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Can Yuvraj make 'meaningful contribution' in Champions Trophy?

Can Yuvraj make 'meaningful contribution' in Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com10 May 2017

Yuvraj Singh is hopeful that he can make a 'meaningful contribution' in India's Champions Trophy title defence during the June 1-18 marquee event in England.

Asia Cup conundrum: BCCI denies claims of agreeing to PCB's model

Asia Cup conundrum: BCCI denies claims of agreeing to PCB's model

Rediff.com27 May 2023

BCCI denied the claims that BCCI has agreed to Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) hybrid model for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023, said sources.

Should Pakistan be banned from Cricket World Cup?

Should Pakistan be banned from Cricket World Cup?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

A top BCCI source said even if a note is sent and the ICC agrees to put it out in front of member boards for a vote, India is unlikely to find any support from other nations.

T20 WC: Umpire Gough gets 6-day ban for bubble breach

T20 WC: Umpire Gough gets 6-day ban for bubble breach

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

English umpire Michael Gough was due to officiate Sunday's game between India and New Zealand in Dubai but was withdrawn following his breach and was replaced by South Africa's Marais Erasmus.

BCCI AGM set to approve 10-team IPL from 2022

BCCI AGM set to approve 10-team IPL from 2022

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

The inclusion of two new franchises in the Indian Premier League, a discussion on the contentious tax exemption demanded by the ICC for global events in India and the formation of various cricket committees will be on top of the agenda when the BCCI holds its 89th AGM, in Ahmedabad, on Thursday.

'ICC have idea on who match-fixers are'

'ICC have idea on who match-fixers are'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Fans will watch corruption free World Cup with confidence, says chief executive.

Zol to lead India's charge in ICC U-19 World Cup

Zol to lead India's charge in ICC U-19 World Cup

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

India will defend its Under-19 World Cup title in the captainship of Vijay Zol, who recently led India to junior Asia Cup victory, as the talented batsman has been named skipper of the 15-man squad.

Shakib steers B'desh to victory amid 'time out' drama

Shakib steers B'desh to victory amid 'time out' drama

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match played between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, in New Delhi, on Monday.

Handscomb to replace Shaun Marsh at World Cup

Handscomb to replace Shaun Marsh at World Cup

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

The ICC has confirmed that the Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2019 has approved Peter Handscomb as a replacement player for Shaun Marsh in the Australia squad for the remainder of the tournament.

Cricket excluded from provisional list of '28 LA Games

Cricket excluded from provisional list of '28 LA Games

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Boxing and weightlifting federations were given 18 months time to set their house in order to be considered for the 2028 Games.

Use charter flights to bring in players for T20 WC: Hogg

Use charter flights to bring in players for T20 WC: Hogg

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

He also said that the players can come in a month early to Australia to fulfill the self-isolation rules.

Will cricket get the nod for 2028 LA Olympic Games?

Will cricket get the nod for 2028 LA Olympic Games?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Cricket has been shortlisted for potential inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Games along with baseball-softball, flag football, lacrosse, breakdancing, karate, kickboxing, squash and motorsport.

Indo-Pak series: Former PCB chairman claims, MOU signed by both boards is meaningless

Indo-Pak series: Former PCB chairman claims, MOU signed by both boards is meaningless

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

'Today the PCB officials have brought embarrassment for Pakistan and its cricket. The government must order them to return home immediately' 'Nothing is to happen because this MoU is meaningless unless the PCB has got a clause inserted that if India does not play for whatever reason it can approach the international court for sports arbitration'

Tell Us! Do you agree with India's 15 for the ICC World Cup

Tell Us! Do you agree with India's 15 for the ICC World Cup

Rediff.com6 Jan 2015

There were no surprises when the Board of Control for Cricket in India announced India's squad for the for the upcoming World Cup.

Men's T20 World Cup could have semis reserve days

Men's T20 World Cup could have semis reserve days

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

However, an ICC spokesperson, according to a report in cricket.au.com., said that playing conditions for the men's T20 World Cup will be discussed in the organisation's Cricket Committee, which is scheduled to meet in the middle of this year, before they are formally signed by the Chief Executives Committee (CEC).

Big blow for Windies ahead of India clash

Big blow for Windies ahead of India clash

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

Russell, who had a terrific IPL prior to the mega-event, has been replaced by Sunil Ambris for the remaining three matches of West Indies.

BCCI introduces A+ category for umpires

BCCI introduces A+ category for umpires

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Nitin Menon is among 10 officials grouped in the newly introduced A+ category of BCCI umpires.

Will new PCB chief Sethi revive Indo-Pak ties?

Will new PCB chief Sethi revive Indo-Pak ties?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

The government on Wednesday night issued a notification confirming the appointment of the management committee while removing Ramiz Raja, but the sitting chief selector Muhammad Wasim announced the squad for the NZ series.

Meet Team India's new finishers: DK and Tewatia

Meet Team India's new finishers: DK and Tewatia

Rediff.com12 May 2022

The finisher's job is only gaining significance in the power-packed modern game

ICC approves Harris as replacement for Lee

ICC approves Harris as replacement for Lee

Rediff.com29 Apr 2010

The event technical committee of the Twenty20 World Cup has approved Ryan Harris as replacement for injured Brett Lee in the Australian squad for the tournament which begins in the Caribbean on Friday.

