News for 'ICC World XI'

Dhoni set the template that Kohli carried forward: Vijay

Dhoni set the template that Kohli carried forward: Vijay

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'Indian cricket is on an upward curve, definitely, other teams have to catch up with us and (the Champions Trophy) final is going to be crucial.'

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

DK: IPL's Unsung Thala!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Dinesh Karthik may have spent his career in M S Dhoni's shadow, but his contributions to Indian cricket, especially in the IPL, deserve a legacy all his own, asserts Sudhir Bisht.

Konstas heads home but not out of Test team's plans

Konstas heads home but not out of Test team's plans

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Konstas heads home but not out of Test team's plans

Chahal Or Kuldeep: Who Should India Pick?

Chahal Or Kuldeep: Who Should India Pick?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Although Manjrekar believes that Chahal will likely be chosen for the World Cup, he personally favours Kuldeep in the 50 overs format.

Kohli, Suryakumar in T20 World Cup Dream XI

Kohli, Suryakumar in T20 World Cup Dream XI

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

India's Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav were named in the Most Valuable Team of ICC T20 World Cup 2022.

WTC final: Why India will persist with playing XI despite rain

WTC final: Why India will persist with playing XI despite rain

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

India's fielding coach Ramakrishnan Sridhar ruled out the possibility of a change in the playing XI after the opening day of the ICC World Test Championship final against New Zealand was washed out.

India vs Australia: Key head-to-head battles to watch out for

India vs Australia: Key head-to-head battles to watch out for

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

The stage is set for another blockbuster India vs Australia ICC final. The two powerhouses of cricket are chasing a historic win on Sunday.

When will Hardik Pandya return to the playing XI?

When will Hardik Pandya return to the playing XI?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

'Update on Hardik Pandya in couple of days'

Afridi calls for Pakistan shake-up after poor showing

Afridi calls for Pakistan shake-up after poor showing

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Former captain Shahid Afridi has proposed couple of changes to the Pakistan playing eleven following the dramatic loss to India in the T20 World Cup

Laxman happy to be selected

Laxman happy to be selected

Rediff.com10 May 2005

An elated VVS Laxman is confident of making it to the final XI of the World team.

Pakistan says no to alcohol logos

Pakistan says no to alcohol logos

Rediff.com17 Jul 2005

Pakistan cricket authorities said their players would not display logos of a whisky brand sponsor in the Super Series matches

Team India powerless during batting powerplay

Team India powerless during batting powerplay

Rediff.com23 Mar 2011

While batting powerplay is a period for the batting side to up the scoring rate and take advantage of the field restrictions, the Indian team seems to have completely misunderstood the meaning of the same in this World Cup, says Bikash Mohapatra.

Two Spinners And An X-Factor In My XI

Two Spinners And An X-Factor In My XI

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The sound and fury of World Cup 2023 has ended, and Norma Astrid Godinho picks her World Cup XI.

A case for V V S Laxman

A case for V V S Laxman

Rediff.com28 Jun 2005

Can Kohli, Rohit rediscover form in England ODIs?

Can Kohli, Rohit rediscover form in England ODIs?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

India is facing form concerns and selection dilemmas as they enter the final phase of their Champions Trophy preparations.

Rahul Dravid in figures

Rahul Dravid in figures

Rediff.com17 Mar 2006

Murali fit for charity match

Murali fit for charity match

Rediff.com7 Jan 2005

Sri Lanka off spinner Muttiah Muralitharan has passed himself fit to participate in the fundraising match for tsunami victims.

Champions Trophy: Why selectors refused to risk an 'unfit' Bumrah

Champions Trophy: Why selectors refused to risk an 'unfit' Bumrah

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'The stakes are too high and it would have been a complete embarrassment had Bumrah broken down in a match.'

Who Will You Pick For Kolkata T20I?

Who Will You Pick For Kolkata T20I?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Eden Gardens will host the first game of the five match T20I series between India and England on Wednesday.

Kohli surpasses Dravid's run record!

Kohli surpasses Dravid's run record!

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Virat Kohli surpassed Rahul Dravid to become the second highest run-scorer for India in international cricket.

