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West Asia Crisis Reroutes Tourists

West Asia Crisis Reroutes Tourists

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

'Travellers are considering safer and more stable destinations.'

Cricket Buzz: Anderson ruled out of Sri Lanka tour

Cricket Buzz: Anderson ruled out of Sri Lanka tour

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

James Anderson has been ruled out of England's one-day international series in Sri Lanka as he continues his rehabilitation from a knee injury, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said in a statement on Tuesday.

Kolkata, Delhi, Nagpur to host Sri Lanka Tests, Guwahati gets Aus T20

Kolkata, Delhi, Nagpur to host Sri Lanka Tests, Guwahati gets Aus T20

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Tuesday awarded three Test matches of the November-December home series against Sri Lanka to Kolkata, Nagpur and Delhi while the newly-constructed stadium in Barasapara, Guwahati was awarded a marquee T20 International against Australia in October.

Middle East conflict: ICC's finance committee discussions to be held virtually

Middle East conflict: ICC's finance committee discussions to be held virtually

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has cancelled its Board and committee meetings due to the ongoing military conflict in West Asia, according to a report by ESPNcricinfo on Tuesday.

BCB Chief Hopes For A Miracle From ICC!

BCB Chief Hopes For A Miracle From ICC!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Bangladesh Cricket Board President Aminul Islam said he has asked the governing body for time to talk to his government 'for one last time'.

T20 World Cup: 'I hope India-Pakistan match happens'

T20 World Cup: 'I hope India-Pakistan match happens'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Former Australia speedster Brett Lee would love to see India and Pakistan clashing in a T20 World Cup blockbuster in Colombo on February 15.

India will tour Sri Lanka in July for limited overs series: Ganguly

India will tour Sri Lanka in July for limited overs series: Ganguly

Rediff.com9 May 2021

Ganguly said that it will be a different side, which won't have anyone from the outfit that will be in the United Kingdom at that time.

Why Sri Lanka could refuse to travel to Pakistan for Tests

Why Sri Lanka could refuse to travel to Pakistan for Tests

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) chief Shammi Silva said that his team felt stifled by the strict security arrangements during their recently-concluded limited overs tour of Pakistan.

Sri Lanka likely venue for Indo-Pak series

Sri Lanka likely venue for Indo-Pak series

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

Sri Lanka has emerged as the likely venue for the much-awaited Indo-Pak bilateral cricket series and an official announcement may be made on November 27.

Madan Lal Welcomes Pak's U-Turn on Ind-Pak T20 WC Clash

Madan Lal Welcomes Pak's U-Turn on Ind-Pak T20 WC Clash

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Former India cricketer Madan Lal welcomes Pakistan's decision to play India in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, saying a boycott would have hurt the tournament's charm and finances.

BCB appeals to BCCI to revive India tour and fix strained relations

BCB appeals to BCCI to revive India tour and fix strained relations

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is attempting to repair strained relations with the BCCI after pulling out of the T20 World Cup in India, seeking to revive India's white-ball tour in September.

IPL 2026 Auction: 350 Players, 77 Vacancies

IPL 2026 Auction: 350 Players, 77 Vacancies

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

At the top end of the spectrum sits the familiar figure: The 2 crore bracket, where 40 players have thrown their hats in.

'You can't separate politics from sport'

'You can't separate politics from sport'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Jonty Rhodes reflects on the challenge of keeping politics out of sport as the ICC confirms Scotland will replace Bangladesh at the 2026 T20 World Cup in India.

Babar confessed how brutal criticism broke him

Babar confessed how brutal criticism broke him

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Babar broke a streak of 807 days and 83 international innings without a century last week when he scored a hundred against Sri Lanka in the ODI series in Rawalpindi.

'ICC's structural changes a serious challenge to Sri Lanka Cricket'

'ICC's structural changes a serious challenge to Sri Lanka Cricket'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

Sri Lanka Cricket is set to oppose the proposed changes in the International Cricket Council's administrative structure which seeks to place India, Australia and England in a position of power over the rest of the members.

Pakistan have settled on combo for T20 World Cup

Pakistan have settled on combo for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'We have to show consistency and move forward with the current combination.'

Babar, Shaheen in Pak provisional T20 Cup World Cup squad?

Babar, Shaheen in Pak provisional T20 Cup World Cup squad?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Pakistan submit provisional World T20 Cup squad to ICC, announcement awaited.

T20 World Cup: PCB slams ICC favouritism: 'One country is dictating'

T20 World Cup: PCB slams ICC favouritism: 'One country is dictating'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi said the Pakistan government will take the final and binding decision on whether its national team will participate in the upcoming T20 World Cup, following Bangladesh's removal

Mohammad Nawaz denies intentional doping after positive test during T20 World Cup

Mohammad Nawaz denies intentional doping after positive test during T20 World Cup

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz has responded to the ICC and PCB regarding his positive dope test during the T20 World Cup, denying intentional use of banned substances.

Can Sri Lanka halt India's winning run in 2nd ODI?

Can Sri Lanka halt India's winning run in 2nd ODI?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

Sri Lanka captain Upul Tharanga on Wednesday asked his top order batsmen to fire against a dominant India, urging them not to throw their wickets in the second One-Day International, in Pallekele, on Thursday.

Cricket Buzz: Security delegation from Sri Lanka to visit Pakistan

Cricket Buzz: Security delegation from Sri Lanka to visit Pakistan

Rediff.com3 Aug 2019

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ehsan Mani said that the Sri Lankan delegation will visit the grounds and hotels where the teams will stay in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad besides meeting the board, police and security officials.

