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Australia's Zampa misses Sri Lanka match with COVID-19

Australia's Zampa misses Sri Lanka match with COVID-19

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Earlier, Ireland's George Dockrell played against Sri Lanka on Sunday in Hobart despite the team identifying him as "potentially positive". Dockrell was forced to travel separately from his teammates, with team medical staff managing his movements and interactions. If Zampa was to be selected, he and Cricket Australia would need to operate under the same guidelines.

Shining example of determination: Modi hails India blind women's team!

Shining example of determination: Modi hails India blind women's team!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the Indian blind women's cricket team for winning the inaugural T20 World Cup.

Not in a position to host Asia Cup T20: Sri Lanka Cricket

Not in a position to host Asia Cup T20: Sri Lanka Cricket

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

Sri Lanka Cricket on Wednesday informed the Asian Cricket Council that they will not be in a position to host the upcoming edition of the Asia Cup T20 because of the economic and political crisis in the island nation.

Proud of you: Kohli congratulates women's team for making T20 World Cup final

Proud of you: Kohli congratulates women's team for making T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

The Indian women's team advanced to the the summit clash and Virat Kohli was quick to congratulate the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side for reaching its maiden final of the T20 World Cup in Australia

NZ-Pak Share Points As Rain Washes Out Super 8 Opener

NZ-Pak Share Points As Rain Washes Out Super 8 Opener

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

New Zealand and Pakistan share a point after rain forces abandonment of their T20 World Cup Super 8 Group 2 clash in Colombo.

T20 World Cup 2021: India to face arch-rivals Pakistan in group stage

T20 World Cup 2021: India to face arch-rivals Pakistan in group stage

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

India and Pakistan are placed in Group 2 along with World Test Championship winners New Zealand and Afghanistan.

Zimbabwe eye Ireland scalp with maiden Super 8 berth in sight

Zimbabwe eye Ireland scalp with maiden Super 8 berth in sight

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Zimbabwe aims to secure a Super Eight berth in the T20 World Cup with a win against Ireland, following their victory over Australia. Ireland, after a win against Oman, seeks to end the tournament on a high note despite the absence of their captain.

Sri Lanka's Rajapksa retracts decision to retire

Sri Lanka's Rajapksa retracts decision to retire

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

Ten days after announcing his retirement from international cricket, batter Bhanuka Rajapaksa made himself available to play for Sri Lanka "for years to come."

T20 World Cup: West Indies, Afghanistan in battle for supremacy

T20 World Cup: West Indies, Afghanistan in battle for supremacy

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Hosts West Indies and Afghanistan will indulge in a battle of one upmanship and strive to gain momentum for the Super Eight stage.

Sana to lead as Pak lock in ODI World Cup squad

Sana to lead as Pak lock in ODI World Cup squad

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Pakistan qualified for the tournament in April this year.

Hat-trick hero Lockie Ferguson lifts NZ to 'insane' T20 win in Sri Lanka!

Hat-trick hero Lockie Ferguson lifts NZ to 'insane' T20 win in Sri Lanka!

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Lockie Ferguson became the sixth New Zealander to take a T20 hat-trick as the visitors edged Sri Lanka by four wickets in a low scoring match in Dambulla.

How Pakistan, England are preparing for T20 World Cup

How Pakistan, England are preparing for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

England and Pakistan to use T20 series to gauge World Cup readiness

Kohli, Suryakumar in T20 World Cup Dream XI

Kohli, Suryakumar in T20 World Cup Dream XI

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

India's Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav were named in the Most Valuable Team of ICC T20 World Cup 2022.

'India assured Bangladesh full security during T20 WC'

'India assured Bangladesh full security during T20 WC'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

India offered full security to Bangladesh cricket team: BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla

Bangladesh opener Tamim rules out playing in T20 World Cup

Bangladesh opener Tamim rules out playing in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Bangladesh opener Tamim Iqbal ruled himself out of contention for the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup, saying Wednesday other players were more deserving of a place in the squad.

Scotland's late T20 WC squad packed with surprises

Scotland's late T20 WC squad packed with surprises

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Last minute T20 World Cup entrants Scotland have included Afghan-born uncapped pacer Zainullah Ihsan in their 15-member squad for the ICC event beginning in India and Sri Lanka on February 7.

India match boycott only to get Bangladesh respect: Pakistan

India match boycott only to get Bangladesh respect: Pakistan

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi said Pakistan's decision to boycott their T20 World Cup match against India was aimed solely at securing "respect" for Bangladesh.

Sri Lanka cricketer Gunathilaka arrested for sexual assault

Sri Lanka cricketer Gunathilaka arrested for sexual assault

Rediff.com6 Nov 2022

Sri Lanka cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka, who was with the national squad for T20 World Cup in Australia, has been arrested on charges of sexual assault, team sources said on Sunday.

T20 World Cup will be my last as India head coach: Dravid

T20 World Cup will be my last as India head coach: Dravid

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Rahul Dravid said he enjoyed every bit of his coaching tenure.

Yastika ruled out of World Cup; replacement named

Yastika ruled out of World Cup; replacement named

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Uma Chetry replaces injured Yastika Bhatia for Australia ODIs, Women's World Cup

T20 World Cup: Theekshana, Rajapaksa ease past Namibia

T20 World Cup: Theekshana, Rajapaksa ease past Namibia

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

Former champions Sri Lanka overcame initial hiccups to subdue an inexperienced yet spirited Namibia by seven wickets, beginning their quest to make the Super 12 stage of the T20 World Cup in right earnest, here on Monday.

