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Severing cricketing ties with nations not our domain: ICC tells BCCI

Severing cricketing ties with nations not our domain: ICC tells BCCI

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

The BCCI letter did not make a specific reference to Pakistan, which has been accused of harbouring terrorists by India.

Men's Cricket World Cup and T20 World Cup to be expanded

Men's Cricket World Cup and T20 World Cup to be expanded

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

In the T20 World Cup, there will be four groups of five teams and the top two will go through to a Super Eights stage before semi-finals and a final.

CT 2025: UAE offers to host India-Pakistan showdown

CT 2025: UAE offers to host India-Pakistan showdown

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made its stance clear about not travelling to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. On the other hand, the PCB has been firm about hosting the entire tournament in Pakistan.

Dele takes stunner as Mourinho's boys play cricket

Dele takes stunner as Mourinho's boys play cricket

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

'Deadly Football Cricket combo!'

'Kohli, Rohit, Suryakumar have fans in Pakistan'

'Kohli, Rohit, Suryakumar have fans in Pakistan'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram optimistic about India travelling to Pakistan for Champions Trophy.

Kohli congratulates Watling on his last day in Test cricket

Kohli congratulates Watling on his last day in Test cricket

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

Kohli congratulated Watling as both India and New Zealand stepped out to the field on the Reserve Day of the ongoing WTC final

Rohit Is A True Friends To Fans

Rohit Is A True Friends To Fans

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

When a few fans called out his name, he instructed the security team to let them approach.

PIX: Kolkata Bids Emotional Adieu To Dr Vece Paes

PIX: Kolkata Bids Emotional Adieu To Dr Vece Paes

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Dr. Vece Paes laid to rest as Ganguly, Tirkey join mourners in funeral procession

For now, cricket stays out of Commonwealth Games

For now, cricket stays out of Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Cricket's absence from Commonwealth Games will continue at least until the 2018 Games in Australia after the International Cricket Council (ICC) turned down an invitation from the governing body of the multi-sport event.

No reason to believe that Champions Trophy will not be held in Pakistan: PCB

No reason to believe that Champions Trophy will not be held in Pakistan: PCB

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is optimistic that it will be able to host Champions Trophy next year as a delegation of the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to reach the country on Monday to inspect the ongoing preparations for the prestigious tournament.

ICC makes stop clocks permanent in ODIs, T20s

ICC makes stop clocks permanent in ODIs, T20s

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Clocks can be stopped in some cases as determined by the third umpire, such as when a new batter comes to the wicket in between overs, during official drinks breaks and injury breaks among other circumstances.

Crease belongs to the batter: Ponting blames Kohli

Crease belongs to the batter: Ponting blames Kohli

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Virat Kohli's conduct came under the microscope in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne on Thursday after a clash of shoulders with teen debutant Sam Konstas, but the incident did little to knock the Australian wonder boy off his stride.

Champions Trophy: Will South Africa be named hosts?

Champions Trophy: Will South Africa be named hosts?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The ICC continued discussions on the Champions Trophy schedule with the participating nations amid speculation that the entire tournament could be moved out of Pakistan following India's refusal to travel to the country, a source said on Tuesday.

World Cup: Another major injury blow for Sri Lanka

World Cup: Another major injury blow for Sri Lanka

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Sri Lanka were dealt another injury blow at the World Cup with seamer Lahiru Kumara ruled out of the rest of the tournament due to a left thigh muscle injury.

India vs Pakistan called off! All about WCL controversy

India vs Pakistan called off! All about WCL controversy

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

A veterans' cricket match involving India and Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends in London on Sunday has been cancelled after Indian players, including Shikhar Dhawan, refused to be a part of it citing the Pahalgam terror attack in April.

England to host 2019 Cricket World Cup

England to host 2019 Cricket World Cup

Rediff.com27 May 2013

England has been confirmed as the host country for the 2019 Cricket World Cup, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Monday.

It's official! Cricket will be played at the 2028 LA Olympic Games!

It's official! Cricket will be played at the 2028 LA Olympic Games!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'Baseball/softball, cricket (T20), flag football, lacrosse (sixes) and squash will be in the programme at LA28.'

Gary Kirsten in ICC Cricket Committee

Gary Kirsten in ICC Cricket Committee

Rediff.com11 Feb 2010

India coach Gary Kirsten was named in the International Cricket Council's Cricket Committee as representative of national coaches. He replaces Mickey Aurthur, who recently resigned as South Africa coach.

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.

Ranveer stars in 2023 World Cup's official anthem

Ranveer stars in 2023 World Cup's official anthem

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

'The anthem takes fans on an epic journey through India on board the One Day Express.'

