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ICC approves concussion substitutes in cricket

ICC approves concussion substitutes in cricket

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

The incoming player, who will be allowed to bat and bowl, must be deemed a "like for like" replacement approved by the match referee.

Life-ban stays as Kaneria spot-fix appeal dismissed

Life-ban stays as Kaneria spot-fix appeal dismissed

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

Former Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria's appeal against a life ban from cricket for spot-fixing was dismissed by an England and Wales cricket board disciplinary panel on Tuesday.

'I would have been the king of limited overs cricket'

'I would have been the king of limited overs cricket'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

'I am not envious of those who are making millions. It's their era and I had my era.'

'Modi using Pietersen, Flintoff as pawns'

'Modi using Pietersen, Flintoff as pawns'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2008

England Professional Cricketers Association chief executive Sean Morris has lashed out at IPL chairman Lalit Modi for using pressure tactics on players which has led to Kevin Pietersen and Andrew Flintoff being used as "pawns and bargaining chips" in a global power struggle between India and England.

All sorts of unholy alliances are still possible in Indian cricket: Bindra

All sorts of unholy alliances are still possible in Indian cricket: Bindra

Rediff.com5 Feb 2017

Indian cricket's new saviours can learn from the past and do what millions of cricket fans want: convert Indian cricket into a force of good governance and high global standards, IS Bindra writes in blog

Cricket Buzz: Women umpires to make history in Adelaide

Cricket Buzz: Women umpires to make history in Adelaide

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

Sheridan and Waldron will stand in a match between Tea Tree Gully and Northern Districts in Adelaide featuring Australia's vice-captain Travis Head.

Lee gives Australia a flying start

Lee gives Australia a flying start

Rediff.com10 Jun 2005

Australia began their tour of England with an eight-wicket victory over the PCA Masters in a Twenty20 match.

'Why should a player ask for money to play for India?'

'Why should a player ask for money to play for India?'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

The All India Tennis Association claimed that Sumit Nagal demanded an annual fee of $50,000 to play Davis Cup ties for India.

Kapil Dev swings into golf leadership: Takes over PGTI

Kapil Dev swings into golf leadership: Takes over PGTI

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Kapil is known to be a keen golfer, whose handicap was almost down to scratch at one time.

Mushtaq to leap from Sussex to Pakistan

Mushtaq to leap from Sussex to Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Sep 2003

The ace spinner asked the Pakistan selectors to consider him for selection.

Cricket Buzz: Former England skipper Collingwood calls time on career

Cricket Buzz: Former England skipper Collingwood calls time on career

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

Collingwood, 42, became the first England captain to win a trophy at a global tournament when he guided them to the ICC World T20 in 2010. He was part of three Ashes series wins over Australia before retiring from international cricket in 2011.

South African cricketers threaten strike ahead of England series

South African cricketers threaten strike ahead of England series

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

CSA is yet to appoint a permanent director of cricket following the decision not to renew the contract of Ottis Gibson in August

'IPL contract worst in professional sport'

'IPL contract worst in professional sport'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2007

New Zealand Cricket Players' Association boss Heath Mills has advised Daniel Vettori and Scott Styris not to sign the Indian Premier League contracts offered to them.

When Sachin, 15, Played His First Senior Game

When Sachin, 15, Played His First Senior Game

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

'I remember walking up to him and telling him, "Sambhal ke khelna".'

SRK, Anushka, Taapsee elated with BCCI's landmark pay ruling

SRK, Anushka, Taapsee elated with BCCI's landmark pay ruling

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Taking to Instagram Stories, Anushka shared the screenshot of BCCI secretary Jay Shah's tweet and reacted to the post with three clapping emojis. The actor is set to play former pacer Jhulan Goswami in the upcoming film "Chakda Xpress".

Tough Fight For Mumbai's 'Muslim Leader'

Tough Fight For Mumbai's 'Muslim Leader'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'In this assembly election, Muslims here will vote for one who works, but also one who safeguards their identity.' 'Their existence is more important they feel, than a faulty light meter. So yes, a Muslim representative will make a difference.'

Engineer turned cricketer is now an RCB fan favourite

Engineer turned cricketer is now an RCB fan favourite

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Shahbaz, one of the pillars of the Bengal Ranji Trophy side, is also an integral part of Royal Challengers Bangalore

These two MLAs rule the political and playing arena

These two MLAs rule the political and playing arena

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

the past few days have been hectic for shooter Shreyasi Singh and cricketer Manoj Tiwary, who have been juggling political duties with focused preparation for their respective competitive outings as well.

Robinson cleared to play for England after tweet storm

Robinson cleared to play for England after tweet storm

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

Robinson withdrew himself from selection for his county side Sussex for the T20 games.

Ranji: Saurashtra's Jackson moves to Puducherry

Ranji: Saurashtra's Jackson moves to Puducherry

Rediff.com12 Jul 2020

Prolific batsman Sheldon Jackson, who played a pivotal role in Saurashtra's maiden Ranji Trophy triumph in the season gone by, will compete for Puducherry in the domestic circuit this season, a decision which the cricketer said was "not easy".

