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Will Pakistan risk England tour amid coronavirus?

Will Pakistan risk England tour amid coronavirus?

Rediff.com12 May 2020

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will not rush into a decision about their upcoming tour of England amid the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, Chief Executive Wasim Khan said. England are scheduled to host the South Asian side for three Tests from July 30, followed by three Twenty20 internationals, but with the UK struggling to contain coronavirus, Wasim said they would wait a few more weeks before confirming a decision.

Captain Karthik on what went wrong for KKR

Captain Karthik on what went wrong for KKR

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Kolkata Knight Riders may have missed a trick by not playing Kuldeep Yadav on a slow Sharjah wicket but skipper Dinesh Karthik said AB de Villiers put the game beyond their reach with an incredible display of power-hitting.

Holder sacked; Pollard to lead West Indies in ODIs and T20Is

Holder sacked; Pollard to lead West Indies in ODIs and T20Is

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

Pollard, who hasn't played 50-over cricket for more than three years has accepted his new role

ICC approves stricter sanctions for ball-tampering

ICC approves stricter sanctions for ball-tampering

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

A player guilty of ball-tampering could now be banned for up to six Tests or 12 Oone-dayers after the International Cricket Council introduced harsher sanctions at its five-day Annual Conference in Dublin.

Whatever happens, March 29 at MCG will be divine, says ailing Crowe

Whatever happens, March 29 at MCG will be divine, says ailing Crowe

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

New Zealand's former cricket captain Martin Crowe, who is terminally ill with lymphoma, has penned a moving tribute to his countrymen ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Australia.

Allah was with us, we got rub of green in final: Morgan

Allah was with us, we got rub of green in final: Morgan

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

England captain acknowledges and appreciates diverse culture in team

Not being favourites could work for South Africa: Wessels

Not being favourites could work for South Africa: Wessels

Rediff.com21 May 2019

South Africa will dearly miss AB de Villiers in the World Cup. De Villiers announced a shock retirement from international cricket last year.

BCCI open to DRS only if it's close to perfection: Thakur

BCCI open to DRS only if it's close to perfection: Thakur

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Board of Control for Cricket in India chief Anurag Thakur on Monday indicated that the Board is open to implementing the controversial Decision Review System (DRS) provided the technology reaches close to the level of perfection.

Will ICC scrap Champions Trophy?

Will ICC scrap Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive David Richardson has revealed that Champions Trophy could be scrapped to make way for the World T20 every two years.

The dismissal that cost India second ODI

The dismissal that cost India second ODI

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

Saini's 76-run partnership for the eighth wicket with Ravindra Jadeja kept India in pursuit of a 274-run target but the former's dismissal crushed team's hopes.

VVS Laxman on coach Chappell and the 'only controversy' of his career

VVS Laxman on coach Chappell and the 'only controversy' of his career

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

'He was brusque and abrasive, highly opinionated and rigid in his thinking. His man-management skills were non-existent. He quickly sowed further seeds of discontent in an already diffident team...I will always respect Greg Chappell the batsman. Unfortunately, I can't say the same for Greg Chappell the coach'

Afridi clarifies: 'I gave a diplomatic statement'

Afridi clarifies: 'I gave a diplomatic statement'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

'I was merely trying to give a positive message to the rest of the world that we enjoy a lot when we play in India.'

ICC meeting: WT20 could shift to 2022, IPL in Oct-Nov?

ICC meeting: WT20 could shift to 2022, IPL in Oct-Nov?

Rediff.com27 May 2020

The organisation of the Indian Premier League will largely depend on India's COVID-19 situation during that time but with the central government trying to bring in normalcy, the cash-rich league could get a five-week condensed window to go ahead.

All you must know about ball-tampering scandal

All you must know about ball-tampering scandal

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

Australia captain Steve Smith said his side deliberately tried to tamper with the condition of the ball on the third day of the third Test against South Africa in Cape Town on Saturday in an orchestrated attempt to gain an advantage.

Gibson sure fiery Rabada will cool it in third Test

Gibson sure fiery Rabada will cool it in third Test

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

South Africa coach Ottis Gibson believes the world's best Test bowler Kagiso Rabada has learnt from his brush with suspension and expects more mature on-field behaviour in the third Test against Australia starting in Cape Town on Thursday.

5 impressive things that Kohli said at the post-match conference

5 impressive things that Kohli said at the post-match conference

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

Indian skipper Virat Kohli lauded his bowlers for their lion-hearted effort.

Dear ICC, please protect Tests

Dear ICC, please protect Tests

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

Test cricket must adapt to survive in the face of the ever-tightening squeeze from shorter, more lucrative, forms of the game, both England and South Africa's captains said on Wednesday.

After Lankan cricketers, ISL footballers sport masks in Delhi

After Lankan cricketers, ISL footballers sport masks in Delhi

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

Air pollution in the city is a cause of concern for not only the Sri Lankan cricketers but also for the footballers competing in the Indian Super League as they wore masks while training on Tuesday.

Kamal threatens to let the world know what's happening in ICC

Kamal threatens to let the world know what's happening in ICC

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

The president of the International Cricket Council (ICC), Mustafa Kamal is the persona non-grata in the game's governing body as he was not given a chance to present the World Cup trophy, an insult which has left him fuming, so much so that he is even threatening to take legal action.

'There could be another format coming up soon... T10!'

'There could be another format coming up soon... T10!'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

Former India wicket-keeper Syed Kirmani has said the days of ten-overs-a-side contest making a foray into international cricket is not far away as it would make the game even more interesting.

