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How a Mobile Phone Repair Led to the Uncovering of the 2010 Spot-Fixing Scandal

How a Mobile Phone Repair Led to the Uncovering of the 2010 Spot-Fixing Scandal

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Former Pakistan all-rounder Abdul Razzaq recounts how the 2010 spot-fixing scandal was uncovered, revealing Shahid Afridi's reaction and the initial denial of Mohammad Amir.

T20 World Cup: SA Overcome Wobble to Down Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: SA Overcome Wobble to Down Zimbabwe

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Sikandar Raza's superb all-round show, a blazing 73 and three key wickets, kept Zimbabwe in the contest before South Africa steadied nerves to seal a five-wicket win and book a T20 World Cup semi-final clash with New Zealand.

Auqib Nabi's 12-Wicket Blitz Powers J&K into Ranji Semis

Auqib Nabi's 12-Wicket Blitz Powers J&K into Ranji Semis

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Auqib Nabi's career-best 12-wicket haul inspired Jammu & Kashmir to a 56-run win over Madhya Pradesh, sealing a place in the Ranji Trophy semifinals.

T20 World Cup: 'India Won't Reach Semis'

T20 World Cup: 'India Won't Reach Semis'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir predicts India will not reach the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup, despite their strong group stage performance.

HISTORIC! INDIA FIRST TEAM TO WIN BACK TO BACK T20 WORLD CUPS

HISTORIC! INDIA FIRST TEAM TO WIN BACK TO BACK T20 WORLD CUPS

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma's explosive batting performances propelled India to a record-breaking total against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Flops Again!

T20 World Cup: Abhishek Sharma Flops Again!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Is Abhishek Sharma struggling to cope with the expectations of playing in a World Cup in front of home fans?

Ashes tension rises as injuries shake Australia's pacers

Ashes tension rises as injuries shake Australia's pacers

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Scott Boland will step up and uncapped Brendan Doggett is tipped for a high-stakes debut to try to shore up the loss of a combined 604 Test wickets of experience.

Will Australia include Steve Smith for crucial Sri Lanka clash?

Will Australia include Steve Smith for crucial Sri Lanka clash?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Injury-hit Australia are considering including veteran Steve Smith to strengthen their batting line-up for the crucial T20 World Cup Group B match against Sri Lanka. Australia needs to win to secure a spot in the Super Eights after a defeat to Zimbabwe.

T20 World Cup: UAE's Siddique rocks Canada with stunning 5-wicket spell

T20 World Cup: UAE's Siddique rocks Canada with stunning 5-wicket spell

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Junaid Siddique's maiden five-wicket haul helped UAE restrict Canada to 150/7 in their T20 World Cup clash, despite a half-century from Harsh Thaker.

We must try to improve by learning from our mistakes: Pakistan ex-chief selector

We must try to improve by learning from our mistakes: Pakistan ex-chief selector

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Former Pakistani cricket stalwarts, players, and critics have acknowledged and praised India's victory in the T20 World Cup, attributing their success to a strong cricket structure, winning culture, and adaptability to modern T20 cricket.

Discarded India pacer called up for Duleep final

Discarded India pacer called up for Duleep final

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Central Zone make four changes in squad for Duleep Trophy final against South Zone

Australia steamroll India in Brisbane to take series lead

Australia steamroll India in Brisbane to take series lead

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Australia beat India by six wickets in the first Women's ODI in Brisbane, with fifties from Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney, and Ashleigh Gardners 3-33 sealing a 1-0 series lead despite Mandhana and Harmanpreet's efforts.

Sri Lanka skipper, pacer return home from Pakistan

Sri Lanka skipper, pacer return home from Pakistan

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Two senior players of the Sri Lankan cricket team, including skipper CharithAsalanka, currently touring Pakistan for a T20 tri-series will be returning home due to illness, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said on Monday.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Abhishek Sharma fine-tunes batting against spin ahead of England clash

T20 World Cup semifinal: Abhishek Sharma fine-tunes batting against spin ahead of England clash

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Abhishek Sharma focuses on his batting against spin during a net session ahead of the T20 World Cup semifinal against England, recalling his past success at Wankhede Stadium.

Pakistan cricket faces backlash after India thrashing

Pakistan cricket faces backlash after India thrashing

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Following Pakistan's defeat to India in a T20 World Cup match, former players are calling for significant changes in the team, including the removal of Babar Azam and other senior players.

Windies pacers restrict NZ with fiery spells on Day 1

Windies pacers restrict NZ with fiery spells on Day 1

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

West Indies pace puts New Zealand on the ropes in Christchurch

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan, Canada aim to end on a high

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan, Canada aim to end on a high

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Afghanistan and Canada, already out of contention, are set to clash in their final T20 World Cup match, both eager to secure a morale-boosting victory.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Bavuma backs 'unlucky' Rabada to deliver against New Zealand

T20 World Cup semifinal: Bavuma backs 'unlucky' Rabada to deliver against New Zealand

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Bavuma "puts his money" on struggling Rabada to deliver something special ahead of T20WC semifinal

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Narendra Modi Stadium: Where Cricket Roars Loudest

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

You don't just play here -- you must dare to play here because the sound from the stands crashes onto the field, and often the cheer comes back to the players like waves.

Ranji Trophy final: Yawer Hassan delivers when J&K needed him most

Ranji Trophy final: Yawer Hassan delivers when J&K needed him most

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Yawer Hassan said a calm adherence to process and an intent to respond to conditions rather than reputation helped him produce a crucial innings on the opening day of their maiden Ranji Trophy final against Karnataka.

