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Ashwin, Root, Khawaja battle for Test cricketer of the year title

Ashwin, Root, Khawaja battle for Test cricketer of the year title

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Star off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is in contention for the prestigious title of Test Cricketer of the Year

SEE: New York Stadium gears up for epic India-Pakistan clash

SEE: New York Stadium gears up for epic India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium will be India's home ground during the group stage, featuring matches against Ireland and the hosts USA.

Massive purse for ICC World Cup winners

Massive purse for ICC World Cup winners

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

A total of US$10 million will be distributed by the ICC among all winning teams throughout the tournament.

Champions Trophy tour kicks off in Pakistan

Champions Trophy tour kicks off in Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

According to a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official, the trophy tour would begin from Skardu in northern Pakistan.

Asia Cup: Pakistan vs UAE Match Kicks Off After Pullout Drama

Asia Cup: Pakistan vs UAE Match Kicks Off After Pullout Drama

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Pakistan withdrew its pullout threat and showed up for a crucial Asia Cup game against the UAE in Dubai on Wednesday but not before causing a delay.

ICC CEO bats for Pakistan as Test cricket destination

ICC CEO bats for Pakistan as Test cricket destination

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

"Pakistan is one of the strongest cricketing countries in the ICC membership," Allardice said.

ICC asks BCCI to explain why India won't go to Pakistan

ICC asks BCCI to explain why India won't go to Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

The ICC has officially asked for a written explanation from BCCI regarding its decision to not send the Indian cricket team to Pakistan.

Can ICC convince BCCI to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy?

Can ICC convince BCCI to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The PCB has now left it up to the ICC to finalise and announce the tournament schedule and also get confirmation from the BCCI whether the Indian team will travel to Pakistan.

Why is BCCI grateful to the ICC?

Why is BCCI grateful to the ICC?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The ICC from the next cycle will award the same prize money to men's and women's champions and runners-up teams at its global events.

Meet new BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia

Meet new BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

A former cricketer, Devajit Saikia represented Assam in four first-class matches during the 1990s before transitioning to cricket administration.

If India can't play in Pakistan, then..: PCB warns ICC

If India can't play in Pakistan, then..: PCB warns ICC

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board informed the International Cricket Council on Thursday that it will not accept the Hybrid model for next year's ICC Champions Trophy.

ICC rates Ind vs Aus ODI World Cup final pitch 'average'

ICC rates Ind vs Aus ODI World Cup final pitch 'average'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad which hosted the ODI World Cup final between India and Australia on November 19 has been rated "average" by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

ICC releases additional tickets for Indo-Pak showdown

ICC releases additional tickets for Indo-Pak showdown

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The ICC also said that it will make available more tickets in other categories as well for fixtures in Texas and Florida, the two other venues apart from New York, which are hosting the global event in the USA.

ICC suspends Pakistan's Yasir for failed dope test

ICC suspends Pakistan's Yasir for failed dope test

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

Pakistan rising leg-spinner Yasir Shah on Sunday was handed a provisional suspension by the International Cricket Council after being charged with an anti-doping rule violation.

India won't travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: BCCI informs ICC

India won't travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: BCCI informs ICC

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

BCCI has intimated the International Cricket Council about India's inability to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy next year.

BCCI's earnings hit record highs as per latest reports

BCCI's earnings hit record highs as per latest reports

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

BCCI's healthy bank balance got healthier this year with an approximate increase of Rs 4200 crore, taking the overall earnings to a whopping Rs 20,686 crore.

'Suar kumar': Ex-Pak Player Yousuf Abuses India Captain Suryakumar on Live TV

'Suar kumar': Ex-Pak Player Yousuf Abuses India Captain Suryakumar on Live TV

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Former Pakistan batter Mohammad Yousuf sparked controversy by using a derogatory term to insult India captain Suryakumar Yadav during a live TV discussion.

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray targeted the BCCI over India Pakistan cricket matches in the Asia Cup

India Sweat In The Nets; Pakistan Continue To Protest

India Sweat In The Nets; Pakistan Continue To Protest

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Almost all the Indian batters ended their batting sessions with lofted shots. Every few minutes, screams of 'Watch out!' filled the air -- not from the players, but from scribes trying to protect their laptops, cameras, and skulls.

PCB unhappy with ICC's revenue sharing model

PCB unhappy with ICC's revenue sharing model

Rediff.com16 May 2023

"In principle, India should get more, there is no doubt about that but ... how is this table being developed?" Sethi said.

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

It is believed that India is unlikely to get the government's clearance to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy.

Can new ICC boss solve India-Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 deadlock?