Australia's players' union wants Smith, Warner bans reduced

Australia's players' union wants Smith, Warner bans reduced

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Australian Cricketers' Association (ACA) president Greg Dyer said the contrition of the players should be taken into account along with the precedent -- no player has previously received more than a one-match ban for the offence -- and a lack of due process in the Cricket Australia probe.

WI hope for improved batting in 1st ODI against India

WI hope for improved batting in 1st ODI against India

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

"Chris Gayle has always done well over the years. It is great to have him in the squad. He always brings a lot to the team. His presence is always felt when he steps in any cricket field. We are happy to have him in the dressing room," Holder said in a pre-match conference.

Australia launch ball-tampering probe, vows answers by Wednesday

Australia launch ball-tampering probe, vows answers by Wednesday

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

The incident has been met with astonishment in Australia, with the protagonists -- Smith, his vice captain David Warner and opening batsman Cameron Bancroft -- lambasted in the media under headlines almost universally trumpeting the word "Shame".

We don't want wickets where matches finishes in two days: Dravid

We don't want wickets where matches finishes in two days: Dravid

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

Former India captain Rahul Dravid was very critical of the pitches being prepared in the ongoing Ranji Trophy, where "getting six to seven wickets by bowling darts" has become the order of the day and said that it will prove to be detrimental towards producing "good cricketers".

Please ask Dhoni: Ganguly on icon's participation in T20 World Cup

Please ask Dhoni: Ganguly on icon's participation in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com1 Dec 2019

Ganguly addressed a press conference after the Board's 88th Annual General Meeting (AGM).

Brook to get England debut in series decider vs SA

Brook to get England debut in series decider vs SA

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

'I'm really looking forward to going out and watching him play this week, but he's deserved his opportunity'

Finch on the verge of achieving greatness

Finch on the verge of achieving greatness

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

Finch went from simply focusing on making runs and solidifying his own place in the side to being responsible for the fortunes of the entire team

Srini checks in; COA diktat puts BCCI in a fix ahead of SGM

Srini checks in; COA diktat puts BCCI in a fix ahead of SGM

Rediff.com8 Apr 2017

Former Board of Control for Cricket in India president Narayanaswami Srinivasan will be back in focus as some of the Board's state units plan to prop up his name at its Special General Meeting on Sunday despite COA seeking Supreme Court directives on this issue.

Australia ready to share profits with other boards. Will BCCI agree?

Australia ready to share profits with other boards. Will BCCI agree?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Cricket Australia (CA) is open to parting with its multi-million-dollar television revenue from the high-profile India tours to Australia as part of a collective effort to preserve the financial health of the global game.

ICC allocates $135m for Champions Trophy leave BCCI fuming

ICC allocates $135m for Champions Trophy leave BCCI fuming

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has expressed its reservations with the International Cricket Council's decision to earmark a budget of $135 million (approx) as the organisational cost for Champions Trophy scheduled in the United Kingdom from June 1-18, next year.

Skipper Rahul hopeful of Kings sneaking into play-offs at No. 4

Skipper Rahul hopeful of Kings sneaking into play-offs at No. 4

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

Kings XI Punjab plays Chennai Super Kings in their last league match on Sunday and skipper K L Rahul is confident of making the last four round.

Will ICC take strong action against Australia?

Will ICC take strong action against Australia?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

The International Cricket Council's response to the Australian ball tampering incident in the third test at Newlands is firmly under the spotlight with strong punishment expected for the culprits, South Africa coach Ottis Gibson said on Sunday.

Here's what makes Bumrah a potent bowler

Here's what makes Bumrah a potent bowler

Rediff.com29 Dec 2018

Bumrah, who has so far taken eight wickets in the third Test against Australia, in Melbourne, has 47 Test wickets to his kitty after making his debut in January.

In-form Dhawan sympathises with Sri Lankan team

In-form Dhawan sympathises with Sri Lankan team

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

Shikhar Dhawan is savouring a purple patch, hitting century after century, but the opener won't be overtly worried if he has to face a slump in form.

India lose by not playing Pakistan in World Cup, says Gavaskar

India lose by not playing Pakistan in World Cup, says Gavaskar

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Sunil Gavaskar urged Imran Khan to take the necessary 'first step' towards improving ties with India.

Gordon Lewis to hear case against Anderson on July 22

Gordon Lewis to hear case against Anderson on July 22

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

The International Cricket Council appointed Gordon Lewis AM as the Judicial Commissioner to hear the misconduct case against England paceman James Anderson and the preliminary hearing will be conducted on July 22, a day after the Lord's Test concludes.

India-SA, 1st Test: Rohit begins life as Test opener

India-SA, 1st Test: Rohit begins life as Test opener

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

India will be desperately hoping that Rohit replicates his limited overs success in the traditional format

India will be tougher test for England than Australia: Kohli

India will be tougher test for England than Australia: Kohli

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

India captain Virat Kohli feels his team will be a tougher prospect for England than Australia, promising they will play "fearless cricket" on their coming tour.

5 talking points as India-Pak prepare for showdown to remember

5 talking points as India-Pak prepare for showdown to remember

Rediff.com16 Jun 2019

Sunday's clash at Old Trafford is the most eagerly-anticipated of all the group-stage matches at this ICC men's cricket World Cup.

Indo-Pak Davis Cup: AITA-ITF concall cancelled again

Indo-Pak Davis Cup: AITA-ITF concall cancelled again

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

India's non-playing Davis Cup captain Mahesh Bhupathi, who was to be part of the conference call, told PTI that "call is cancelled till further notice".