Cricketers act as Afghanistan's ambassadors

Cricketers act as Afghanistan's ambassadors

Rediff.com4 Feb 2009

It has taken less than eight months for Afghanistan to jump from the fifth division of world cricket to one level below the major Test-playing countries. The team from the war-torn nation continued one of sport's unlikeliest success stories by winning the third division in Argentina last week, a six-team tournament which doubles as a qualifier for cricket's World Cup.

Yuvraj celebrates spirit of cricket

Yuvraj celebrates spirit of cricket

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

Team India batsman Yuvraj Singh will be a part of the International Cricket Council's global celebration of the spirit of cricket and will speak about his experience of playing in Pakistan on the governing body's special centenary year website. The initiative, named 'Catch the Spirit' centenary celebration, will feature each of the ICC's 104 members, who will be hosting activities inspired by the spirit of cricket as part the celebration, the governing body said.

Australia, WI cricketers raise awareness about AIDS

Australia, WI cricketers raise awareness about AIDS

Rediff.com7 Apr 2012

Cricket players from Australia and the West Indies have taken part in coaching clinics with local children in Barbados to raise awareness and reduce stigma about HIV and AIDS in cricket-playing countries.

Gill, Much Sought After In Dubai

Gill, Much Sought After In Dubai

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

'Wait for six months, and you'll see Gill's jersey become the most sought after one.

Cricket Buzz: Zimbabwe's Utseya reported for suspect action

Cricket Buzz: Zimbabwe's Utseya reported for suspect action

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

Zimbabwe all-rounder Prosper Utseya has been reported for an illegal bowling action, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Friday.

Champions Trophy in Pakistan: Will India participate?

Champions Trophy in Pakistan: Will India participate?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Champions Trophy headlines Pakistan's home season but India uncertainty remains

Australian cricketers not under IPL investigation

Australian cricketers not under IPL investigation

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

Cricket Australia (CA) has disputed reports that two Australian players were under investigation for corruption in last year's Indian Premier League (IPL).

Indian Cricket League signs Lara

Indian Cricket League signs Lara

Rediff.com23 Jul 2007

The West Indies batting legend will lead one of the newly-former league's teams.

India unlikely to field cricket teams in Hangzhou Asian Games

India unlikely to field cricket teams in Hangzhou Asian Games

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

The Games coincides with the women team's limited-overs tour of England

'Unfortunate that cricket not considered for Olympics'

'Unfortunate that cricket not considered for Olympics'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

Former India cricket captain Ajit Wadekar is hopeful that with T20 becoming popular, the sport has a chance of figuring in the Games in future.

BCCI panel to draw up norms for victory celebrations

BCCI panel to draw up norms for victory celebrations

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

BCCI forms 3-member committee to formulate guidelines to avoid incidents like Bengaluru stampede

ICC upgrades Indore pitch rating from 'poor' to 'below avg'

ICC upgrades Indore pitch rating from 'poor' to 'below avg'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Match referee Chris Broad saying that the pitch was very dry and favoured spinners from the start.

Spot-fixing: Safeguard cricket's sanctity, urges Ehsan Mani

Spot-fixing: Safeguard cricket's sanctity, urges Ehsan Mani

Rediff.com17 May 2013

Former International Cricketing Council president Ehsan Mani has urged the governing body to safeguard the sanctity of cricket following the spot-fixing scandals that has surrounded the Indian Premier League

Cricket gets Olympic nod, can bid for 2020 Games

Cricket gets Olympic nod, can bid for 2020 Games

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

Cricket was cleared to pursue its bid to be included in future Games after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) rubberstamped the sport's recognition on Thursday.

Imran Khan wants revamp of Pakistan cricket

Imran Khan wants revamp of Pakistan cricket

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

Former Pakistan captain Imran Khan has called for an overhaul of the country's cricket set-up after the ICC warned the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to improve its governance and enforce anti-corruption measures.

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The members who were present at the 93rd BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bengaluru on Sunday requested incumbent secretary Jay Shah to speed up the process of finding his successor to keep the transition of power as smooth as possible.

Farewell Dr Vece Paes: Hockey Great, Sports Medicine Pioneer

Farewell Dr Vece Paes: Hockey Great, Sports Medicine Pioneer

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Olympic medallist Dr Vece Paes was a part of the BCCI's anti-doping programme for several years, besides also working with the Indian Davis Cup team.

ICC suffers heavy losses in hosting T20 World Cup

ICC suffers heavy losses in hosting T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday formed a three-member committee to "review the delivery" of the T20 World Cup which was co-hosted by the USA and the West Indies last month.

Cricket needs more money: Mani

Cricket needs more money: Mani

Rediff.com7 Oct 2003

North America get taste of India-Pakistan rivalry!

North America get taste of India-Pakistan rivalry!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

A sold-out crowd descended on Eisenhower Park on Sunday for a clash of cricketing arch-rivals India and Pakistan.