T20 WC Chaos: Pakistan Offers to Host Bangladesh Games

T20 WC Chaos: Pakistan Offers to Host Bangladesh Games

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

With Bangladesh refusing to travel to India over security fears for the 2026 T20 World Cup, Pakistan has offered to host their matches at short notice.

Sri Lanka to tour Pakistan after India pull out

Sri Lanka to tour Pakistan after India pull out

Rediff.com19 Dec 2008

The Sri Lankans will travel to Pakistan straight from Bangladesh, where their tour ends in the third week of January. They will play a Twenty20 game, two one-dayers and a Test in Lahore.

ICC pays 46 per cent of fees due to Sri Lanka players

ICC pays 46 per cent of fees due to Sri Lanka players

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

The ICC has paid 46 per cent of the fees due to Sri Lanka's cricketers for the 2011 World Cup after the country's cash-strapped cricket board failed to pay their salaries.

ICC T20 World Cup: India game not in our control, it's government's decision: Pakistan captain Salman

ICC T20 World Cup: India game not in our control, it's government's decision: Pakistan captain Salman

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha on Thursday stressed that the decision to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India was taken by their government and is "not in our control."

Haroon Lorgat to join Sri Lanka Cricket as consultant

Haroon Lorgat to join Sri Lanka Cricket as consultant

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

Former International Cricket Council (ICC) chief executive Haroon Lorgat is all set to join Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) as a consultant.

T20 World Cup: Indian Fans Carry Celebrations Home At Airport

T20 World Cup: Indian Fans Carry Celebrations Home At Airport

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

From tears in the stands to songs in the airport, the India-Pakistan rivalry delivered agony and ecstasy in equal measure.

Naagin Derby Drama Unfolds Again

Naagin Derby Drama Unfolds Again

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

In a rivalry born of pride and provocation, Bangladesh's one ball victory over Sri Lanka felt like more than just a win, it was a tale of heritage, heartbreak and the unshakable passion that makes the Naagin Derby cricket's most emotional stage.

Big blow to T20 World Cup: Bangladesh say NO to India travel

Big blow to T20 World Cup: Bangladesh say NO to India travel

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Bangladesh refused to send its national cricket team for the T20 World Cup in India, effectively paving the way for Scotland to take its place in the tournament roster after the ICC dismissed the country's demand for a change of venue.

Sri Lanka accuses ex-selection chief of hurting team moral at WT20

Sri Lanka accuses ex-selection chief of hurting team moral at WT20

Rediff.com13 Mar 2016

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) accused former selection committee chief Kapila Wijegoonawardena of hurting the morale of the national team ahead of their ICC World Twenty20 campaign by making "inaccurate and misleading" statements in the media. "Mr Wijegoonawardne's statements are inaccurate, misleading, and defamatory, and furthermore are of the nature to cause grevious injury to the moral of the Sri Lanka cricket team, currently intent on bringing home the ICC World Twenty 20," a statement from SLC read. Wijegoonawardena was fired by the Sports Minister last week and was replaced by former batsman Aravinda de Silva. In a statement later, Wijegoonawardena accused that he was victim of politics and a selection committee would not be required in future as politicians would be handpicking the team. He alleged that the decision to remove Lasith Malinga as captain and the team for the ongoing World T20 had been discussed at a team hotel room during the Asia Cup held in Bangladesh.

Pakistan to take action against Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani over IPL deal with KKR

Pakistan to take action against Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani over IPL deal with KKR

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board is preparing to take legal action against Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani for breaching his Pakistan Super League contract with Islamabad United to sign with KKR in the IPL.

Sri Lanka demand US $2m for ODI series

Sri Lanka demand US $2m for ODI series

Rediff.com9 Sep 2008

The Sri Lankan board is believed to have demanded a whopping two million dollars from Ten Sports for a proposed one-day series against Pakistan.

What PCB said after Afghanistan withdrawal from series

What PCB said after Afghanistan withdrawal from series

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced that it would not be sending its team to Pakistan for the tournament, citing the tragic death of three cricketers which it claimed occurred in Pakistan's air strikes in Paktika province.

Pakistan eye Sri Lanka as India tour prospects dim

Pakistan eye Sri Lanka as India tour prospects dim

Rediff.com16 Dec 2008

Pakistan are considering a home series against Sri Lanka if India cancel their Test tour in the wake of last month's terror attacks in Mumbai. Sri Lanka Cricket president Arjuna Ranatunga has said his country has no security issues playing in Pakistan if India pulled out.

BPL host Ridhima refutes claims: 'I was not dropped'

BPL host Ridhima refutes claims: 'I was not dropped'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Bangladesh's local media reported on Wednesday, quoting sources in the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that Ridhima was axed from the BPL.

Work smart, not hard is Oman all-rounder Nadeem's mantra

Work smart, not hard is Oman all-rounder Nadeem's mantra

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Oman all-rounder Mohammad Nadeem will be the tournament's second-oldest player behind teammate Aamir Kaleem.

BCB firm on venue change demand, but ICC unmoved!

BCB firm on venue change demand, but ICC unmoved!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

Yet to receive any response from ICC: BCB chief Bulbul

Pakistan-India T20 World Cup: Will Naqvi break ice with Jay Shah in Colombo?

Pakistan-India T20 World Cup: Will Naqvi break ice with Jay Shah in Colombo?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will attend the Pakistan-India T20 World Cup match in Colombo and is expected to hold talks with ICC officials to ease tensions after a recent boycott threat.

Afghanistan set to skip Pakistan tri-series; PCB mulls options

Afghanistan set to skip Pakistan tri-series; PCB mulls options

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has started working on an alternate plan as serious doubts have arisen over Afghanistan's participation in an upcoming T20 Tri-Series amid military conflict between the two countries.