News for 'National Cricket League'

Casual Gaming To Gain From RMG Ban

Casual Gaming To Gain From RMG Ban

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'There is responsibility to make great games that are played by audiences, that fill the gap from an entertainment perspective.'

One for the record books! Five wickets in the last over

One for the record books! Five wickets in the last over

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

The final of the Women's National Cricket League (WNCL) saw a thrilling finish as five wickets fell in the final over the match.

'Unlike cricket, Socceroos unite a nation'

'Unlike cricket, Socceroos unite a nation'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Proud coach Arnold hails Australian team's mentality

IPL 2025 Recap: The Ups, Downs, Delight and Despair!

IPL 2025 Recap: The Ups, Downs, Delight and Despair!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

IPL 2025 recap: From Kohli and RCB conquering final frontier to decline of champions

DC's playoff hopes get huge boost; Jacks to rejoin MI

DC's playoff hopes get huge boost; Jacks to rejoin MI

Rediff.com16 May 2025

In a major boost to Delhi Capitals, vice-captain Faf du Plessis has decided to return for the remainder of the IPL while England all-rounder Will Jacks will rejoin Mumbai Indians for their final two league fixtures.

SA20 a platform to prep for 2026 T20 World Cup

SA20 a platform to prep for 2026 T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'Confirming the SA20 window for a three-year period allows the league to bring certainty to all stakeholders and assists in securing our place when planning the global calendar.'

The end nears? Dhawan prepares for life after cricket

The end nears? Dhawan prepares for life after cricket

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Shikhar Dhawan has acknowledged he's in a transitional phase, nearing a new chapter in his life.

Country before franchise leagues, PCB tells its players

Country before franchise leagues, PCB tells its players

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Hafeez said the board would factor in a players' workload ahead of next year's T20 World Cup before giving him a 'No Objection Certificate'(NOC) to take part in one of the growing number of lucrative franchise leagues around the world.

Son of a tailor, SRH's Zeeshan beats system to make his mark

Son of a tailor, SRH's Zeeshan beats system to make his mark

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

'Rinku supported Zeeshan a lot during UP T20 league. A leg-spinner needs a lot of confidence from his captain. He was brought into bowl at crucial junctures and that helped him catch attention of scouts.'

What is behind Jaiswal's shock domestic switch to Goa

What is behind Jaiswal's shock domestic switch to Goa

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Jaiswal has been part of Mumbai's Ranji squad since the 2018-19 season and in 34 Ranji Trophy matches he has a first-class average of 61.65.

'PCB's earning from Champions Trophy exceeds target'

'PCB's earning from Champions Trophy exceeds target'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has claimed to have earned three billion rupees by hosting the ICC Champions Trophy, exceeding its target of two billion rupees.

T20 Mumbai finalists honour plane crash victims

T20 Mumbai finalists honour plane crash victims

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

T20 Mumbai final: Teams observe minute's silence, wear black armbands for Ahmedabad crash victims

Suryavanshi Just Made Google's CEO Sit Up and Tweet

Suryavanshi Just Made Google's CEO Sit Up and Tweet

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

None more eye-catching than Google CEO Sundar Pichai, who posted on X, "Woke up to watch an 8th grader play in the IPL!!!! What a debut."

Karun's IPL Resurrection After 1,076 Days!

Karun's IPL Resurrection After 1,076 Days!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Karun Nair captured the hearts of cricket romantics even though his side -- Delhi Capitals -- lost to Mumbai Indians in a humdinger in IPL 2025 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday, April 13, 2025.

Uncapped Indians, the secret of Punjab's success: Ponting

Uncapped Indians, the secret of Punjab's success: Ponting

Rediff.com29 May 2025

In an interview to PTI ahead of the IPL play-offs, Ponting covered all areas that got the franchise much-needed success. Excerpts from the interaction.

Karun, Sudharsan or Shreyas? Who will make the cut for England Tests?

Karun, Sudharsan or Shreyas? Who will make the cut for England Tests?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

There are at least six contenders for a couple of reserve middle-order slots for the five-Test series in England, starting in June.

Did Big Three ignore ICC's study to save Test cricket?

Did Big Three ignore ICC's study to save Test cricket?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

Hockley, when asked about the report, denied suggestions that the powerful nations were turning a blind eye to Test cricket, saying he had met Snedden during the New Zealand-Australia first Test in Wellington and conveyed to him that Australia was very much committed to help ICC ensure all the three formats flourish.

Will Rahul Recover In Time For IPL 2024?

Will Rahul Recover In Time For IPL 2024?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

K L Rahul is slogging it out at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru as he attempts to make a comeback to cricket during IPL 2024.

Gujarat Titans host CSK with top-two finish in sight

Gujarat Titans host CSK with top-two finish in sight

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Gujarat Titans will be aiming for a top-two spot even as Chennai Super Kings continue planning for the future when the two teams meet in the Indian Premier League match in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Travis Head prioritises Tests; limits franchise cricket

Travis Head prioritises Tests; limits franchise cricket

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Having had a great run for the 'Orange Army' this season, Travis Head is keen on coming back to IPL next year too.