Rahane's message to Jaiswal ahead of opening Test

Rahane's message to Jaiswal ahead of opening Test

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

'It's all about, I think, going out in the middle and playing your game, playing with freedom. That is very important. I'm really happy for him.

Why is Travis Head ruling himself out of the Test opener role?

Why is Travis Head ruling himself out of the Test opener role?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Australia's star batter Travis Head believes opening the batting in Test cricket is a "specialist job" and has ruled himself out of contention to replace veteran David Warner.

Gabba Test: What Changes Will India Make?

Gabba Test: What Changes Will India Make?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the third Test against Australia in Brisbane?

Respect, but no fear: Lyon on facing Indian superstars

Respect, but no fear: Lyon on facing Indian superstars

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

'We have nothing but respect for every Indian cricketer who takes the field on Friday'

The new trio that can lead India's World Cup charge

The new trio that can lead India's World Cup charge

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Sourav Ganguly backs Tilak Varma to be India's No 4 if Shreyas Iyer unavailable

Mohammad Amir feels blessed. Here's why...

Mohammad Amir feels blessed. Here's why...

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

Pakistan's pacer Mohammad Amir and wife Narjis, on Tuesday, were blessed with a baby girl.

McSweeney in fray but Head could open in Sri Lanka

McSweeney in fray but Head could open in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Australia announced a 16-member squad on Thursday with several fresh faces added to the group that played India in the fifth and final Test at Sydney last week. Australia won the marquee series 3-1.

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

When Cricket Legends Walked Away Without A Roar

Rediff.com15 May 2025

While Sachin Tendulkar's 2013 farewell became a national pilgrimage, a vibrant celebration befitting a cricketing deity, the exits of many other Indian icons this century have been quieter journeys into the twilight.

India to host SA for multi-format series from June 16

India to host SA for multi-format series from June 16

Rediff.com14 May 2024

It may be recalled that India had played a Test each against England and Australia at Mumbai in December last year, winning them by 347 runs and eight wickets respectively.

Pant or DK in India's Playing XI? Ponting picks his man

Pant or DK in India's Playing XI? Ponting picks his man

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

Elaborating on their abilities, the Australian legend added: "Rishabh in the middle order and Dinesh as a finisher, they look extremely dangerous to me."

Cricket Buzz: Make daily sports period mandatory, says Tendulkar

Cricket Buzz: Make daily sports period mandatory, says Tendulkar

Rediff.com7 May 2018

The board has formulated new sports guidelines for schools mandating them to have a daily sports period for class 9 to 12 so as to prevent students from having a sedentary lifestyle and turning into couch potatoes.

Massive blow for Australia ahead of England match

Massive blow for Australia ahead of England match

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

The Australians had been relaxing by playing golf in the city during a week-long break between games. No one else was hurt in the incident.

Super Series: Australia team stats

Super Series: Australia team stats

Rediff.com4 Oct 2005

With World Cups coming up, Ellis to put all eggs in white-ball basket

With World Cups coming up, Ellis to put all "eggs in white-ball basket"

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Australia's fast bowling sensation Nathan Ellis to focus on white-ball cricket ahead of the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 and ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024.

Can This India Team Beat Australia???

Can This India Team Beat Australia???

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

India's batting is a major concern with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli struggling for runs ahead of the tour of Australia.

ICC takes diplomatic stance on Indo-Pak series

ICC takes diplomatic stance on Indo-Pak series

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

The International Cricket Council Chief Executive (CEO) Dave Richardson has made it clear that the sport's governing body cannot force India to play bilateral matches with Pakistan.

Should India retain the same playing XI for World T20?

Should India retain the same playing XI for World T20?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

Yes, thinks former India captain Sunil Gavaskar.

Ponting keen to prove Australia are best

Ponting keen to prove Australia are best

Rediff.com28 Sep 2005

The Australian captain is looking to make up for the Ashes loss in the Test and one-dayers against an ICC World XI.

Taskin blames team selection, not oversleeping, for missing India tie

Taskin blames team selection, not oversleeping, for missing India tie

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Taskin was dropped from T20 WC match against India after missing team bus, pacer denies