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Ben Stokes to play in The Hundred: ECB

Ben Stokes to play in The Hundred: ECB

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

England captain Ben Stokes will play in The Hundred this year after the conclusion of England's test series with West Indies.

'India Will Come To Pakistan For Champions Trophy'

'India Will Come To Pakistan For Champions Trophy'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The BCCI has not yet confirmed India's participation in the Champions Trophy, which is slated to be held in Pakistan in February-March.

Mandhana's blazing ton fires India to tri-series title

Mandhana's blazing ton fires India to tri-series title

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Clinical India crush Sri Lanka by 97 runs to win Women's Tri-Nation tournament

PCB in deadlock with ACC on demanding additional compensation

PCB in deadlock with ACC on demanding additional compensation

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

PCB was caught in a deadlock with the ACC for demanding additional compensation on organising chartered flights between Pakistan and Sri Lanka during the Asia Cup.

Upbeat India aim to maintain stranglehold over Sri Lanka

Upbeat India aim to maintain stranglehold over Sri Lanka

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

After starting the series with a crushing victory, an upbeat India will aim to maintain their stranglehold over an under-prepared Sri Lanka when they meet in the second ODI in Motera on Thursday.

10 SL players opt out of Pakistan tour over security fears

10 SL players opt out of Pakistan tour over security fears

Rediff.com9 Sep 2019

As many as 10 Sri Lanka players, including senior pros like Lasith Malinga, Angelo Mathews and Thisara Perera, have decided to pull out of the upcoming tour of Pakistan, citing security concerns.

Champions Trophy-chasing Aussies touch down in Pakistan

Champions Trophy-chasing Aussies touch down in Pakistan

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

The depleted Aussies will look at Travis Head and captain Smith for inspiration as they chase the title that they last won in 2009.

Pakistan won't travel to India for Women's ODI World Cup

Pakistan won't travel to India for Women's ODI World Cup

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

The PCB chief said India and ICC being the hosts of the tournament would decide on the neutral venue.

Ranatunga fired as SLC head for opposing IPL: report

Ranatunga fired as SLC head for opposing IPL: report

Rediff.com28 Apr 2012

Sri Lanka's World Cup-winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga's tenure as the head of the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) came to be short-lived because of his opposition to IPL, a report has claimed.

T20 World Cup Final: Kuldeep Must Replace Varun

T20 World Cup Final: Kuldeep Must Replace Varun

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday?

Cricket Buzz: Stewart wants IPL cut-off date after Surrey lose Curran

Cricket Buzz: Stewart wants IPL cut-off date after Surrey lose Curran

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Curran went unsold in February's IPL auction but Kolkata Knight Riders recruited him for around $247,000 earlier this month to replace injured Australian paceman Mitchell Starc.

'De Silva, Jayasuriya were involved in fixing international matches'

'De Silva, Jayasuriya were involved in fixing international matches'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2011

Ex-Sri Lanka captain Hashan Thilekaratne has reportedly alleged that two former senior Lankan cricketers -- Aravinda de Silva and Sanath Jayasuriya -- and former Sri Lanka Cricket Board President Thilanga Sumathipala were involved in fixing international matches.

Will Pakistan Pull Out of Champions Trophy?

Will Pakistan Pull Out of Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has dismissed the possibility of a 'hybrid model', under which India would play at a neutral venue while the rest of the tournament is held in Pakistan.

International cricket set to return to Pakistan... on a wing and a prayer

International cricket set to return to Pakistan... on a wing and a prayer

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Najam Sethi said getting security clearance had put the wheels in motion but he was praying that the situation remained steady.

Cricket Buzz: Sarfraz to captain Pakistan at World Cup

Cricket Buzz: Sarfraz to captain Pakistan at World Cup

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Sarfraz Ahmed will continue as Pakistan captain at the World Cup in May despite serving a suspension for breaching the anti-racism code, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Ehsan Mani said on Tuesday.

SLC pays Lankan cricketers' outstanding wages

SLC pays Lankan cricketers' outstanding wages

Rediff.com16 Mar 2012

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has settled in full the outstanding wages of the international cricketers after almost a year.

Champions Trophy: Why Rohit won't need to travel to Pakistan

Champions Trophy: Why Rohit won't need to travel to Pakistan

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

There will be no captains' photoshoot or press conference in Pakistan before the ICC Champions Trophy, a source in the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed.

T20 WC: No Cummins, no Hazlewood: Can Australia still deliver?

T20 WC: No Cummins, no Hazlewood: Can Australia still deliver?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

A versatile and dynamic Australian unit, without key pacer Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, who is likely to miss the early stages of the tournament, will be going into the T20 World Cup with hopes of going deep in the tournament.

T20 World Cup, India Vs England Semi-final: Abhishek Faces Axe; Kuldeep Could Be Back!

T20 World Cup, India Vs England Semi-final: Abhishek Faces Axe; Kuldeep Could Be Back!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India are looking to create history, as they aim to become the first team to successfully defend the T20 World Cup, while England will be aiming to reclaim the title they last won four years ago.

