News for 'Mumbai Cricket Association'

MCA not concerned even if its players join ICPA

MCA not concerned even if its players join ICPA

Rediff.com13 May 2003

Mumbai Cricket Association on Tuesday said it was "not concerned" even if some of them joined the newly-formed union.

'Sachin is a perfect ambassador of game and role model'

'Sachin is a perfect ambassador of game and role model'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2013

Paying rich tributes to retiring batting great Sachin Tendulkar, Mumbai Cricket Association president and Union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar has described him as the "perfect ambassador" for the sport and a "role model" for youngsters.

I apologise for my misbehaviour at MCA: Shah Rukh

I apologise for my misbehaviour at MCA: Shah Rukh

Rediff.com28 May 2012

An ecstatic Kolkata Knight Riders owner Shah Rukh Khan on Sunday apologised for his misbehaviour with the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) officials at the Wankhede Stadium.

Conflict case: CoA note defends Dravid with 'Raghuram Rajan example'

Conflict case: CoA note defends Dravid with 'Raghuram Rajan example'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

'The CoA feels that if David has declared and is not taking remuneration from India Cements, he is not in conflict'

Ranji cricketer DROPPED for black buck killing

Ranji cricketer DROPPED for black buck killing

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) has dropped all-rounder Rameez Khan from the Ranji trophy squad after he was arrested for allegedly killing a black buck in Sagar district in January.

Sachin back in the nets

Sachin back in the nets

Rediff.com10 May 2006

DDCA to disburse IPL prize for best ground to its 112 staff

DDCA to disburse IPL prize for best ground to its 112 staff

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

The Delhi & Districts Cricket Association will disburse its entire IPL prize-money of Rs 12.5 lakh among its 112 groundsmen and chief curator Ankit Datta after getting the go-ahead from Justice Mukul Mudgal, who was its observer during the cash-rich Twenty20 league last season.

Appoint new electoral officer and conduct elections: COA tells MCA

Appoint new electoral officer and conduct elections: COA tells MCA

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

The Committee of Administrators instructed Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) to appoint a new electoral officer in place of DN Chaudhari and conduct the state elections by stipulated deadline of September 28.

Rohit, Virat, Shami's epic 'Last Dance' in World Cup

Rohit, Virat, Shami's epic 'Last Dance' in World Cup

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

They took the centre-stage in the showpiece, showed the world what they are made of and walked away from the global meet with honour and distinction.

My role in BCCI is over, says Shirke after sacking

My role in BCCI is over, says Shirke after sacking

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Sacked Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Ajay Shirke on Monday said he is 'absolutely fine' with the Supreme Court order asking him to leave office but hopes that the BCCI does not lose its international standing owing to the administrative upheaval.

Wankhede all set to host World Cup matches: Rajput

Wankhede all set to host World Cup matches: Rajput

Rediff.com11 Mar 2011

The revamped Wankhede Stadium, venue of the cricket World Cup's summit clash on April 2, is geared up and ready to host its first international encounter in more than three-and-a-half years, said Mumbai Cricket Association official Lalchand Rajput on Friday.

MCA to present Tendulkar 100 gold coins

MCA to present Tendulkar 100 gold coins

Rediff.com2 Apr 2012

The Mumbai Cricket Association will shower Sachin Tendulkar with a hundred gold coins to commemorate his fabulous feat of compiling 100 international centuries. The decision to felicitate the batting ace with 100 gold coins, worth around Rs 23-25 lakh, was taken by the MCA's managing committee, headed by Union Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh.

Women's Premier League to be held from March 4-26 in Mumbai

Women's Premier League to be held from March 4-26 in Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

The start date of March 4 means that WPL will start eight days after the conclusion of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup

Kohli to receive Polly Umrigar award; Ashwin bags Sardesai award

Kohli to receive Polly Umrigar award; Ashwin bags Sardesai award

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

The India captain will become the first Indian cricketer to be bestowed with the honour on three occasions.

Commentators' box to be named after late Bal Thackeray?

Commentators' box to be named after late Bal Thackeray?

Rediff.com13 May 2013

The Mumbai Cricket Association is likely to deliberate on the proposal received from a couple of its affiliated units to name the commentators' box at the Wankhede stadium after late Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray.

In search of vital runs, Rahane grinds it out at BKC

In search of vital runs, Rahane grinds it out at BKC

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Ajinkya Rahane is scouring the missing runs. By batting at the nets in shorts spans, against a variety of bowlers, and by doing everything else that is in his control, the seasoned Rahane is bracing up for the upcoming Test series against New Zealand, knowing well it could decide his future in the Indian team.

India vs Aus: ICC rates Nagpur and Delhi pitches

India vs Aus: ICC rates Nagpur and Delhi pitches

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

As per reports in Australian media, the ICC and match referee has given an 'average' rating to both pitches.

How year's most extravagant wedding was made secure

How year's most extravagant wedding was made secure

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Three different invitations were sent out for the wedding and the receptions with top-run guests being sent a large red box that contained an intricate chest incorporating a mini silver temple featuring gold idols of various Hindu deities, including Lord Ganesh, Radha-Krishna, and Goddess Durga.

IPL fixing: MCA won't challenge BCCI's life ban on Chavan

IPL fixing: MCA won't challenge BCCI's life ban on Chavan

Rediff.com2 Aug 2015

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Sunday decided not to challenge the Board of Control for Cricket in India-imposed life ban on tainted player Ankeet Chavan despite a Delhi Court dropping criminal charges against him

Vengsarkar MCA chief selector

Vengsarkar MCA chief selector

Rediff.com3 Jul 2007

The others on the MCA selection panel, headed by Vengsarkar, are former Mumbai skipper Milind Rege, former off-spinner Kiran Mokashi and ex-pacer Abey Kuruvilla.