Sourav Ganguly's SIX challenges

Sourav Ganguly's SIX challenges

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

Sourav Ganguly will have his hands full during his nine-month tenure

Calls to boycott rape-accused cricketer rise in Nepal

Calls to boycott rape-accused cricketer rise in Nepal

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Users have taken social media by storm against the cricket regulatory body using #BoycottCAN which has gone viral in the Himalayan nation.

Will Ashwin Be Picked For World Cup?

Will Ashwin Be Picked For World Cup?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

That depends on Axar Patel's recovery from injury.

'In a way India's business houses are running Pakistan cricket'

'In a way India's business houses are running Pakistan cricket'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Pakistan Cricket Board chief Ramiz Raja says the PCB can 'collapse' if India wants as 90 per cent of the ICC's funding comes from that country, which effectively means that the sport is being run by 'India's business houses'.

Will Dhawan get selectors' nod for T20 WC squad?

Will Dhawan get selectors' nod for T20 WC squad?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

With a massive pool of talent that have performed in the IPL and in other T20Is, Indian selectors have their task cut out when they meet to pick the squad for the T20 World Cup on Wednesday.

NZ 'disappointed', Australia 'not annoyed' over re-scheduling

NZ 'disappointed', Australia 'not annoyed' over re-scheduling

Rediff.com8 Aug 2020

Accept ICC's World Cup decisions.

PCB boss does not see T20 WC happening later this year in Australia

PCB boss does not see T20 WC happening later this year in Australia

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

PCB Chairman Ehsan Mani's comments came a day after Cricket Australia chairman Earl Eddings conceded that the global T20 showpiece seems "unrealistic" as it will be difficult to fly in 16 teams to the country.

Rohit makes appeal to fans amid Coronavirus

Rohit makes appeal to fans amid Coronavirus

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

Although the coronavirus pandemic is wreaking havoc all across the globe, the International Cricket Council (ICC) on March 17 said the forthcoming T20 World Cup 2020 will "go ahead as scheduled".

BCCI reviews India's Asia Cup flop show

BCCI reviews India's Asia Cup flop show

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

The best performance (barring Afghanistan game) was against Sri Lanka when 78 runs came off those nine overs.

'BCCI under no obligation to become NADA signatory'

'BCCI under no obligation to become NADA signatory'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket India's Committee of Administrators will meet in Mumbai on November 3 to chalk out a plan to deal with mounting pressure from the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA), which wants Indian cricketers under its ambit.

Mani's comments on visa for Pak players surprising: BCCI official

Mani's comments on visa for Pak players surprising: BCCI official

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Speaking to ANI, a Board official said the comments are 'immature' and also pointed that the Indian government has already made its policy clear when it comes to handing visas to players for international sporting events.

Is the T20 World Cup ever going to happen?

Is the T20 World Cup ever going to happen?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

South Africa bowler Dale Steyn was doing an #AskDale session on Twitter and a fan asked his thoughts on the upcoming tournament in Australia.

T20 WC Final: History favours Pakistan, form is with England

T20 WC Final: History favours Pakistan, form is with England

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

But just like everyone wants a slice of '92 from Babar's team, the core of this current English team also has a date with history

Pakistan team leaves for World T20 in India

Pakistan team leaves for World T20 in India

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

A 27-member Pakistan cricket contingent left for India to take part in the Twenty20 World Cup, finally ending days of uncertainty over their participation in the mega event. The team will be reaching Kolkata via Abu Dhabi. The Pakistan squad including 15 players, 12 officials and support staff reached the Allama Iqbal international airport amidst tight security and boarded a flight hours after the Pakistan government finally gave the PCB the green signal to fly to India to take part in the ICC event. Due to a long stay in Abu Dhabi the squad will reach Kolkata later this evening. Head coach Waqar Younis, before departing for India, left a message on his Twitter account calling for unity in the team. "Come on together we can do it," he tweeted a message aimed at motivating the players. He told the media that though the departure of the team for India had been hit by uncertainty and security issues, the focus of the players now would only be on cricket and doing well in the world event.

Unadkat vs Shardul: Who will secure India's WC dream?

Unadkat vs Shardul: Who will secure India's WC dream?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

As per ICC rule, every team has to submit its initial squad of 15 by September 5 but the final submission can be done by September 27

PCB hope to resume bilateral ties with India

PCB hope to resume bilateral ties with India

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

Bilateral cricket ties have been suspended since 2007 although Pakistan did tour India for a short limited over series.

Why Pakistan head coach Misbah may be asked to quit as chief selector

Why Pakistan head coach Misbah may be asked to quit as chief selector

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

Pakistan head coach Misbah-ul-Haq could be asked to relinquish his role as chief selector after the team returns from England as the cricket authorities are considering appointing a new person for the top job.

Mohit replaces injured Ishant in India's World Cup squad

Mohit replaces injured Ishant in India's World Cup squad

Rediff.com8 Feb 2015

Ishant Sharma is suffering from a knee injury he sustained during the Boxing Day Test against Australia in December.

'Dhoni's gesture an act of patriotism & not nationalism'

'Dhoni's gesture an act of patriotism & not nationalism'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

The sports fraternity came out in support of Mahendra Singh Dhoni for wearing the dagger insignia on his wicketkeeping gloves during India's World Cup game against South Africa.

Sexual assault claims: DCW issues notice to sports ministry, Delhi Police

Sexual assault claims: DCW issues notice to sports ministry, Delhi Police

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Wrestler Divya Kakran defends WFI chief Brij Bhushan