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Stokes, Archer back for first two Tests against India

Stokes, Archer back for first two Tests against India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Both Stokes and Archer were rested for the ongoing two-match Test series in Sri Lanka

PCB eyeing home series against South Africa, Bangladesh

PCB eyeing home series against South Africa, Bangladesh

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Najam Sethi said he wants India to send their team for the Asian Cricket Council's Emerging Nations Cup to be held in Pakistan next April.

A top Test nation likely to visit Pakistan soon: PCB

A top Test nation likely to visit Pakistan soon: PCB

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

A top official of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has indicated that it is close to signing a deal with a leading international team to tour the country, which has not hosted a Test nation since 2009. Najam Sethi, who heads the PCB's executive committee, said on a television channel that he cannot disclose the name of the concerned team, but it was a leading side.

Bumrah to miss Nepal tie for a special reason

Bumrah to miss Nepal tie for a special reason

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

BCCI accepted Bumrah's request to prioritise this important personal moment, and as a result, Bumrah flew back to Mumbai.

Mendis named Lanka coach

Mendis named Lanka coach

Rediff.com21 May 2003

The former Sri Lanka captain was given the job for next month's tour of the West Indies.

Sangakkara named first non-British president of MCC

Sangakkara named first non-British president of MCC

Rediff.com1 May 2019

MCC was founded in 1787 and has been based at Lord's, which it owns, since 1814.

Can India Reverse 2019 Semis Defeat?

Can India Reverse 2019 Semis Defeat?

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

India face a replay of their 2019 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, while South Africa are set for a tough Australian challenge as the semi-final line-ups was confirmed on Saturday.

Delhi smog steals spotlight: SL-Bangla tie in jeopardy

Delhi smog steals spotlight: SL-Bangla tie in jeopardy

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

Uncertainty looms over Lanka-Bangla World Cup clash due to severe air pollution

New PCB boss targets international tours

New PCB boss targets international tours

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

The Pakistan Cricket Board's new boss wants to welcome international tours back to the country but has urged for patience because of the prevailing security situation.

If India does not come for Asia Cup, Pakistan will not go for 2023 WC: Ramiz

If India does not come for Asia Cup, Pakistan will not go for 2023 WC: Ramiz

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

After Shah's statement about holding Asia Cup at a neutral venue, PCB issued a statement saying, "The overall impact of such statements has the potential to split the Asian and international cricketing communities and can impact Pakistan's visit to India for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 and future ICC Events in India in the 2024-2031 cycle."

Give proof of govt's denial of permission: PCB tells BCCI

Give proof of govt's denial of permission: PCB tells BCCI

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board wants the BCCI to provide written proof of the Indian government's denial of permission in case the team refuses to come here for next year's ICC Champions Trophy.

Team for Lanka to be chosen on Sunday

Team for Lanka to be chosen on Sunday

Rediff.com15 Jan 2009

The Indian squad for the short tour of Sri Lanka starting later this month would be picked in Mumbai on January 18, according to BCCI.

SL contract row clouds India tour

SL contract row clouds India tour

Rediff.com9 Jul 2008

A protracted contract dispute between Sri Lanka Cricket and its players has reached boiling point just weeks before India are due to tour there.

Cricket Buzz: Warner to reconsider future

Cricket Buzz: Warner to reconsider future

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

In Australia, Warner said cricketers do not have many options apart from training in their home states as of now.

Afghanistan make their own luck with eye on semis spot

Afghanistan make their own luck with eye on semis spot

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Jonathan Trott, who took over the coaching reins in July, said it was the result of some serious hard work to get their batting and basics right for the tournament.

Champions Trophy won't be shifted out of Pakistan: PCB

Champions Trophy won't be shifted out of Pakistan: PCB

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi says he is not even considering the possibility of next year's ICC Champions Trophy being moved out of Pakistan despite the speculation surrounding India's participation in the event.

Ashwin wants THIS country to host Asia Cup 2023

Ashwin wants THIS country to host Asia Cup 2023

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Ashwin suggested that the Asia Cup 2023 should be shifted to Sri Lanka instead of being held in Pakistan.

'We will not play bilateral matches with Pakistan until they end terrorism'

'We will not play bilateral matches with Pakistan until they end terrorism'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

India and Pakistan haven't played a bilateral series since 2012/13, after that series the bilateral cricket ties between India and Pakistan have been suspended due to the heightened diplomatic tensions between the two neighbours.

PCB boss speaks on Afridi's fitness for T20 World Cup

PCB boss speaks on Afridi's fitness for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Pakistan's Afridi to be fit for World Cup opener, says Raja

Cricket Buzz: Mushfiqur wants board to decider his future

Cricket Buzz: Mushfiqur wants board to decider his future

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

The long-serving Bangladesh skipper has come under heavy criticism for the two heavy losses with critics questioning his decision to field first on batting-friendly pitches in both Potchefstroom and Bloemfontein.

