News for 'Mumbai Cricket Association'

Lucky I am back on my feet playing cricket again: Rohit

Lucky I am back on my feet playing cricket again: Rohit

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

Playing his first Test in more than a year after recovering from a career-threatening injury, Rohit Sharma said he wants to live in the present and let bygones be bygones.

Mumbai T20I: BCCI top brass embroiled in pass fiasco

Mumbai T20I: BCCI top brass embroiled in pass fiasco

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

The friction between the BCCI's top brass and the Committee of Administrators (COA) again came to the forefront when the distribution of complimentary passes for the third India-i Lanka T20 International led to a tussle between the two sides.

Tendulkar set for Sep comeback

Tendulkar set for Sep comeback

Rediff.com19 Jul 2003

The master blaster will play for Mumbai against the Rest of India.

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.

Pawar quits marketing team

Pawar quits marketing team

Rediff.com15 Oct 2005

Sharad Pawar resigned from BCCI's Marketing Committee, a move that could destabilise the recent uneasy truce among rival factions

Pawar for BCCI presidentship

Pawar for BCCI presidentship

Rediff.com19 Sep 2004

The post will become vacant as incumbent Jagmohan Dalmiya is set to complete his term this month-end.

Bedi asks youngsters to focus on fitness, rhythm

Bedi asks youngsters to focus on fitness, rhythm

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

Spin legend Bishen Singh Bedi on Tuesday advised young and aspiring slow bowlers to focus on rhythmic body movements and fitness to excel at the game.

Can Rohit, Dravid break India's WC curse? Ganguly Speaks Out!

Can Rohit, Dravid break India's WC curse? Ganguly Speaks Out!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Rohit, Dravid will find way to succeed: Ganguly on ICC World Cup 2023

Get Manjrekar back as commentator: MCA official to BCCI

Get Manjrekar back as commentator: MCA official to BCCI

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

Mumbai Cricket Association's members are unhappy with the treatment meted out to former India player Sanjay Manjrekar, who has been sacked as the commentator.

Why Punjab's Mohali stadium was snubbed for 2023 ODI World Cup

Why Punjab's Mohali stadium was snubbed for 2023 ODI World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

'The current stadium in Mohali did not meet the standards of ICC and hence was denied matches.'

'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.'

A light training session for Sachin

A light training session for Sachin

Rediff.com10 May 2006

Acting more challenging than cricket: Sachin

Acting more challenging than cricket: Sachin

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

'For so many years, I did whatever I wanted to do and the camera captured that.' 'But then suddenly I was asked to do particular things and then the camera captured that, so it was a bit different for me, a big change.'

Yuvraj returns to action

Yuvraj returns to action

Rediff.com12 Jan 2007

The left-hander looked a little gingerly fielding at his regular backward point but carved out a careful 62.

Tickets for IPL semis exorbitantly priced

Tickets for IPL semis exorbitantly priced

Rediff.com27 May 2008

The tickets for the Indian Premier League semi-final matches, to be held at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on May 30 and 31, are going to cost the cricket fans dear with the rates fixed between Rs 1000 and Rs 12000 for most stands barring the popular East Lower. This is double the amount the fans paid for the matches during the league stages.

Tendulkar set to become Mumbai's school cricket brand ambassador

Tendulkar set to become Mumbai's school cricket brand ambassador

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

According to Mumbai School Sports Association president Father Jude Rodrigues, the master batsman has almost given his nod to the proposal.

Tendulkar's fitness test on May 23

Tendulkar's fitness test on May 23

Rediff.com18 May 2006

The test would take place in the presence of Andrew Leipus and selection committee chairman Kiran More.

IPL 2023: Gujarat Titans to take on Chennai Super Kings in opener

IPL 2023: Gujarat Titans to take on Chennai Super Kings in opener

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

The BCCI on Friday announced the fixtures of the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League

Yusuf Pathan slams 86 as Baroda beat Mumbai in T20 match

Yusuf Pathan slams 86 as Baroda beat Mumbai in T20 match

Rediff.com20 Oct 2011

Yusuf Pathan hammered an unbeaten 86 as Baroda defeated Mumbai by 15 runs in the opening match of West Zone T20 tournament, at the Saurashtra Cricket Association (SCA) stadium, in Rajkot, on Thursday.

Former India seamer Roger Binny is new BCCI president

Former India seamer Roger Binny is new BCCI president

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Binny succeeds former India captain Sourav Ganguly.

MCA plan Platinum jubilee ODI

MCA plan Platinum jubilee ODI

Rediff.com30 Sep 2005

The BCCI has given Mumbai Cricket Association the permission to host an ODI to mark its Platinum jubilee

Sharad Pawar elected MCA president unopposed

Sharad Pawar elected MCA president unopposed

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

Sharad Pawar will be elected unopposed as Mumbai Cricket Association president after BJP leader Gopinath Munde's appeal against the rejection of his application to contest for the top post in Friday's polls was turned down.

