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How Imran's ouster has affected Pakistan Cricket

How Imran's ouster has affected Pakistan Cricket

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Since Ramiz took over as PCB chairman last September he has made a lot of changes in the Board

Pakistan presenter covering World Cup leaves India amid backlash

Pakistan presenter covering World Cup leaves India amid backlash

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Pakistani presenter Zainab Abbas, part of the ICC digital team covering the ODI World Cup, on Monday left India after facing backlash on social media over her alleged anti-India posts in the past.

British Council to brush up Indian umpires' English skills

British Council to brush up Indian umpires' English skills

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

In an effort to enhance communication skills of the umpires, the Board of Control for Cricket in India, as part of the Umpire Development Program has decided to host an English language upskilling course.

'Yuvraj a hero not just in cricket but outside it too'

'Yuvraj a hero not just in cricket but outside it too'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Yuvraj Singh played pivotal roles in India winning the 2011 World Cup and the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007.

T20 helping cricket spread it's wings: ICC chief

T20 helping cricket spread it's wings: ICC chief

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

International Cricket Council (ICC) Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat on Monday said that the World Twenty20 format is helping cricket grow beyond its traditional boundaries.

England win the Spirit of Cricket award

England win the Spirit of Cricket award

Rediff.com11 Oct 2005

The award is presented to the team which has best conducted itself on the field within the spirit of the game.

Lorgat has ability to juggle politics and cricket

Lorgat has ability to juggle politics and cricket

Rediff.com5 Apr 2008

The 47-year-old Haroon Lorgat, whose appointment as chief executive of the International Cricket Council was confirmed on Friday, headed South Africa's selection panel from 2004 to 2007. He also served on the 2003 World Cup organising committee and was treasurer of Cricket South Africa.

ICC opens door for Associate Members to play Test cricket

ICC opens door for Associate Members to play Test cricket

Rediff.com10 Apr 2014

The International Cricket Council paved the way for Associate Members to earn Test status by introducing the 'ICC Test Challenge', which will take place every four years between the lowest-ranked Test team and winner of ICC Inter-Continental Cup.

Pak cricket trio face life ban if proven guilty

Pak cricket trio face life ban if proven guilty

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

Pakistan Test captain Salman Butt and opening bowlers Muhammad Amir and Mohammad Asif face possible life bans after they were charged on Thursday under the International Cricket Council's (ICC) anti-corruption code.

WTC rollercoaster: India's rise, Pakistan's woes continue

WTC rollercoaster: India's rise, Pakistan's woes continue

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

India claimed the top spot in the World Test Championship standings

ICC clears Zimbabwe Cricket Union of racism

ICC clears Zimbabwe Cricket Union of racism

Rediff.com17 Oct 2004

The ICC report prepared by India's Solicitor General Goolam Vahanvati and South African High Court judge, Steven Majiedt, found no evidence of racism within the Zimbabwe Cricket Union.

Women's T20 World Cup hit by spot-fixing allegation

Women's T20 World Cup hit by spot-fixing allegation

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Bangladesh cricketer reports fixing approach at Women's T20 World Cup

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.

PCB says Pakistan to pull out of 2023 World Cup if Asia Cup shifts

PCB says Pakistan to pull out of 2023 World Cup if Asia Cup shifts

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

"As such, the PCB has written to the Asian Cricket Council to convene an emergency meeting of its Board as soon as practically possible, on this important and sensitive matter,"

Resume cricket but only if there is no risk of spurt in local transmission: ICC

Resume cricket but only if there is no risk of spurt in local transmission: ICC

Rediff.com23 May 2020

'Safety first' is one of the primary considerations of the ICC's back-to-cricket guidelines and involving the governments at all stages is a must.

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Her fashion choices is one that's hard to ignore.

Khawaja reprimanded by ICC for wearing black armband

Khawaja reprimanded by ICC for wearing black armband

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Usman Australia's Usman Khawaja was reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Thursday for sporting a black armband after the global body's rules prevented him from wearing shoes with messages of support for Gaza in a Test against Pakistan.

Will cricket make a comeback at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics?

Will cricket make a comeback at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

Cricket's Twenty20 format is tailor-made for Olympics but the sport's administrators will consider any format which would ensure the game's inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Games, USA Cricket chief Paraag Marathe said.

'Some ICC guidelines on resumption of cricket impractical, will need review'

'Some ICC guidelines on resumption of cricket impractical, will need review'

Rediff.com25 May 2020

International Cricket Council recommended a host of 'back to cricket' guidelines including 14-day pre-match isolation training camps to ensure the teams are free from COVID-19. Former India opener Chopra said it is still pre-mature to prepare a fixed set of guidelines for resumption of cricket as the situation is evolving 'every day'.

India vs Pak: PCB files complaint over 'inappropriate conduct' by fans

India vs Pak: PCB files complaint over 'inappropriate conduct' by fans

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

A furious Pakistan Cricket Board lodged a complaint with the ICC over delays in visas and 'inappropriate conduct' targetted towards the Pakistan players.

