News for 'Jharkhand State Cricket Association'

Kishan to lead Jharkhand in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Kishan to lead Jharkhand in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Following his SMAT heroics, Kishan has also returned to the Indian team for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Thala Is Back! CSK legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni Hits Nets Ahead Of IPL 2026

Thala Is Back! CSK legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni Hits Nets Ahead Of IPL 2026

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who turns 45 in July, will be playing in his 19th season of IPL, starting in March.

Finding calm in the Gita, Kishan rediscovers his cricket

Finding calm in the Gita, Kishan rediscovers his cricket

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

'I believe the spirituality he has imbibed has played a big role in this turnaround. It has played a big role.'

SC allows Bihar, Jharkhand to vote

SC allows Bihar, Jharkhand to vote

Rediff.com20 Sep 2006

The interim order was passed by a bench headed by Justice B N Agarwal.

Jharkhand cricketers get 2-yr suspension for faking age

Jharkhand cricketers get 2-yr suspension for faking age

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

The Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) has suspended 33 under-16 cricketers for two years for producing fake age certificates.

Will Dhoni Go To Ayodhya?

Will Dhoni Go To Ayodhya?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Mahendra Singh Dhoni was handed the invite by the RSS's Dhananjay Singh and Karmveer Singh.

Radhakrishnan's VP role signals BJP's South, OBC push

Radhakrishnan's VP role signals BJP's South, OBC push

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan, with strong roots in the RSS and BJP, has been elected as the 15th Vice President of India. His rich political and administrative experience will be valuable as the Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha.

Veteran RSS member, Radhakrishnan is called 'Modi of Tamil Nadu'

Veteran RSS member, Radhakrishnan is called 'Modi of Tamil Nadu'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

A profile of C.P. Radhakrishnan, the Maharashtra Governor and former MP, who is being considered as a potential Vice President candidate. His political journey, association with RSS and Jan Sangh, and his influence in Tamil Nadu politics are highlighted.

Bihar cricket body moves contempt plea against BCCI officials

Bihar cricket body moves contempt plea against BCCI officials

Rediff.com23 May 2017

The Cricket Association of Bihar (CAB) on Monday moved the Supreme Court seeking initiation of contempt proceedings against Board of Control for Cricket in India's acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary and others for allegedly violating the apex court's orders.

Bihar Cricket chief alleges JCA has ties with IPL accused, demands CBI probe

Bihar Cricket chief alleges JCA has ties with IPL accused, demands CBI probe

Rediff.com13 Apr 2014

Alleging a nexus between the Jharkhand State Cricket Association and all the accused in the IPL betting scandal, the unrecognised Bihar Cricket Association chief Aditya Verma has demanded a CBI or NIA inquiry into the scam.

Bihar cricket: Factionalism rears ugly head again

Bihar cricket: Factionalism rears ugly head again

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

Factionalism is nothing new to Bihar cricket and the ugly infighting that has been running well over two decades has robbed the state of some notable talents, besides attracting the ire of the BCCI.

Why Dhoni declined to inaugurate the 'Dhoni Pavilion'

Why Dhoni declined to inaugurate the 'Dhoni Pavilion'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is quintessentially a modest man and no wonder he has politely declined to inaugurate the pavilion named after him at the JSCA Stadium, ahead of India's third ODI against Australia.

Cricket Buzz: 'Incidents at lower level necessitate 'Red card' rule'

Cricket Buzz: 'Incidents at lower level necessitate 'Red card' rule'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

Ganguly is one of the 11 members of the world cricket committee, chaired by Mike Brearley of MCC, which announced the new Laws of Cricket, to be incorporated in the ICC Playing Conditions.

BCCI forms ad-hoc committees to run cricket in Bihar, Uttarakhand

BCCI forms ad-hoc committees to run cricket in Bihar, Uttarakhand

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Friday formed an ad-hoc committee for cricket administration in the states of Bihar and Uttarakhand.

Bihar's cricketers protest outside BCCI chief Dalmiya's residence

Bihar's cricketers protest outside BCCI chief Dalmiya's residence

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

Alleging 'step motherly' attitude by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, about 100-odd present and former cricketers under the banner of Bihar Players Association on Saturday demonstrated outside BCCI chief Jagmohan Dalmiya's residence in Kolkata demanding full membership for the state.

Check Out England's Schedule In India

Check Out England's Schedule In India

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

India have an enviable record at home, not having suffered a Test series defeat in the last 10 years.

Dhoni forced to step down as captain?

Dhoni forced to step down as captain?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2017

Mahendra Singh Dhoni was forced to step down as India's limited overs captain following his state team Jharkhand's defeat in the Ranji Trophy semi-finals, it was reported on Monday.

ICC happy with Ranchi stadium, says JSCA president

ICC happy with Ranchi stadium, says JSCA president

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

The International Cricket Council approved the newly constructed JSCA stadium to host the third One-Day International between India and England on January 19, Jharkhand State Cricket Association (JSCA) president Amitabh Choudhary said.

Former BCCI secretary Amitabh Chaudhary no more

Former BCCI secretary Amitabh Chaudhary no more

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

The former top cop was also the chairman of Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC)

'Don't know who gave him permission to skip Ranji camp'

'Don't know who gave him permission to skip Ranji camp'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

It must be mentioned here that veteran bowler Ishant Sharma has already told DDCA that he won't play red-ball cricket anymore now that he is no longer in contention for a national comeback.