SL pull out of hosting Pakistan-Australia series

SL pull out of hosting Pakistan-Australia series

Rediff.com12 May 2012

Pakistan are looking for alternative venues for their one-day series against Australia after Sri Lanka withdrew an offer to host the matches.

Indian business houses buy all 7 SLPL franchisees

Indian business houses buy all 7 SLPL franchisees

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

Indian business enterprises showed keen interest in the inaugural edition of the Sri Lanka Premier League, buying all the seven contesting franchises on offer, even as the Board of Control for Cricket in India decided not to allow its players to participate in the Twenty20 league.

Australian cricket team 'comfortable' with London security

Australian cricket team 'comfortable' with London security

Rediff.com4 Jun 2017

The Australian cricket board said it is comfortable with the level of security provided to their Champions Trophy team following Saturday night's attack in London that killed seven people.

Shakib's startling claim on Asia Cup pitch stirs controversy

Shakib's startling claim on Asia Cup pitch stirs controversy

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Bangladesh captain Shakib al Hasan said that the wicket was not suitable to score 300 runs,

Home sweet home: Pakistan savour emotional series win

Home sweet home: Pakistan savour emotional series win

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

After a decade as Test nomads, Pakistan were unsure how to exploit their home advantage.

Indo-Pak series: Sharif has given Pakistan approval to play in Lanka?

Indo-Pak series: Sharif has given Pakistan approval to play in Lanka?

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

According to sources, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has given his nod to Pakistan to play a bilateral series against India in Sri Lanka.

'Rohit Sharma is India's No.1 cricketer'

'Rohit Sharma is India's No.1 cricketer'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

Following the T20I series, the teams will play two Tests, which form a part of the 2021-23 ICC World Test Championship cycle. Mohali will host the first Test from March 4 to 8, while the second Test will be played in Bengaluru from March 12 to 16.

Can ICC convince BCCI to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy?

Can ICC convince BCCI to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The PCB has now left it up to the ICC to finalise and announce the tournament schedule and also get confirmation from the BCCI whether the Indian team will travel to Pakistan.

Aus all-rounder relives Champions Trophy semi-final vs India

Aus all-rounder relives Champions Trophy semi-final vs India

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'It's the game of cricket. You're going to miss out, you're going to drop a catch -- you've got to get on with what's in front of you.'

Find out why Pakistan suspended 16 bowlers

Find out why Pakistan suspended 16 bowlers

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

In a major crackdown against chucking, a senior official revealed that Pakistan on Thursday suspended 16 domestic bowlers with suspect actions following the ban of ace off-spinner Saeed Ajmal.

Misbah wants help from world for regular home series in Pakistan

Misbah wants help from world for regular home series in Pakistan

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Pakistan have been forced to play most of their 'home' matches in the United Arab Emirates, but have hosted teams such as Zimbabwe and West Indies in recent years.

How S Africa can become Champions Trophy favourites?

How S Africa can become Champions Trophy favourites?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Former South African captain Graeme Smith is confident that his country will end its long wait for an ICC trophy in 2023, with the Champions Trophy and World Test Championship final on the horizon. He believes the team is in a strong position to break their drought and is focused on developing the nation's cricket ecosystem ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

Malinga set to quit international cricket next year

Malinga set to quit international cricket next year

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

'I want to play in the T20 World Cup and then end my career'

Hockey India boss slams BCCI over Indo-Pak cricket ties

Hockey India boss slams BCCI over Indo-Pak cricket ties

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

'It is all about money (that BCCI wants to play Pakistan) but in times like these you have to rise above monetary gains'

Shaheen Afridi to undergo treatment in London: PCB

Shaheen Afridi to undergo treatment in London: PCB

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

The knee injury ruled him out of the second Test against Sri Lanka and subsequent ODI series in Netherlands as well as the ongoing Asia Cup in the UAE.

Buzz: This cricketer was sacked for fixing, now appointed coach by PCB

Buzz: This cricketer was sacked for fixing, now appointed coach by PCB

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Fired four years ago following allegations of match-fixing, Ejaz Ahmed junior has been controversially appointed head coach of the Pakistan squad for the Asian Emerging Nations Cup, to be held in Karachi and Colombo in December.

'It should hurt and that will make us better'

'It should hurt and that will make us better'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

'I never expected a very easy run for me. I know that we lost in Sri Lanka and against NZ and it is not a good place to be. All we can do is keep working hard and we will try winning every game that we play to represent the country.'

PCB boss makes bizarre claim about India

PCB boss makes bizarre claim about India

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

PCB chief Mani has called India a 'far greater security risk' than his strife-torn country.

BCCI unaware of Dhoni's pull-out plan

BCCI unaware of Dhoni's pull-out plan

Rediff.com7 Jul 2008

The Cricket Board on Monday said it has not received any intimation from India's ODI captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni to exclude him from the Sri Lanka-bound squad.

'Never Thought I Have Been Forced Out'

'Never Thought I Have Been Forced Out'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

'It was tough to give up cricket. But I received very good guidance from my mother. She told me to become a nice human being, whether I am a good cricketer or not.'