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BCCI hampering SA cricketers' WTC final prep: Report

BCCI hampering SA cricketers' WTC final prep: Report

Rediff.com15 May 2025

CSA's director Enoch Nkwe changed his stance, saying higher-level talks were happening between CSA, the BCCI, and IPL franchises, suggesting CSA had little choice in the matter.

Who's next? BCCI set for big announcement soon

Who's next? BCCI set for big announcement soon

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia addressed the uncertainty revolving around the future of the board's president after Roger Binny completed his tenure and announced that the Indian cricket board will reveal its next course of action in the next two days.

Saikia re-elected as BCCI secretary: Landmark moment for Assam and North East India

Saikia re-elected as BCCI secretary: Landmark moment for Assam and North East India

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

His return to the BCCI as Secretary marks a historic chapter in Assam's cricketing journey. As he steps into this pivotal role, the Assam Cricket Association, along with its Apex Council members and the broader cricketing community across the state and North East, extends its full support.

'Rohit Is A Certainty For 2027 World Cup'

'Rohit Is A Certainty For 2027 World Cup'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

'Don't bring up this whole age issue that he is touching 40.' 'He's fit, batting well and catching brilliantly at slips.' 'What else do you need?'

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Is This Why Kohli Quit Test Cricket?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

He was seeking a new purpose -- something to reignite his passion and spark a personal resurgence. But under the current team management, Kohli felt that he wasn't getting the environment, autonomy, or energy he needed.

Why India's largest stadium failed to draw Test crowd?

Why India's largest stadium failed to draw Test crowd?

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

This was no Ranji clash, but a marquee Test opener-an international match that deserved a full house-yet Ahmedabad's 132,000-capacity stadium looked eerily empty.

'A landmark moment for Indian cricket!'

'A landmark moment for Indian cricket!'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

BCCI lauds Team India's incredible run at the ICC Champions Trophy

PCB chief to personally cover Haris Rauf's fine

PCB chief to personally cover Haris Rauf's fine

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

According to sources, the ICC fined Pakistan tearaway, Rauf, while opening batter Sahibzada Farhan received a warning for his controversial celebration gesture during the Super Fours fixture against arch-rival India at the ongoing Asia Cup.

'I Am Here': Rohit's Message to Critics

'I Am Here': Rohit's Message to Critics

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Rohit Sharma appears ready to silence retirement rumours as he returns to training with renewed focus ahead of India's ODI series against Australia.

'Never said it, don't spread fake news'

'Never said it, don't spread fake news'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Sidhu hit back at an X handle for falsely attributing quotes to him.

Ganguly set to return as CAB president unopposed

Ganguly set to return as CAB president unopposed

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly will begin a new chapter in the administration after he filed his nomination for the President of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB).

No political questions, please!

No political questions, please!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has issued fresh guidelines barring journalists from asking political questions at press conferences in an apparent bid to diffuse the volatile situation that has persisted since the India-Pakistan match last Sunday.

BCCI shake-up! Binny quits... this veteran is taking over

BCCI shake-up! Binny quits... this veteran is taking over

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

In a significant development for Indian cricket, Rajeev Shukla has taken over as the interim president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) following the reported departure of Roger Binny.

Agarkar reveals: Why Gill replaced Rohit as ODI captain

Agarkar reveals: Why Gill replaced Rohit as ODI captain

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'How Rohit has taken the decision to change captain is between him and selection committee', Agarkar added.

Mumbai Cricket Icon Milind Rege Passes Away

Mumbai Cricket Icon Milind Rege Passes Away

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

A revered figure in India's domestic circuit, Milind Rege played A crucial role in Mumbai's 42nd Ranji Trophy triumph last season after coming on board as Cricket Advisor.

Big bucks for Green, Indians cash in at IPL 2026 Auction

Big bucks for Green, Indians cash in at IPL 2026 Auction

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction saw some foreign names earning big bucks, headlined by Aussie all-rounder Cameron Green

'Heart racing, tension high': SKY on India vs Pak final

'Heart racing, tension high': SKY on India vs Pak final

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Surya-led India continued their dominant run in T20I cricket, handing Pakistan their third loss in the head-to-head encounters between these two sides in the final of the Asia Cup at Dubai on Sunday. I

PIX: Masterly Markram helps SA ace steep chase vs India

PIX: Masterly Markram helps SA ace steep chase vs India

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad hundreds help India set 359-run target in second ODI

SC dismisses Byju Raveendran's plea against NCLAT order

SC dismisses Byju Raveendran's plea against NCLAT order

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a plea of Byju Raveendran, the promoter of Think and Learn Private Limited that operates ed-Tech firm Byju, challenging an NCLAT order which has mandated that the settlement of the BCCI's claim be placed before the Committee of Creditors.

'Pakistan gave up': Former players blast team after loss

'Pakistan gave up': Former players blast team after loss

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Latif slammed Pakistan's middle order for their timid approach, accusing them of 'giving up' when the game demanded urgency.

Ashwin slams BCCI: 'Why no roadmap for Rohit and Kohli?'