No fans in stands for India vs WI ODIs in Ahmedabad

No fans in stands for India vs WI ODIs in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

The three-match ODI series between India and West Indies, scheduled in Ahmedabad from February 6 to 11, will be played behind closed doors owing to the COVID-19 pandemic.

When Lata Mangeshkar rescued BCCI post 1983 WC win

When Lata Mangeshkar rescued BCCI post 1983 WC win

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

When Kapil Dev lifted the 1983 World Cup at the Lord's balcony, the erstwhile BCCI president and one of the powerful ministers in the Indira Gandhi cabinet, late NKP Salve had a different worry.

Test captain Kohli named BCCI's Cricketer of the Year

Test captain Kohli named BCCI's Cricketer of the Year

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

Under Kohli, the Indian team ended a 22-year wait for a series win on Sri Lankan soil before battering World No.1 South Africa 3-0 to hand the Proteas their first overseas loss in nine years.

How Eden Gardens fought for the WC semis and won!

How Eden Gardens fought for the WC semis and won!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Aura of iconic Eden Gardens clinched it for us: CAB president

Shetty serves legal notice to MCA

Shetty serves legal notice to MCA

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Mumbai Cricket Association has decided to consult its lawyers before sending a reply to the legal notice it received from former vice president Prof Ratnakar Shetty asking for the five-year-ban imposed on him to be lifted forthwith.

Pawar elected unopposed for two-year term

Pawar elected unopposed for two-year term

Rediff.com26 Sep 2006

The 77th Annual General Meeting of the BCCI is set to be a tame affair after reigning president and three of his confidantes were declared elected unopposed for a two-year term.

Deshmukh wins MCA elections, beats Vengsarkar

Deshmukh wins MCA elections, beats Vengsarkar

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

Backed by Sharad Pawar, Union Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh on Friday pipped former India skipper Dilip Vengsarkar in a fiercely fought contest to become the new president of the Mumbai Cricket Association.

Mumbai and India spinner Ramesh Powar quits competitive cricket

Mumbai and India spinner Ramesh Powar quits competitive cricket

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

To play in Masters Champions League post retirement

Should T20 cricket become Olympic sport?

Should T20 cricket become Olympic sport?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

Rahul Dravid has backed T20 cricket to become an Olympic sport saying that he is all for the expansion of the game.

MCA to discuss Shastri-Naik 'confrontation' on Oct 30

MCA to discuss Shastri-Naik 'confrontation' on Oct 30

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

The Mumbai Cricket Association's (MCA) managing committee will discuss Wankhede Stadium curator Sudhir Naik's complaint of verbal abuse against Indian Team Director Ravi Shastri on October 30, in Mumbai.

Ranji Trophy: West Zone teams well-placed

Ranji Trophy: West Zone teams well-placed

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

Mumbai's overwhelming innings and 108-run victory over Hyderabad helped the 37-time winners shoot past fellow-West Zoners Saurashtra and Gujarat and go top of the table with 21 points to their credit. With three teams each from Group 'A' and 'B' qualifying for the quarter-final rounds, Gujarat and Saurashtra 18 points each -- are all set to join Mumbai unless there's a dramatic change in fortunes.

Teja's ton keeps Hyderabad afloat

Teja's ton keeps Hyderabad afloat

Rediff.com4 Dec 2008

Opener Ravi Teja scored an unbeaten century for Hyderabad but Mumbai were in sight of a huge victory on the third day of the Ranji Trophy Elite Division Group 'A match in Mumbai. Mumbai dismissed Hyderabad for a paltry 251 after posting a first innings total of 602 for 6 declared and then, after making the visitors follow-on, reduced them to 166-4 by close.

Tendulkar, Zaheer to play Ranji Trophy

Tendulkar, Zaheer to play Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com27 Dec 2006

Sachin Tendulkar, Zaheer Khan and Wasim Jaffer will turn out for Mumbai against Maharashtra in the Elite Group 'B' match.

Binny straight off the bat to reduce injuries and for lively pitches

Binny straight off the bat to reduce injuries and for lively pitches

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

"There needs to be more life in the wickets at home so that our teams would not have the problem of adjusting when travelling abroad, like in Australia, where there is more pace and bounce,"

Tendulkar's fitness test on May 23

Tendulkar's fitness test on May 23

Rediff.com18 May 2006

The test will take place one day before the selectors meet to pick the squad for Test series in West Indies

Cricket Buzz: Test cricket a step forward for ambitious Ireland

Cricket Buzz: Test cricket a step forward for ambitious Ireland

Rediff.com10 May 2018

Ireland will make a giant leap when they host their first ever Test match, against Pakistan in Dublin

Will Ganguly contest for BCCI president's post?

Will Ganguly contest for BCCI president's post?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

Some of the key faces for various posts will be former India skipper and Hyderabad Cricket Association president Mohammad Azharuddin, former India captain and Cricket Association of Bengal president Sourav Ganguly, former Test player and Karnataka nominee Brijesh Patel.

Wankhede renovation to end before WC: MCA

Wankhede renovation to end before WC: MCA

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

The Wankhede stadium that is currently undergoing renovations may not have been able to stage the Ranji Trophy tie between Mumbai and Assam, but the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is confident that the will be completed before the 2011 World Cup.

WPL PIX: Mumbai Indians crush Gujarat Giants in opener

WPL PIX: Mumbai Indians crush Gujarat Giants in opener

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Images from the WPL match between Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Giants played at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on Saturday

'I struck the winning run and became a hero that day'

'I struck the winning run and became a hero that day'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

'We used to get Rs 250 for a Test match, and if the match was over in 4 days, 50 rupees were cut.'