News for 'International Cricket Council'

India the team to beat as Asia Cup battle commences

India the team to beat as Asia Cup battle commences

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

India, for all their internal debates and external expectations, look like the one side that has clarity of purpose. And clarity, in high-pressure tournaments, often counts for more than raw talent.

Will WTC 2025-27 cycle see bonus points for big wins?

Will WTC 2025-27 cycle see bonus points for big wins?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

The ICC is considering awarding bonus points for innings victories or for a win above a certain big margin such as 100 runs.

No reason for Pakistan to go and play in India: Afridi

No reason for Pakistan to go and play in India: Afridi

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi wants PCB to adopt a firm stance on cricketing ties with India.

What new IOC chief Coventry said on India's 2036 Olympics bid

What new IOC chief Coventry said on India's 2036 Olympics bid

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Newly-elected International Olympic Committee president Kristy Coventry was expectedly guarded on India's bid to stage the 2036 Olympic Games.

Manohar's contribution to Indian cricket invaluable: BCCI

Manohar's contribution to Indian cricket invaluable: BCCI

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

The 59-year-old, former BCCI president, mailed his resignation letter to ICC CEO Dave Richardson without clarifying the exact reason for this sudden move to end what was to be a two-year-tenure.

'I don't think Indian team will travel to Pakistan': Harbhajan

'I don't think Indian team will travel to Pakistan': Harbhajan

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Former spinner Harbhajan Singh said he doesn't 'expect' the Indian team to travel to Pakistan for next year's ICC Champions Trophy.

CAB Awards: Akash Deep steals spotlight with special honour

CAB Awards: Akash Deep steals spotlight with special honour

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

India pacer Akash Deep received a special award for his impressive performance in the recent Test series in England during annual Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) awards in Kolkata on Saturday.

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.

Women's T20 World Cup: Free entry for U.18s, ticket prices start from 5 Dirhams

Women's T20 World Cup: Free entry for U.18s, ticket prices start from 5 Dirhams

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

The 20 league matches will be split between Dubai and Sharjah with the semi-finals slated for Dubai and Sharjah on October 17 and 18 respectively. The final will be played in Dubai.

IPL 2025: Will bowlers be allowed to use saliva?

IPL 2025: Will bowlers be allowed to use saliva?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The BCCI is considering lifting the ban on applying saliva on the ball in IPL 2025.

WI CEO slams ICC for sabotaging cricket in Caribbean

WI CEO slams ICC for sabotaging cricket in Caribbean

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Talking on the Wisden Cricket Monthly Podcast, Grave said that he is sick of the phrase that the 'world cricket needs a strong West Indies' team', especially when it is doing all it can to weaken it.

The first ever player to receive red card in cricket...

The first ever player to receive red card in cricket...

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Trinbago Knight Riders became the first cricket team to receive a red card on Sunday, with Sunil Narine paying the penalty for his team's slow over-rate.

Lord's to host 2025 World Test Championship Final

Lord's to host 2025 World Test Championship Final

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

The 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) final will be played at the iconic Lord's cricket ground from June 11 to 15 next year.

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.

Olympic body takes control of Cricket South Africa

Olympic body takes control of Cricket South Africa

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

'The ICC have also expressed some concerns (about the running of CSA) and we believe our decision is warranted, and that it will be embraced by the ICC.'

Champions Trophy in jeopardy, ICC cancels schedule launch

Champions Trophy in jeopardy, ICC cancels schedule launch

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

The International Cricket Council's (ICC) plans for a high-profile event in Lahore next week to unveil the 2025 Champions Trophy schedule have been derailed.

Billy Bowden dropped from NZ's international umpiring panel

Billy Bowden dropped from NZ's international umpiring panel

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

New Zealand's best-known and most highly-rated umpire was axed from New Zealand Cricket's international panel after standing in 84 Tests and 200 One-day internationals during a 21-year career.

Inglis 'over the moon' after Australia's record run-chase

Inglis 'over the moon' after Australia's record run-chase

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Australia's middle order enforcer Josh Inglis said their depleted side will draw a lot of confidence after pulling off a record chase against England in their Champions Trophy opener on Saturday.

ICC should step in to save WI cricket: Buchanan

ICC should step in to save WI cricket: Buchanan

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

Former Australian coach John Buchanan has called on the International Cricket Council (ICC) to launch a dramatic "intervention" to save West Indian cricket.

Duckworth, co-creator of DLS method, dies aged 84

Duckworth, co-creator of DLS method, dies aged 84

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Frank Duckworth, the pioneering statistician who co-created the Duckworth Lewis method adopted in cricket to revise targets in limited overs games truncated due to rain, died last week.