Can new ICC boss solve India-Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 deadlock?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Shah, the son of India's Home Minister Amit Shah, will have his task cut out as the ICC looks to find an acceptable solution to implement the 'Hybrid Model' for the Champions Trophy originally scheduled in Pakistan.

Is it the end of bilateral cricket tours?

Is it the end of bilateral cricket tours?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Proliferation of T20 leagues puts squeeze on bilateral tours

Troubles mount for Australia as spinner reported for suspect action!

Troubles mount for Australia as spinner reported for suspect action!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

The left-arm spinner was the most prolific bowler in Australia's 2-0 whitewash in Galle, taking 16 wickets at an average of 17.18.

Windies cricketer Thomas suspended for alleged match fixing

Windies cricketer Thomas suspended for alleged match fixing

Rediff.com24 May 2023

'In collaboration with ICC and the West Indies Players' Association (WIPA), CWI remains committed to sensitizing and educating our players and officials on anti-corruption in sports.'

Sri Lanka skipper Shanaka ruled out of World Cup with injury

Sri Lanka skipper Shanaka ruled out of World Cup with injury

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Shanaka sustained a right thigh muscle injury in Tuesday's six-wicket loss to Pakistan.

Compensate if India refuse to travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: PCB urges ICC

Compensate if India refuse to travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: PCB urges ICC

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to sign the Champions Trophy 2025 hosting rights agreements with it, stressing that the PCB should be compensated if India refuse to travel.

ICC clears Lawson's action

ICC clears Lawson's action

Rediff.com23 Sep 2005

A laboratory analysis of the West Indies fast bowler's action showed his elbow flexation was less than the maximum 15 percent allowed.

PCB chief Naqvi hits back at Modi

PCB chief Naqvi hits back at Modi

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the PCB chief, walked away with the Asia Cup trophy after India refused to take the silverware from his hands.

Lord's Test: Siraj fined for fiery send-off

Lord's Test: Siraj fined for fiery send-off

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Mohammed Siraj was penalised 15 per cent of his match fee and docked one demerit point following an aggressive reaction to the wicket of England opener Ben Duckett.

ICC rejects Khawaja's appeal against armband sanction

ICC rejects Khawaja's appeal against armband sanction

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

Usman Khawaja suffered a setback after his appeal against the sanction imposed on him for wearing a black armband during the opening Test against Pakistan was rejected by ICC.

Another blow to Indo-Pak cricket ties

Another blow to Indo-Pak cricket ties

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

India has not sent its cricket team to Pakistan since 2008 when they last came for the Asia Cup under Mahendra Singh Dhoni's captaincy.

ECB suspends Bangladesh's Shakib for 'illegal bowling'

ECB suspends Bangladesh's Shakib for 'illegal bowling'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Shakib, who is considered the greatest cricketer Bangladesh has produced, could not be immediately reached for comment.

Cricket post-COVID: ICC recommends gloves for umpires, 14-day isolation camps

Cricket post-COVID: ICC recommends gloves for umpires, 14-day isolation camps

Rediff.com22 May 2020

The International Cricket Council issued comprehensive guidelines aimed at resumption of cricket around the world while at the same time maintaining the highest safety protocols.

Will Pakistan host Champions Trophy without India?

Will Pakistan host Champions Trophy without India?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Pakistan on Thursday said that no back channel diplomacy was going on with India after the neighbouring country refused to send its cricket team for the Champions Trophy

A big blow to NZ in race to WTC final

A big blow to NZ in race to WTC final

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

It means the inaugural World Test Championship winners face a tough ask to qualify for next year's one-off Test in June 2025, with two wins against England and several other results also needing to go their way if they are to reach the Lord's decider.

T20 World Cup 2024: ICC marks tentative dates; inspects venues

T20 World Cup 2024: ICC marks tentative dates; inspects venues

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

The ICC has tentatively identified the June 4-30 window for the T20 World Cup 2024 to be jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA.

Cricket gets a shot in the arm with USA hosting T20 WC

Cricket gets a shot in the arm with USA hosting T20 WC

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'The awareness that we're bringing in more elite cricket to the USA is something that's been a strategic priority for us.'

Jay Shah elected unopposed as next ICC chairman

Jay Shah elected unopposed as next ICC chairman

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Jay Shah will take over as the next chairman of the ICC in December after he emerged as the sole nominee for the high-profile job

Big boost for women's cricket as ICC announces equal prize money

Big boost for women's cricket as ICC announces equal prize money

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

ICC announced equal prize money for men's and women's teams at ICC events while also making changes to the over-rate sanctions in Test cricket.