Dhoni has leadership quality: Chappell

Dhoni has leadership quality: Chappell

Rediff.com11 Apr 2006

The Indian coach said Dhoni has a positive attitude and plays the game whole-heartedly.

Krishnamurthy allows president's vote

Krishnamurthy allows president's vote

Rediff.com28 Nov 2005

The observer for Tuesday's BCCI elections also gave voting right to the Jharkhand State Cricket Association.

High-scoring game on cards in the third ODI

High-scoring game on cards in the third ODI

Rediff.com17 Jan 2013

A typical batting-friendly wicket will be on offer when India and England square off in the third cricket One-day International of the five-match series in Ranchi on January 19.

Dhoni to watch first day's proceedings, confirms manager Diwakar

Dhoni to watch first day's proceedings, confirms manager Diwakar

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

The Jharkhand State Cricket Association president, Nafis Khan, has personally sent an invitation to Dhoni's family.

The Ishan Kishan Saga: Did he err by asking for break?

The Ishan Kishan Saga: Did he err by asking for break?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Did Ishan Kishan do the right thing listening to his heart and seeking a break due to mental fatigue?

SC order fall-out: BCCI acting secretary, treasurer set for cooling off period

SC order fall-out: BCCI acting secretary, treasurer set for cooling off period

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

Both Amitabh and Aniruddh have served a combined tenure of more than six years in their respective state associations and the BCCI, making them liable for a cooling off period of three years as per today's SC order.

BCCI secy had invited disqualified office bearers: CAB to SC

BCCI secy had invited disqualified office bearers: CAB to SC

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

A bench headed by Justice Dipak Misra said it will first go by the Committee of Administrators (COA) fourth status report and then will look into the contempt petition filed by CAB.

Dhoni praises Chappell

Dhoni praises Chappell

Rediff.com4 Oct 2005

Greg Chappell is a well-informed coach and knows how to bring out the best from the players, said the wicketkeeper.

Ranchi misses Dhoni as it becomes Test venue

Ranchi misses Dhoni as it becomes Test venue

Rediff.com14 Mar 2017

When Ranchi makes its Test debut, Dhoni will be busy leading his state in the in the domestic one-dayers in Delhi.

KEY decisions taken at BCCI's AGM, multiple roles for Ganguly

KEY decisions taken at BCCI's AGM, multiple roles for Ganguly

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

Board of Control for Cricket in India president Shashank Manohar on Tuesday took over as the International Cricket Council replacing his predecessor Narayanswami Srinivasan, while the BCCI's rules conflict of interest were unanimously approved by the members.

Srinivasan attended IPL meeting despite SC order, alleges Verma

Srinivasan attended IPL meeting despite SC order, alleges Verma

Rediff.com15 May 2014

The unrecognised Cricket Association of Bihar chief Aditya Verma asked BCCI's interim president Sunil Gavaskar to clarify whether N Srinivasan attended an Indian Premier League meeting despite a Supreme Court order restraining him from participating in any Board activity.

Dhoni's Ranji teammate succumbs to acute pancreatitis

Dhoni's Ranji teammate succumbs to acute pancreatitis

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's close friend and former Ranji teammate Santosh Lal, the inventor of famous helicopter shot, today passed away while undergoing treatment for pancreatitis at a hospital in Delhi.

'Heavy dew' a concern for 2nd India-NZ T20 in Ranchi

'Heavy dew' a concern for 2nd India-NZ T20 in Ranchi

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

Heavy dew has been predicted for the second T20 International between India and New Zealand, which is set to be played in front of a full house at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi on Friday.

Bedi, Kumble, Amarnath depose before Lodha Commission

Bedi, Kumble, Amarnath depose before Lodha Commission

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Former India captains Bishan Singh Bedi and Anil Kumble along with yesteryear's great Mohinder Amarnath had deposed before the Justice Lodha Committee as they prepare an exhaustive report on the restructuring and reforms that need to be carried by the BCCI.

Five domestic stalwarts drop curtains on illustrious Ranji careers

Five domestic stalwarts drop curtains on illustrious Ranji careers

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

The ongoing Ranji Trophy season marks the end of an era in domestic cricket with five heavyweights bidding adieu to the game, leaving a huge void to fill.

India's game plan ensures comfortable win in 2nd ODI

India's game plan ensures comfortable win in 2nd ODI

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Man of the Match for his 113 not out off 111 balls, Shreyas Iyer said, "I am ecstatic. When I went in to bat, I spoke to Ishan and he was of the mindset to take on the bowlers. So we decided to play the ball on merit and see how it goes.

Dhoni rested for last 2 ODIs; Shami out with injury

Dhoni rested for last 2 ODIs; Shami out with injury

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

India's wicketkeeper Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been rested for the final two ODIs of the ongoing five-match series against Australia.

The real reason behind off-spinners pale show...

The real reason behind off-spinners pale show...

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

Sourav Ganguly feels injured left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Starc's absence in the third cricket Test against Australia played a big role in the pale show of off-spinners.

Kohli undergoing treatment to heal strain in shoulder

Kohli undergoing treatment to heal strain in shoulder

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

The BCCI Medical Team revealed on Thursday that India captain Virat Kohli is undergoing treatment to recuperate from a strain in his right shoulder.

Is Dhoni influencing the pitch for 3rd Test in Ranchi?

Is Dhoni influencing the pitch for 3rd Test in Ranchi?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, on Wednesday, made a surprise visit to the Jharkhand State Cricket Association Stadium.