Ashwin slams BCCI: 'Why no roadmap for Rohit and Kohli?'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Speculations and debates have sparked over social media since last week, after chief selector Ajit Agarkar announced the management's decision to hand over the ODI captaincy from Rohit to Shubman Gill.

Tears to Triumph: Jemimah's Inspirational Story!

Tears to Triumph: Jemimah's Inspirational Story!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Jemimah Rodrigues rose through the ranks in Mumbai to become one of the key batters for India, but the journey wasn't easy.

Padikkal Picked For WI Tests; Nair, Sarfaraz Ignored

Padikkal Picked For WI Tests; Nair, Sarfaraz Ignored

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Rishabh Pant is not fit for West Indies series, hopefully he will be available for home Tests against South Africa.'

Arya, Iyer smash centuries as India A crush Aus A

Arya, Iyer smash centuries as India A crush Aus A

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Priyansh Arya and captain Shreyas Iyer flaunted their rich vein of form by hammering blistering centuries for India A in the first unofficial ODI against Australia A at Green Park in Kanpur on Wednesday.

Tharoor on handshake row: We've done it during Kargil

Tharoor on handshake row: We've done it during Kargil

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'On the very day the soldiers were dying for our country, we were playing the World Cup in England against Pakistan. We were shaking their hands even then because the spirit of the game is a different spirit from what goes on between countries, between Armies and so on.'

Sun Group Acquires The Hundred Side!

Sun Group Acquires The Hundred Side!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Four Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise owners were on Wednesday confirmed as "strategic partners" by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for teams in 'The Hundred' and will gain operational control by October 1 this year.

What will happen if Pakistan pulls out of Asia Cup?

What will happen if Pakistan pulls out of Asia Cup?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Pakistan's reported threat to pull out from the ongoing Asia Cup after demanding ICC match referee Andy Pycroft's removal won't be particularly easy

SEE: How Tilak, Dube scripted the chase for Asia Cup win

SEE: How Tilak, Dube scripted the chase for Asia Cup win

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'My bat did its work, and they (Pakistan) did not get a chance to speak.'

'KohIi, Rohit Deserved Proper Send-Off'

'KohIi, Rohit Deserved Proper Send-Off'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'This doesn't look good for the game and Indian cricket.'

'No Indian Player Wanted To Play Pakistan'

'No Indian Player Wanted To Play Pakistan'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'They are forced because the BCCI has agreed to it.'

Kohli's Fitness Test In London Sparks Debate

Kohli's Fitness Test In London Sparks Debate

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

The decision to allow Virat Kohli to complete his fitness in London has sparked a debate within the cricketing circles on whether this was a one-off allowance to a player of his stature.

BCCI set to host Asia Cup in UAE, India-Pakistan match likely

BCCI set to host Asia Cup in UAE, India-Pakistan match likely

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

ACC chairman and Pakistan Cricket Board head Mohsin Naqvi also kept cards close to his chest when asked about a possible India vs Pakistan match at the Asia Cup in September.

BCCI cites govt policy amid India-Pak Asia Cup row

BCCI cites govt policy amid India-Pak Asia Cup row

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Saikia stressed that the Indian cricket board will continue to adhere to the policy formalised by the government.

Will Bumrah Be Picked For West Indies Tests?

Will Bumrah Be Picked For West Indies Tests?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

It remains to be seen if the selectors pick Jasprit Bumrah for both Tests considering that there is only is a three day gap between the Asia Cup final and the first Test against the West Indies.

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Pycroft's decision has not been seen by ICC as a breach of any code of conduct, but as an action he was authorised to take in his remit as a match official deputed to manage the game.

Pujara: 'A fighter who would not yield easily'

Pujara: 'A fighter who would not yield easily'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Making his Test debut against Australia in 2010, Cheteshwar Pujara went on to represent India in 103 Tests, amassing 7195 runs at an average of 43.60, including 19 centuries.

'Lot of bidders' to sponsor Team India's new jersey

'Lot of bidders' to sponsor Team India's new jersey

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

BCCI's vice-president Rajiv Shukla said the Indian cricket team's new jersey sponsor will be finalised in the next two to three weeks.

Team India Sponsorship: BCCI bars gaming, crypto firms

Team India Sponsorship: BCCI bars gaming, crypto firms

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

The BCCI invited bids for the Indian cricket team's title sponsorship rights after fantasy sports giants Dream11's pullout.

Why BCCI has hiked shirt sponsorship rates

Why BCCI has hiked shirt sponsorship rates

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

In 2023, the BCCI announced a deal with Dream11 as the lead sponsor for Team India. Dream11 replaced Byju's, whose contract ended in March that year, and had signed the agreement with BCCI for a period of three years.

India must start strong in Women's World Cup opener

India must start strong in Women's World Cup opener

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, are coming into the showpiece event on the back of a hard-fought ODI series loss to Australia, where opener Smriti Mandhana slammed two back-to-back centuries and the spinners, led by Deepti Sharma, giving a good account of themselves.