ICC Rankings: Farhan Closes In on Abhishek's No.1 Spot

ICC Rankings: Farhan Closes In on Abhishek's No.1 Spot

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan climbs to No.2 in ICC T20I batting rankings after twin World Cup centuries, narrowing the gap to India's Abhishek Sharma as Super 8 reshuffle impacts all categories.

West Indies recall veteran pacer for New Zealand tour

West Indies recall veteran pacer for New Zealand tour

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Middle-order batter Kavem Hodge returns to the Test squad but there was no room for Khary Pierre with spin bowling expected to play a limited role in the series.

New Zealand skipper: Pressure on India in Home T20 WC Final

New Zealand skipper: Pressure on India in Home T20 WC Final

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner says India will face pressure in front of their home crowd in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad as the Kiwis look to upset the hosts.

Smriti, Jemimah star as India win T20I series in Australia after a decade

Smriti, Jemimah star as India win T20I series in Australia after a decade

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

India Women beat Australia by 17 runs; clinch historic T20I series victory

Mustafizur Rahman to play for PSL's Lahore Qalandars

Mustafizur Rahman to play for PSL's Lahore Qalandars

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Lahore Qalandars announced the direct signing of Mustafizur Rahman for the Pakistan Super League's Season 11 following the release of the Bangladesh pacer by IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders.

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Abhishek, Hardik help India pulverise Zimbabwe by 72 runs; stay in semis race

T20 WC Semi: Pujara Maps Out India's Strategy

T20 WC Semi: Pujara Maps Out India's Strategy

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Cheteshwar Pujara shares tactical insights ahead of the T20 World Cup semi-final, outlining how India can dismiss England captain Harry Brook and counter key threats at Wankhede.

England snatch victory from New Zealand's grasp in thriller

England snatch victory from New Zealand's grasp in thriller

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

All New Zealand batters got starts but couldn't go on to capitalise on them. Will Jacks and Adil Rashid got two wickets a piece for England.

200 on the Cards as India Face West Indies on Batting Belter

200 on the Cards as India Face West Indies on Batting Belter

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

India's virtual T20 World Cup quarterfinal against West Indies at Eden Gardens will be played on the same pitch that produced the tournament's first 200-plus total, with dew and spin likely to play key roles.

Australia face rebuild after T20 World Cup flop

Australia face rebuild after T20 World Cup flop

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Australia host the next T20 World Cup in 2028 but will be eyeing a bigger prize a few months before that when cricket is reintroduced to the Olympics in LA.

Ranji Trophy Final: Plucky Jammu & Kashmir Face Karnataka in Historic Clash

Ranji Trophy Final: Plucky Jammu & Kashmir Face Karnataka in Historic Clash

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Jammu and Kashmir take on eight-time champions Karnataka in their maiden Ranji Trophy final. KL Rahul and Shreyas Gopal lead Karnataka's charge as Auqib Nabi spearheads J&K's bowling attack.

Australia favorites against Ireland despite pace woes

Australia favorites against Ireland despite pace woes

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Australia, despite missing key pacers, are overwhelming favorites against Ireland in their T20 World Cup opener.

Blow for Australia! Josh Hazlewood ruled out of T20 World Cup

Blow for Australia! Josh Hazlewood ruled out of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Josh Hazlewood was ruled out of the T20 World Cup after "running out of time" to recover from a hamstring injury.

England, Sri Lanka set for spin showdown in T20 World Cup Super 8s

England, Sri Lanka set for spin showdown in T20 World Cup Super 8s

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

England and Sri Lanka prepare for a crucial Super Eight match in the T20 World Cup, with spin bowling expected to play a key role. England aims to replicate their recent series win in Sri Lanka, while the hosts seek to capitalize on home advantage.

UAE, Afghanistan in battle for survival at T20 World Cup

UAE, Afghanistan in battle for survival at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

UAE will look to shore up their middle-order batting against spin as they face Afghanistan in a crucial T20 World Cup Group D match. Both teams need a win to keep their qualification hopes alive.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai Fight Back Vs Karnataka; Nabi Takes 7 For J&K

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai Fight Back Vs Karnataka; Nabi Takes 7 For J&K

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Mumbai recovered from a batting collapse to take a 136-run lead over Karnataka on Day 2 of their Ranji Trophy quarter-final.

'90-0 vs 3-40': Santner reveals what went wrong

'90-0 vs 3-40': Santner reveals what went wrong

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner acknowledged India's dominance in the World Cup final, citing their explosive start and the difficulty of chasing a large total in Indian conditions. He admitted New Zealand were underdogs and needed everything to go their way, but India's batting performance proved too strong.

Afridi, Gillespie question ICC over Bangladesh T20 WC call

Afridi, Gillespie question ICC over Bangladesh T20 WC call

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie and ex-Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi criticise the ICC for double standards after Bangladesh were replaced by Scotland in the T20 World Cup over security concerns.

T20 World Cup: 'Bumrah was bowling brilliantly, but Miller turned it'

T20 World Cup: 'Bumrah was bowling brilliantly, but Miller turned it'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan praised South Africa's composure under pressure following their victory over India in the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, highlighting the match-winning contributions of David Miller and Dewald Brevis.

T20 World Cup: Markram delighted as SA crush Canada

T20 World Cup: Markram delighted as SA crush Canada

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

South Africa captain Aiden Markram said his side clicked in all three departments of the game in their comfortable 57-run win over Canada in their opening Group D match of the T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad on Monday.