T20 World Cup in UAE from Oct 17-Nov 14: ICC

T20 World Cup in UAE from Oct 17-Nov 14: ICC

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

This year's T20 World Cup, which has been moved to the UAE and Oman from India due to the COVID-10 pandemic, will be played from October 17 to November 14, the International Cricket Council announced on Tuesday.

Rashid leads as Afghanistan recall Naveen, Naib for T20 WC

Rashid leads as Afghanistan recall Naveen, Naib for T20 WC

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Afghanistan will begin their World Cup campaign against New Zealand on February 8 in Chennai.

'T20 WC final in Ahmedabad... Why not in Mumbai?'

'T20 WC final in Ahmedabad... Why not in Mumbai?'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Aaditya Thackeray's googly to ICC: Why host T20 WC final in Ahmedabad and not Mumbai?

Prez Murmu Hosts World Champions At Rashtrapati Bhavan!

Prez Murmu Hosts World Champions At Rashtrapati Bhavan!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

The Indian Blind Women's T20 World Cup-winning team met President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

T20 World Cup: 'Jadeja's absence a massive loss for India'

T20 World Cup: 'Jadeja's absence a massive loss for India'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

Ravindra Jadeja's absence due to injury is a 'massive loss' but Virat Kohli's return to form and Jasprit Bumrah's comeback would still make India a force to reckon with in the T20 World Cup, said Sri Lanka legend Mahela Jayawardene.

Travel Uncertainty Looms for Zim After T20 WC Exit

Travel Uncertainty Looms for Zim After T20 WC Exit

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Zimbabwe's departure from the T20 World Cup is on hold after Dubai airport closure amid escalating Middle East tensions.

Sri Lanka suspend Gunathilaka after arrest over alleged sexual assault

Sri Lanka suspend Gunathilaka after arrest over alleged sexual assault

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said on Monday it has suspended Danushka Gunathilaka from all forms of cricket following his arrest in Sydney over an alleged sexual assault and will not consider him for any selections.

BCCI confident of hosting T20 World Cup in 2021

BCCI confident of hosting T20 World Cup in 2021

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is committed towards hosting a safe and healthy ICC T20 World Cup next year and "will leave no stone unturned" in its endeavour, BCCI secretary Jay Shah said as the countdown for the much-anticipated event began on Thursday.

ICC T20 WC: Brook, SKY warn bowlers: 300+ totals coming soon

ICC T20 WC: Brook, SKY warn bowlers: 300+ totals coming soon

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

T20 World Cup 2026 could turn into a batter's paradise, as small grounds, flat pitches and fearless hitting bring the once-unthinkable 300-run mark within reach, leaving captains bracing their bowlers for a tough ride

Euro Nations Cup on cards as Ireland eyes 2027 launch

Euro Nations Cup on cards as Ireland eyes 2027 launch

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Cricket Ireland is planning a Euro Nations Cup, with chairman Brian MacNeice targeting a 2027 launch.

Australia favorites against Ireland despite pace woes

Australia favorites against Ireland despite pace woes

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Australia, despite missing key pacers, are overwhelming favorites against Ireland in their T20 World Cup opener.

PIX: India Clinch Super Over Thriller Vs Sri Lanka

PIX: India Clinch Super Over Thriller Vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

ri Lanka opener Pathum Nissanka smashed a belligerent century as Indian bowlers endured their worst day in the Asia Cup before Arshdeep Singh produced a brilliant 'Super Over' to win the game for his side in Dubai on Friday.

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

Bumrah called 'fast bowling's Usman Tariq' !!!

Bumrah called 'fast bowling's Usman Tariq' !!!

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Former Pakistani pacer Aaqib Javed has drawn criticism for comparing Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah to Pakistani spinner Usman Tariq, despite their vastly different experience and achievements.

South Africa reach Women's T20 World Cup semis

South Africa reach Women's T20 World Cup semis

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

The Proteas finished second in Group 1, behind defending champions Australia who won all their four matches.

Nazrul's shocking U-Turn: Bangladesh players decided on India boycott

Nazrul's shocking U-Turn: Bangladesh players decided on India boycott

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Bangladesh's sports advisor, Asif Nazrul, claims the decision to refuse playing T20 World Cup matches in India was made by the Cricket Board and players to protect national dignity, despite earlier citing security concerns.

T20 World Cup PIX: India women down Pakistan; keep semis hopes alive

T20 World Cup PIX: India women down Pakistan; keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

India registered a hard-fought six-wicket win over arch rivals Pakistan, keeping their semi-final hopes alive in the Women's T20 World Cup.

'It's A Lie': ICC Denies Bangladesh's Claims Over T20 WC Security

'It's A Lie': ICC Denies Bangladesh's Claims Over T20 WC Security

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

'There has been an internal communication from ICC to BCB with regards to security in India. But what Asif Nazrul said is a complete lie.'

T20 WC PICS: Asalanka steers Sri Lanka past Bangladesh

T20 WC PICS: Asalanka steers Sri Lanka past Bangladesh

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

Images from the T20 World Cup match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, in Sharjah, on Sunday.