'It hurts': Sir Viv on West Indies' cricket decline

'It hurts': Sir Viv on West Indies' cricket decline

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Legendary West Indies batsman Sir Vivian Richards expressed his disappointment and frustration at the absence of the Caribbean side from the Champions Trophy, urging them to emulate Afghanistan's rise in world cricket. Richards highlighted Afghanistan's fighting spirit and consistent performances, contrasting their presence in the tournament with the West Indies' exclusion.

England to unleash Archer for ODIs against Aus

England to unleash Archer for ODIs against Aus

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

England are set to host Australia for three Twenty20s, followed by a five-match ODI series. The first ODI will take place on September 19 at Trent Bridge.

BCCI anguished by attack on Sri Lanka team

BCCI anguished by attack on Sri Lanka team

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed anguish on Tuesday over the attack on the Sri Lankan team bus in Lahore injuring five players and forcing the brief tour to be abruptly called off. The attack comes with concerns already raised over the 2011 one-day World Cup to be jointly staged by India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh because of security issues.

Knee injury ends Kapugedera's Champions Trophy campaign

Knee injury ends Kapugedera's Champions Trophy campaign

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

Sri Lanka batsman Chamara Kapugedera has been ruled out of the ongoing Champions Trophy with a knee injury sustained during practice and will be replaced by Danushka Gunathilaka, the cricket board has said.

Top international stars give Pakistan Super League a miss!

Top international stars give Pakistan Super League a miss!

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Several high-profile international cricketers have pulled out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) due to the overlapping of dates with other franchise-based tournaments and many cricket boards denying permission to their players to compete in domestic T20 competitions.

Will Pakistan host Champions Trophy without India?

Will Pakistan host Champions Trophy without India?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Pakistan on Thursday said that no back channel diplomacy was going on with India after the neighbouring country refused to send its cricket team for the Champions Trophy

India to tour Bangladesh in August; check out schedule!

India to tour Bangladesh in August; check out schedule!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

This will also be India's first T20 bilateral series in Bangladesh and first exclusive white-ball tour since 2014.

Pakistan set for first real 'home' Test in a decade

Pakistan set for first real 'home' Test in a decade

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

Pakistan hosts its first Tests on home soil since the 2009 militant attack on Sri Lanka's team bus in Lahore.

Murali can get 1,000 Test wickets: Ranatunga

Murali can get 1,000 Test wickets: Ranatunga

Rediff.com16 Jun 2008

Former Sri Lanka captain Arjuna Ranatunga on Monday said he believes that ace off-spinner Muttiah Muralitharan can end up with more than 1000 Test wickets if he plays for another few years. The 47-year-old was effusive in his praise of India ODI captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and said India are on the right track in their preparation for the 2011 World Cup.

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

'BCCI's greed stands above sacrifice of the armed forces'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray targeted the BCCI over India Pakistan cricket matches in the Asia Cup

Team India's fate in Govt's hands

Team India's fate in Govt's hands

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

It's up to the government to decide whether our team should go to any country or our team should not go to any country, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla on India's travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy in 2025.

ECB monitoring Lanka crisis

ECB monitoring Lanka crisis

Rediff.com6 Nov 2003

Malinga cleared to play IPL

Malinga cleared to play IPL

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

Selectors had earlier made it mandatory for Sri Lanka players to participate in the Super Provincial One-Day Tournament if they want to be considered for the May 30-July 14 Cricket World Cup in England and Wales.

Asia Cup: PCB demands compensation from ACC

Asia Cup: PCB demands compensation from ACC

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

The PCB demanded compensation from the Asian Cricket Council for the loss of gate money it has suffered due to Asia Cup matches being held in Sri Lanka.

PCB, SLC sign agreement

PCB, SLC sign agreement

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

The PCB has signed an agreement with Sri Lanka Cricket under which the two boards have agreed to allow their players to take part in the domestic T20 premier leagues of both countries.

No change in Asia Cup schedule; matches to stay in Colombo

No change in Asia Cup schedule; matches to stay in Colombo

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

The broadcaster too has explained the difficulties to relocate their equipment and staff to Hambantota, a deep Southern district, at such a short notice.

Surprise Celebrations At '@35,000 Ft'

Surprise Celebrations At '@35,000 Ft'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

The Pakistan players were surprised with an in-flight celebration on their journey from Hyderabad to Ahmedabad.

Fate of Women's T20 World Cup in Bangladesh uncertain

Fate of Women's T20 World Cup in Bangladesh uncertain

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

However, with the current advisory from India's Ministry of External Affairs against traveling to Bangladesh and considering the volatile situation, the ICC is preparing contingency plans.

Randiv's no-ball was not right: Sangakkara

Randiv's no-ball was not right: Sangakkara

Rediff.com18 Aug 2010

Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara on Wednesday took full responsibility for the 'no-ball' incident during his team's tri-series match against India and said any player found guilty will be punished.

Battle royale for BCCI media rights

Battle royale for BCCI media rights

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Who will win the BCCI media rights? Star or Sony?

England call up five uncapped players for Australia T20s

England call up five uncapped players for Australia T20s

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

England have included five uncapped players for their Twenty20 series against Australia, and Gus Atkinson, Harry Brook, Matthew Potts and Jamie Smith have been named for the One-Day Internationals, the country's cricket board said on Monday.