal has been added to India's women's cricket squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia, marking her return after recovering from an ankle injury sustained during the World Cup.

Morkel Vs Morkel: Brothers In Rival Dugouts At T20 WC

Morkel Vs Morkel: Brothers In Rival Dugouts At T20 WC

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Albie and Morne Morkel find themselves in rival dugouts as South Africa face India in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash.

T20 WC: Markram Hails South Africa's Team Depth

T20 WC: Markram Hails South Africa's Team Depth

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Aiden Markram praised South Africa's bowlers and fielders after a five-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup Super 8s. The unbeaten Proteas now gear up for a semifinal clash against New Zealand in Kolkata.