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Politics over cricket? Mustafizur loses Rs 9.2 Cr deal

Politics over cricket? Mustafizur loses Rs 9.2 Cr deal

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman is unlikely to receive any financial compensation after being released by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on the instructions of the BCCI, despite having no role in the circumstances that led to the termination of his contract.

KSCA disappointed as IPL 2026 final moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad

KSCA disappointed as IPL 2026 final moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com6 May 2026

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has expressed its disappointment after the BCCI shifted the IPL 2026 final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, despite Bengaluru being the defending champions' home ground. The BCCI cited unspecified requirements from local authorities as the reason for the change.

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.

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.

Team for Sri Lanka Tests on Saturday

Team for Sri Lanka Tests on Saturday

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

Board of Control for Cricket in India's selection committee will pick the team for India's upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka in Chennai, on Saturday. The Krishnamachari Srikkanth-led panel will meet on Saturday morning to pick the side for the away three-Test series starting July 18.

Dravid to coach Indian team in Sri Lanka, BCCI confirms

Dravid to coach Indian team in Sri Lanka, BCCI confirms

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

The team will play three intra-squad games in Colombo as preparation for the limited-overs series against Sri Lanka.

Will Shreyas Iyer Be Retained For Sri Lanka Game?

Will Shreyas Iyer Be Retained For Sri Lanka Game?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing for the World Cup match against Sri Lanka?

T20 World Cup: Pak crash out despite win, NZ advances

T20 World Cup: Pak crash out despite win, NZ advances

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka but failed to qualify for the T20 World Cup semifinals due to a lower net run rate than New Zealand, who advanced from Group 2 alongside England.

Sri Lanka move ODIs from Colombo due to rain threat

Sri Lanka move ODIs from Colombo due to rain threat

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

Persistent rain has forced Sri Lanka to move the next two contests of the five-match One-day International series against New Zealand away from Colombo, the country's cricket board (SLC) said.

Gurnoor Brar: Why this 6'4 pacer is India's next big fast bowler

Gurnoor Brar: Why this 6'4 pacer is India's next big fast bowler

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

India fast bowler Gurnoor Brar has emerged as one of the country's promising pace prospects after a steady rise through college cricket and domestic performances, earning a call-up to the national setup ahead of India A's upcoming tour.

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.

Director Shastri set to join Indian team in Sri Lanka

Director Shastri set to join Indian team in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

Team director Ravi Shastri will join the Indian cricket team in Colombo on Friday night ahead of the first Test against Sri Lanka beginning in Galle on August 12.

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.

Trott to step down as Afghanistan coach after T20 World Cup

Trott to step down as Afghanistan coach after T20 World Cup

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott will leave the position after next year's Twenty20 World Cup.

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

T20 WC: Sri Lanka defeat Ireland to qualify for Super 12s

T20 WC: Sri Lanka defeat Ireland to qualify for Super 12s

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

The match between Ireland and Namibia on Friday is now a shootout, and the winner will progress to the Super 12s stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup.

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

ICC rejects BCB request, Bangladesh matches to be played in India as schedule

Sri Lanka eyeing elusive win in India

Sri Lanka eyeing elusive win in India

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

Chasing an elusive dream of winning their first cricket Test in India, Sri Lanka will begin their gruelling tour with a two-day tour fixture against a depleted Board President's XI, in Kolkata, on Saturday.

'Indian agent' tag on Tamim divides Bangladesh cricket

'Indian agent' tag on Tamim divides Bangladesh cricket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

A senior Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official has found himself at the centre of a major controversy after branding former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal an 'Indian agent', triggering widespread backlash across the country's cricketing fraternity.

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 name Moody as national coach

Sri Lanka name Moody as national coach

Rediff.com25 May 2005

The former Australia player signed a two-year contract that takes him through to the 2007 World Cup.

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.

Mayank Agarwal replaces injured Ruturaj for Sri Lanka T20Is

Mayank Agarwal replaces injured Ruturaj for Sri Lanka T20Is

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

India opener Ruturaj Gaikwad has been ruled out of the remaining two T20 Internationals against Sri Lanka following a wrist injury.