Can Axar Patel bring DC the elusive trophy?

Can Axar Patel bring DC the elusive trophy?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

In all, Axar has led in 24 matches across all formats, winning 12, losing 10 and two matches ended in a draw.

No Place For Senior Pros In Pak T20 Side!

No Place For Senior Pros In Pak T20 Side!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Pakistan selectors rule out T20 role for Babar, Rizwan and Afridi in near future

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Mandaviya addresses state of Indian football

Cricket Buzz: Bangladesh's Kazi gets 2-year ban for doping violation

Cricket Buzz: Bangladesh's Kazi gets 2-year ban for doping violation

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Young Bangladesh pacer Kazi Anik Islam has been handed a two-year ban by the Bangladesh Cricket Board for failing a dope test in 2018. Kazi, who was Bangladesh's leading wicket-taker in the 2018 Under-19 World Cup, tested positive for Methamphetamine, a prohibited substance, during a National Cricket League game in the same year. The 21-year-old admitted to the offence.

Ranji Trophy: Gujarat, Himachal in battle for quarter-final spot

Ranji Trophy: Gujarat, Himachal in battle for quarter-final spot

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh are set for a high-stakes clash as they battle for the final quarter-final spot from Elite Group B.

Sore ankle, 'personal views' behind Starc's Champions Trophy pull-out

Sore ankle, 'personal views' behind Starc's Champions Trophy pull-out

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Australia pace spearhead Mitchell Starc said a sore ankle and his "personal views" were behind his decision to pull out of the Champions Trophy.

Mission is trophy, not just beating Pakistan: Gambhir

Mission is trophy, not just beating Pakistan: Gambhir

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to play crucial roles in the upcoming Champions Trophy, asserting their "massive value" to the team.

Kapil Dev to promote cricket in China

Kapil Dev to promote cricket in China

Rediff.com29 Aug 2007

He has been invited to China by the Shanghai-based Indian Association.

This Batter's Back After Heart Surgery!

This Batter's Back After Heart Surgery!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Yash Dhull, who captained India to the Under-19 World Cup title in 2022, has made a comeback to cricket two months after undergoing surgery for a hole in his heart.

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The Islamabad high court is set to hear the petitions requesting the suspension of sentences to Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the 190 million Pound Al-Qadir Trust case on June 11.

Did Nigam Outshine Everyone At Chepauk?

Did Nigam Outshine Everyone At Chepauk?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

K L Rahul set the stage with a stylish 77, but 20-year-old Vipraj Nigam's fearless spell in front of a stadium full of CSK fans truly turned the tide.

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award.

Rule Change! IPL Sides Allowed Temporary Signings

Rule Change! IPL Sides Allowed Temporary Signings

Rediff.com14 May 2025

IPL allows temporary replacements considering non-availability of a few foreign players

'KL Rahul deserves a spot in India's T20 team'

'KL Rahul deserves a spot in India's T20 team'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

K L Rahul has been the standout wicketkeeper-batter in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) thus far and is a contender for a spot in the national T20 team, reckons former South Africa and Mumbai Indians' head coach Mark Boucher.

How S Africa can become Champions Trophy favourites?

How S Africa can become Champions Trophy favourites?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Former South African captain Graeme Smith is confident that his country will end its long wait for an ICC trophy in 2023, with the Champions Trophy and World Test Championship final on the horizon. He believes the team is in a strong position to break their drought and is focused on developing the nation's cricket ecosystem ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

LS passes Bill to ban online money games, proposes 3-yr jail, Rs 1 cr fine

LS passes Bill to ban online money games, proposes 3-yr jail, Rs 1 cr fine

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

The Indian government has introduced a bill in the Lok Sabha to ban online games played with money, aiming to curb addiction, money laundering, and financial fraud. The bill also targets advertisements and financial transactions related to such games.

Goa Crime Branch Arrests 34 in IPL Betting Racket

Goa Crime Branch Arrests 34 in IPL Betting Racket

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Assets Worth Rs 40 Lakh Seized

Fans Miss Dhoni At India-New Zealand Game

Fans Miss Dhoni At India-New Zealand Game

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Even though Mahendra Singh Dhoni has retired, a large number of young fans could be seen wearing his iconic No. 7 jersey.

Murad steps in for Shakib in crucial South Africa Test

Murad steps in for Shakib in crucial South Africa Test

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Shakib had earlier said he was almost certain he will not return home for a farewell Test following public anger over his silence during deadly protests in the country.

PIX: Grandeur, Patriotic Fervour Mark IPL Closing Gala

PIX: Grandeur, Patriotic Fervour Mark IPL Closing Gala

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Images from the IPL 2025 closing ceremony ahead of the final between RCB and Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.