India Fired Up Ahead Of T20 World Cup

India Fired Up Ahead Of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com30 May 2024

India head into the World Cup as World No 1, according to ICC rankings issued on Wednesday.

India vs Pakistan Test at Melbourne Cricket Club?

India vs Pakistan Test at Melbourne Cricket Club?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

MCC expresses interest to host Indo-Pak Test after T20 WC clash success

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Pycroft's decision has not been seen by ICC as a breach of any code of conduct, but as an action he was authorised to take in his remit as a match official deputed to manage the game.

'It hurts': Sir Viv on West Indies' cricket decline

'It hurts': Sir Viv on West Indies' cricket decline

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Legendary West Indies batsman Sir Vivian Richards expressed his disappointment and frustration at the absence of the Caribbean side from the Champions Trophy, urging them to emulate Afghanistan's rise in world cricket. Richards highlighted Afghanistan's fighting spirit and consistent performances, contrasting their presence in the tournament with the West Indies' exclusion.

Undercooked Zampa ready to let it rip against India

Undercooked Zampa ready to let it rip against India

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'... when I'm not quite at my best and not feeling that great out there, is my ability to still contribute and take those big wickets.'

'Pakistan Has Come A Long Way Since March 3, 2009'

'Pakistan Has Come A Long Way Since March 3, 2009'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

'International cricket is incomplete without Pakistan.'

Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Australia legend Steve Waugh believes under-fire Rohit Sharma can't afford to be 'complacent or relax' if he wants to continue serving Indian cricket.

12 Billion Spent, Gaddafi Stadium Still Not Ready

12 Billion Spent, Gaddafi Stadium Still Not Ready

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Gaddafi Stadium to be handed over to ICC for Champions Trophy on Feb 11: PCB source

ICC unveils Men's ODI Cricket World Cup mascot duo

ICC unveils Men's ODI Cricket World Cup mascot duo

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

During the lead-up to and at the tournament, the mascot duo will engage with fans in person, through broadcasts, and on digital platforms.

Bumrah named ICC Player of Month for December!

Bumrah named ICC Player of Month for December!

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah has been awarded the ICC Men's Player of the Month for December 2024, following his exceptional performance during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia.

Pak snubbed, ICC exposed: Champions Trophy was doomed from the start

Pak snubbed, ICC exposed: Champions Trophy was doomed from the start

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Allowing India to play all their matches in Dubai robbed Pakistan of the honour of hosting the final and disrupted the schedule of the knockout matches.

'PCB is fully committed to hosting a world-class ICC Champions Trophy 2025'

'PCB is fully committed to hosting a world-class ICC Champions Trophy 2025'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

PCB said that in the media talk, Naqvi stated that the redevelopment and redesigning of stadiums will be completed on schedule, ensuring their availability to host the tournament.

All Roads In Dubai Lead To India-Pakistan Game

All Roads In Dubai Lead To India-Pakistan Game

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

The turnout of only about 10,000 spectators for the India-Bangladesh opening match of the Champions Trophy at the 30,000-capacity Dubai International Stadium has sparked debate over whether fans are only interested in an India-Pakistan clash.

Olympic medallist hockey legend Dr Vece Paes passes away

Olympic medallist hockey legend Dr Vece Paes passes away

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Dr Vece Paes, a member of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games bronze-winning Indian men's hockey team and father of legendary tennis player Leander Paes, died in Kolkata on Thursday morning.

Ben Stokes urges ICC to revive Test cricket

Ben Stokes urges ICC to revive Test cricket

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Ben Stokes urged the ICC to do 'something different' to popularise Test cricket.

Zimbabwe Cricket suspended over government interference

Zimbabwe Cricket suspended over government interference

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

ICC said the country's cricket administration is not free from government interference.

ICC CEO Sawhney steps down after internal review over conduct

ICC CEO Sawhney steps down after internal review over conduct

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

The International Cricket Council's (ICC) chief executive Manu Sawhney will step down with immediate effect, four months after he was sent on leave following an investigation into his style of working.

Abhishek Bachchan joins European T20 League as co-owner

Abhishek Bachchan joins European T20 League as co-owner

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

With cricket being included in the 2028 Olympics, its popularity will further surge. I'm humbled and excited about this unique collaboration between the cricket boards of Ireland, Scotland, and the Netherlands.

No international matches at Kotla until 2010 end

No international matches at Kotla until 2010 end

Rediff.com21 Jan 2010

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has banned Ferozshah Kotla in the national capital from hosting international matches for a year after match referee Alan Hurst reported the wicket prepared for the fifth and final ODI between India and Sri Lanka as "unfit".

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.