India's cricket ties with Bangladesh going Pak way?

India's cricket ties with Bangladesh going Pak way?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Indo-Bangla political tensions set to hit bilateral cricket as series in doubt

Australia brace for trial by spin against Sri Lanka

Australia brace for trial by spin against Sri Lanka

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

Opener David Warner is still looking for his first Test hundred against Sri Lanka while Smith has managed only one century in his last 18 Tests.

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.

No major changes as Pakistan name squad for Aus T20 series

No major changes as Pakistan name squad for Aus T20 series

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Shaheen Shah Afridi returns from injury and Babar Azam is recalled as Pakistan name their T20 squad for the home series against Australia in Lahore.

T20 World Cup: Can 2014 winners Sri Lanka spring another surprise?

T20 World Cup: Can 2014 winners Sri Lanka spring another surprise?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

That Sri Lanka are having to play in the group stage of the Twenty20 World Cup shows the extent of their decline since winning the title in 2014 but their recent Asia Cup triumph suggests they could spring a surprise or two in Australia.

Visa delay puts England spinners' T20 World Cup prep in doubt

Visa delay puts England spinners' T20 World Cup prep in doubt

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

With Rashid and Ahmed currently unavailable, Liam Dawson is the squad's only specialist spinner, meaning Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell may be required to bowl more than initially planned.

India Boycott Could Hurt Bangladesh: Tamim Warns BCB

India Boycott Could Hurt Bangladesh: Tamim Warns BCB

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Former Bangladesh skipper Tamim Iqbal has urged the Bangladesh Cricket Board to avoid being driven by "public emotion" while deciding the national team's participation in next month's T20 World Cup.

BCB's annual income could dwindle by 60 pc

BCB's annual income could dwindle by 60 pc

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Bangla Inside Story: Players kept mum in-front of Nazrul, BCB's annual income could dwindle by 60%

T20 World Cup: 'If Pakistan cricket can survive without playing India, they can sustain'

T20 World Cup: 'If Pakistan cricket can survive without playing India, they can sustain'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Pakistan have somehow survived the financial loss of not being able to play India bilaterally for two decades now, said former ICC Head of Communications Sami-ul-Hasan Burney.

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib set to miss Sri Lanka tour

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib set to miss Sri Lanka tour

Rediff.com24 Feb 2013

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is unlikely to tour Sri Lanka next month after he was advised to undergo surgery on his shin, the Bangladesh Cricket Board's chief medical officer said on Saturday.

USA stick with proven core for T20 WC

USA stick with proven core for T20 WC

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

USA name a largely unchanged squad for the T20 World Cup despite board suspension, retaining the core that beat Pakistan and reached the Super Eight last edition.

Pakistan promises 'maximum security' for Sri Lankan cricketers

Pakistan promises 'maximum security' for Sri Lankan cricketers

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

Pakistan have assured maximum security to the touring Sri Lankan cricket team after reports of a possible terrorist threat had put the limited over series in jeopardy.

Sri Lanka to host Asia Cup in July

Sri Lanka to host Asia Cup in July

Rediff.com6 Mar 2004

Six nations will participate in the Asia Cup to be played in Sri Lanka from July 15 to August 1.

Mustafizur to lead Bangladesh's bowling at T20 World Cup

Mustafizur to lead Bangladesh's bowling at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Sunday's team announcement followed reports that the Bangladesh Cricket Board is seeking to move their World Cup matches out of India.

Fit-again Kohli back for England ODIs; Bumrah recalled

Fit-again Kohli back for England ODIs; Bumrah recalled

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

Virat Kohli was on Sunday named in India's squad for the three-match ODI series against England next month, subject to fitness clearance.

Asia Cup PIX: Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh's hopes in Super 4 clash

Asia Cup PIX: Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh's hopes in Super 4 clash

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

IMAGES from Asia Cup Super 4 match played between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo on Saturday.

ICC team heads for Dhaka amid T20 World Cup standoff

ICC team heads for Dhaka amid T20 World Cup standoff

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

ICC officials to visit Bangladesh to resolve T20 WC imbroglio