Aussies ponder over celebrating Christmas with Big Bash cricket

Aussies ponder over celebrating Christmas with Big Bash cricket

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

The last barrier to a 365-day professional sporting calendar in Australia looks set to come down with a report in the local media on Friday saying cricketers had agreed to play Twenty20 matches on Christmas Day.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

BCCI scorers appeal to Ganguly for retirement benefits

BCCI scorers appeal to Ganguly for retirement benefits

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

17 scorers have appealed in unison to BCCI president Sourav Ganguly, seeking some sort of 'retirement benefits'

All soccer games in England postponed to mourn Queen, cricket and rugby go ahead

All soccer games in England postponed to mourn Queen, cricket and rugby go ahead

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Soccer's top flight Premier League and the English Football League (EFL) had already announced they were postponing their next round of fixtures.

Shane Warne's career highlights

Shane Warne's career highlights

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Factbox on former Australian spinner Shane Warne, who died on Friday at the age of 52.

'Climate of cricket has changed with IPL and the money it offers'

'Climate of cricket has changed with IPL and the money it offers'

Rediff.com2 May 2018

England stumper-batsman Jos Buttler says there is nothing wrong with cricketers wanting to specialise in a particular format and believes the lucrative Indian Premier League has changed the "climate" of the sport considerably.

ECB says new diversity plans to tackle 'uncomfortable truths'

ECB says new diversity plans to tackle 'uncomfortable truths'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

The ECB said a range of new measures would focus on leadership, education and opportunity to address the under-representation of the BAME community in English cricket.

Taylor, Gilchrist predict big pay cuts for Australia players

Taylor, Gilchrist predict big pay cuts for Australia players

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

'The revenue is going to go down significantly, 50% they are banking on at the moment and that's an optimistic position, I believe. The players will take a whack.'

Time will help cricketers to deal with Hughes tragedy

Time will help cricketers to deal with Hughes tragedy

Rediff.com29 Nov 2014

Cricketers at the elite level will simply need time to process the death of Phillip Hughes before they would be able to play again, according to a psychologist who works with New Zealand's high performance athletes.

Why This IPL Picture Is Going Viral!

Why This IPL Picture Is Going Viral!

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

On any given day, team-mates celebrating a wicket wouldn't cause a picture going viral, but knowing the bitter history between these former Baroda team-mates, this was anything but a regular reaction.

CSK announce partnership; Fleming to be Texas Super Kings coach

CSK announce partnership; Fleming to be Texas Super Kings coach

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Stephen Fleming will be the coach of Dallas-based Major League Cricket (MLC) club Texas Super Kings (TSK), which announced its partnership with IPL side Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

'Blasts keep happening, we need to focus on cricket'

'Blasts keep happening, we need to focus on cricket'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Afghanistan speedster Shapoor Zadran wants the stereotypical perception to change.

Fans gear up for 2nd Test at Chepauk

Fans gear up for 2nd Test at Chepauk

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

TNCA announced the protocols for allowing the entry of 15,000 fans for the match

Super 8 PIX: De Kock, Rabada star as SA down USA

Super 8 PIX: De Kock, Rabada star as SA down USA

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the Group 2 Super 8 match, played between South Africa and USA, in North Sound, Antigua, on Wednesday.

Robinson's apology accepted; he's got full team support: Anderson

Robinson's apology accepted; he's got full team support: Anderson

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

Anderson threw his weight behind Robinson during an interaction with the British media. Asked whether Robinson's apology has been accepted by the team or are some players still uneasy about it, he said, 'No, I think it's been accepted.'

Former BCCI GM Sridhar passes away

Former BCCI GM Sridhar passes away

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

He was 51 and was in charge of BCCI's cricket operations till last month for nearly four years.

Should Dhoni Have Done This Ad?

Should Dhoni Have Done This Ad?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

It is a pity that he does not take his youth influencer role more seriously and align his brand endorsements more responsibly, notes Kanika Datta.

England to go ahead with Bangladesh tour after security clearance

England to go ahead with Bangladesh tour after security clearance

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

A risk assessment by the board's security team concluded the situation in the country was stable enough for the tour to go ahead.

Here's your chance to take cricketing lessons from Tendulkar

Here's your chance to take cricketing lessons from Tendulkar

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

Iconic Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Wednesday announced an association with Middlesex Cricket to launch Tendulkar Middlesex Global Academy (TMGA).

BCCI paid Rs 50 crore as income tax last month

BCCI paid Rs 50 crore as income tax last month

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) paid a whopping Rs 50 crore as income tax for the year 2013-14, its monthly disclosure on spending has revealed. Giving details of spendings exceeding Rs 25 lakh on its official website, the BCCI also revealed that it paid service tax of Rs 2.74 crore. India's Under-19 and A team coach Rahul Dravid was paid half of his professional fees during the month gone by and the figure for that stood at Rs 1.30 crore. Besides, the Assam Cricket Association was paid Rs 3.37 crore as part of its annual dues for the year 2014-15.