Fire officials unhappy with Wankhede safety norms

Fire officials unhappy with Wankhede safety norms

Rediff.com18 Feb 2011

Expressing displeasure at the non-compliance of fire safety norms at the revamped Wankhede stadium, venue of the 2011 World Cup final, the city fire brigade department on Friday said it will seek a reply from the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) in this regard.

Why Indian cricket must thank Vasant Raiji

Why Indian cricket must thank Vasant Raiji

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

'With his passing comes the end of Indian cricket history.'

Tambe retires, withdraws and retires yet again to play in CPL

Tambe retires, withdraws and retires yet again to play in CPL

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

The BCCI will not stop veteran leg-spinner Pravin Tambe from playing for Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League as it has been confirmed that he has officially retired, albeit second time having withdrawn on the first occasion. The 48-year-old Tambe is set to become first Indian player to play in the CPL. As per BCCI rules, he is now eligible having announced his retirement from all forms of cricket.

Shinde to replace Munaf Patel

Shinde to replace Munaf Patel

Rediff.com27 Sep 2004

In another change, Rohit Sharma will replace Onkar Khanwilkar in Mumbai side for the three-day match against the Australians.

Tambe in trouble after playing T20 with banned Ashraful in US

Tambe in trouble after playing T20 with banned Ashraful in US

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

Veteran Rajasthan Royals leg-spinner Praveen Tambe has come under the spotlight after it was learnt that he had played an unsanctioned T20 match in the United States alongside tainted Bangladesh cricketer Mohammed Ashraful, who has been banned on charges of match-fixing.

You can't be an administrator forever: Ganguly

You can't be an administrator forever: Ganguly

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Sourav Ganguly is set to be replaced as BCCI president by 1983 World Cup winning-team member Roger Binny.

Cricketers set to meet on 'conflict of interest' issue

Cricketers set to meet on 'conflict of interest' issue

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Several top cricketers are expected to attend the meeting in the presence of at least one Committee of Administrators (CoA) member. They are expected to deliberate on the issue at length.

Gavaskar on pitch row: 'Stop taking potshots at India'

Gavaskar on pitch row: 'Stop taking potshots at India'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar dismissed conspiracy theories around the pitch for the World Cup semi-final between India and New Zealand, asking the "morons" to shut up and stop taking potshots at the hosts.

Rousing welcome for Natarajan, Rahane, Shardul

Rousing welcome for Natarajan, Rahane, Shardul

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Chants of 'aala re aala Ajinkya aala' headlined a red carpet welcome for Ajinkya Rahane

Indian probables to be picked on August 4

Indian probables to be picked on August 4

Rediff.com29 Jul 2003

The selectors will meet in Bangalore to pick the 25 probables for the month long conditioning camp.

MCA to refund India-Australia match ticket money

MCA to refund India-Australia match ticket money

Rediff.com12 Nov 2009

The Mumbai Cricket Association has decided to refund the ticket money paid by spectators to watch the seventh and final One-Day International between India and Australia, which was washed out without a bowl being bowled on Wednesday. The modalities of refunding the ticket money will be decided on Friday said MCA vice-president and former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar.

Whatmore named Baroda coach, Director of Cricket

Whatmore named Baroda coach, Director of Cricket

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Following a dismal season, Whatmore had parted ways with Kerala after spending three years with the southern side.

MCA beat Lankans in a thriller

MCA beat Lankans in a thriller

Rediff.com22 Oct 2005

Mumbai beat Sri Lanka by three wickets with a ball to spare in the warm-up game on Saturday

AB de Villiers retires from all forms of cricket

AB de Villiers retires from all forms of cricket

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

The 37-year-old South African cricketer's decision effectively also ended his association with his IPL franchise, Royal Challengers Bangalore.

2011 WC final tickets between Rs 8,000-15,000?

2011 WC final tickets between Rs 8,000-15,000?

Rediff.com20 May 2010

The Mumbai Cricket Association, which is playing host to three matches in the 2011 World Cup including the final at its Wankhede Stadium, has decided to keep different ticket rates for the three ties.

Hotel rates in Ahmedabad skyrocket for Indo-Pak WC tie

Hotel rates in Ahmedabad skyrocket for Indo-Pak WC tie

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

India will begin its campaign on October 8 against Australia in Chennai.

Pathan to miss Duleep Trophy opener

Pathan to miss Duleep Trophy opener

Rediff.com12 Feb 2005

The left arm seamer has been advised by team physio John Gloster rest his side strain.