DRS to make debut at 2011 Cricket World Cup

DRS to make debut at 2011 Cricket World Cup

Rediff.com8 Dec 2010

The International Cricket Council has decided to introduce the highly debated Decision Review System (DRS) from the quarter-final stage of the World Cup, scheduled to be held in the Indian sub-continent in from Feb-April 2011.

'No reason why India couldn't come to Pakistan'

'No reason why India couldn't come to Pakistan'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

PCB chief Ramiz Raja said Pakistan would not accept the Asia Cup being moved out of the country only because India could not tour the country.

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.

PIX: Check out cricket's new 'normal'

PIX: Check out cricket's new 'normal'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

Strict health protocols are in place during the first England-West Indies Test.

Two new-ball rule unfair to finger spinners: Gambhir

Two new-ball rule unfair to finger spinners: Gambhir

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir has urged the International Cricket Council to revisit the two new-ball rule in limited-over formats, saying it is "unfair" to finger spinners.

Proud to Represent India: Neeraj, Sen celebrate R-Day

Proud to Represent India: Neeraj, Sen celebrate R-Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

As the nation celebrates its 76th Republic Day, India's sports fraternity took to social media to share their patriotic sentiments and wishes with fans across the country on Sunday.

ICC, CWI delegates inspect T20 WC 2024 venues

ICC, CWI delegates inspect T20 WC 2024 venues

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Delegates of International Cricket Council (ICC) and Cricket West Indies (CWI) have started a second inspection of the venues in the Caribbean and in the USA ahead of next year's T20 World Cup.

Dhoni defies age: To play IPL 2025 as uncapped player

Dhoni defies age: To play IPL 2025 as uncapped player

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Dhoni's fans can now look forward to seeing him captivate the crowd at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium.

No India, No Champions Trophy? ICC pushes PCB to compromise

No India, No Champions Trophy? ICC pushes PCB to compromise

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

The emergency meeting of the International Cricket Council's executive board could not achieve a consensus on the much-awaited Champions Trophy schedule and will reconvene on Saturday after Pakistan once again rejected the 'Hybrid' model of hosting the event.

Meet India's middle-order dynamo for T20 World Cup

Meet India's middle-order dynamo for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Ravi Shastri expects big-hitting Shivam Dube to set the T20 World Cup alight

Television money not driving cricket: ICC

Television money not driving cricket: ICC

Rediff.com25 Jun 2003

ICC Chief Executive Speed also said the ICC is not taking all the money generated from tours.

Indian cricket's 'Superfan' Charulata no more

Indian cricket's 'Superfan' Charulata no more

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Charulata Patel, 87, was in the limelight after she was seen cheering for India by blowing a vuvuzela during a World Cup game against Bangladesh last year.

Asia Cup: Pakistan to take on Nepal in sweltering Multan

Asia Cup: Pakistan to take on Nepal in sweltering Multan

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Pakistan will begin their campaign in the Asia Cup on Wednesday taking on Nepal

ICC dedicating two-and-a-half month IPL window?

ICC dedicating two-and-a-half month IPL window?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

Pakistan wants ICC to regulate growth of T20 leagues

Govt. still mum on Indo-Pak cricket: Dalmiya

Govt. still mum on Indo-Pak cricket: Dalmiya

Rediff.com14 Jun 2003

The BCCI chief ruled out the possibility of the issue figuring at the ICC's Executive Committee meeting.

Cummins backs Khawaja on dove logo for Gaza crisis

Cummins backs Khawaja on dove logo for Gaza crisis

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

ICC rejected Khawaja's application to have a sticker showing a black dove holding an olive branch on his bat and shoes during the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan.

India to play Bangladesh in T20 World Cup warm-up match on June 1

India to play Bangladesh in T20 World Cup warm-up match on June 1

Rediff.com17 May 2024

India's only warm-up game ahead of the T20 World Cup is likely to be played against Bangladesh in New York on June 1, the day when Canada will play co-hosts USA in the tournament opener in Dallas.

'A strong BCCI based on solid governance foundations is good for cricket'

'A strong BCCI based on solid governance foundations is good for cricket'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

International Cricket Council chairman Shashank Manohar on Wednesday said that he is following the developments in the Board of Control for Cricket in India and that a 'strong BCCI' based on solid governance foundations is good for the game.

The Blue Revolution: Indian Cricket's Success Story

The Blue Revolution: Indian Cricket's Success Story

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

It is a tribute to a system so robustly meritocratic that this team represents India's diversity better than any other institution: The Union Cabinet, our chief ministers, the civil services, the leadership of our armed forces and security agencies, the judiciary and more than all of these, our typical newsroom. That is the biggest message from this breathless rise of Indian cricket, asserts Shekhar Gupta.