News for 'WTC Final'

It's better to stay a bit underdone than overdone: Cummins

It's better to stay a bit underdone than overdone: Cummins

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Australia captain Pat Cummins doesn't mind staying a bit undercooked going into the high-octane WTC final against India.

Not Finished! Says Gill

Not Finished! Says Gill

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

After the game, Shubman Gill expressed his determination to bounce back through a heartfelt tweet.

Ashwin ends WTC as leading wicket-taker

Ashwin ends WTC as leading wicket-taker

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

With his four-wicket tally in the WTC final, Ashwin surpassed Australian pacer Pat Cummins who had 70 wickets to his name from 14 Tests

'Gambhir will get the best out of India's talent'

'Gambhir will get the best out of India's talent'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

England coach Brendon McCullum on Monday described his Indian counterpart Gautam Gambhir as a "strong leader of men", backing him to achieve success with the national team in near future.

Hayden reveals reason for India's ICC title drought

Hayden reveals reason for India's ICC title drought

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Hayden advises Team India to forget about outcome in WTC final

Khawaja, not Warner, the real threat for India

Khawaja, not Warner, the real threat for India

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

With a massive 1,608 runs in the WTC 2021-2023 cycle, Khawaja was the major reason Australia qualified for the WTC final.

Aussies Watch Out! The King Is In The Mood

Aussies Watch Out! The King Is In The Mood

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'Virat Kohli is getting into the groove ahead of the #WTC23 Final'.

Jadeja's Sword-Wielding Brilliance

Jadeja's Sword-Wielding Brilliance

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

In an impressive display, Jadeja notched up his 20th Test fifty in 84 balls, featuring five boundaries and two sixes.

Marsh-led Australia chase history at T20 World Cup

Marsh-led Australia chase history at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Australia might experiment in the group stage to find their best XI. Leg-spinner Adam Zampa will play a crucial role while left-arm spinner Ashton Agar is also expected to be in the mix.

Kishan opts out of Duleep Trophy just a month ahead of WI tour

Kishan opts out of Duleep Trophy just a month ahead of WI tour

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

It was learnt that once Kishan conveyed his decision, Tripura selector Jayanta Dey wanted Wriddhiman Saha and he was also contacted.

2-tier Test system; T20 WC expansion: Key points of ICC meeting

2-tier Test system; T20 WC expansion: Key points of ICC meeting

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The much-debated idea of a two-tier Test system, expansion of the T20 World Cup and ratification of new members are some of the topics that will be discussed in depth during the four-day AGM of the International Cricket Council.

Has Batter Kohli Lost His Mojo?

Has Batter Kohli Lost His Mojo?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

The decline in Kohli's Test batting average is particularly alarming. It has now plummeted to an eight-year low of 48.74.

Blame The Players, But No Touching BCCI Please!

Blame The Players, But No Touching BCCI Please!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Has any cricketing legend asked the all-powerful BCCI Secretary Jay A Shah how selections are taking place without a chief selector in place for the last four months? Who takes all the important decisions at selection meetings?, asks Harish Kotian.

Australia are World No 1 Test team

Australia are World No 1 Test team

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

In the previous update, India had more points in their kitty despite being tied with Australia at 118 rating points each.

Australia itching to snatch back dominance from India

Australia itching to snatch back dominance from India

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

'That's one we need to tick off, definitely, in particular at home... we should pretty much win every series here at home.'

Here's what BCCI has planned before the WTC bio-bubble

Here's what BCCI has planned before the WTC bio-bubble

Rediff.com15 May 2021

'Everyone in the contingent will be undergoing 14-day quarantine in India'

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

How Lamb played hand in Tendulkar's maiden Test ton

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Speaking to PTI, Lamb also spoke passionately about his playing days with Kapil Dev in County cricket and why he rates Sachin Tendulkar over Sunil Gavaskar and Virat Kohli.

Aus veteran Khawaja ready to mentor teenager Konstas

Aus veteran Khawaja ready to mentor teenager Konstas

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Konstas has been drafted in to replace Marnus Labuschagne, who opened in the World Test Championship final alongside Khawaja but failed to impress as Australia lost to South Africa by five wickets.

Coach Dravid:'India consistently playing good cricket'

Coach Dravid:'India consistently playing good cricket'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Outgoing head coach Rahul Dravid expressed his confidence in India's ability to win their first ICC trophy in over a decade

Green or Starc: Who will Aus pick for 2nd Test?

Green or Starc: Who will Aus pick for 2nd Test?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Green's return would allow Australia to harness uncapped Matt Kuhnemann with Nathan Lyon and Todd Murphy in a three-pronged spin attack

Why SCG's pitch has a 'huge connection' to India

Why SCG's pitch has a 'huge connection' to India

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Australia have typically struggled in sub-continent conditions and a pitch which could assist the spinners is expected at the SCG, keeping in mind the upcoming tour of India in February.

Ashes fate uncertain for Warner

Ashes fate uncertain for Warner

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Warner has struggled for runs in recent Tests, making a total of 26 in three innings in the recent tour of India before returning home injured.

Gill, Jaiswal, Pant must carry Kohli's legacy: Vaughan

Gill, Jaiswal, Pant must carry Kohli's legacy: Vaughan

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'They (Gill, Jaiswal and Pant) now have to drag this Indian Test team forward like Virat did single-handedly.'

India lead WTC table with 14 points

India lead WTC table with 14 points

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

England are placed fourth with two points. They also lost two points, earned from the drawn opening match in Nottingham, because of their slow over rate.

'You should ask Kohli what shot he played'

'You should ask Kohli what shot he played'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Gavaskar said Indian batters erred persistently around their personal landmarks, citing a pattern.

Shubman Gill: The rising star under Kohli's wings

Shubman Gill: The rising star under Kohli's wings

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Virat Kohli keen to help Shubman Gill grow and understand his potential

Rohit, Pujara, Rahane stroll in the rain

Rohit, Pujara, Rahane stroll in the rain

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

'If it was up to me, Dubai would always host a one off match like this WTC game. Neutral venue, fabulous stadium, guaranteed weather, excellent training facilities and a travel hub!' KP tweeted.

'I have got no sympathy for my journey'

'I have got no sympathy for my journey'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

'I don't give myself one second of sympathy. That's why I put that tweet because I wanted closure. I hated the fact that people are giving me sympathy, I just couldn't take it anymore.'

Pink Test special: Konstas honours family's cancer battle

Pink Test special: Konstas honours family's cancer battle

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Konstas revealed how his cousin died of leukemia and his grandpa of bowel cancer, and expressed hope the match at SCG would continue to raise awareness about the disease.

Southee lauds 'tremendous' Rohit; bats for changes in WTC format

Southee lauds 'tremendous' Rohit; bats for changes in WTC format

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Southee said the team has prepared well for the marquee Test against India

How does Gill handle pressure of the immense fame and success?

How does Gill handle pressure of the immense fame and success?

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Shubman Gill is pegged as the next big thing in Indian cricket having quickly risen to top in all formats. But how does the youngster handle the immense pressure?

India don't have any chinks in armour: Latham

India don't have any chinks in armour: Latham

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Even though India's all-round struggles in the ongoing series have compounded their issues, there were some soothing words from the opposition camp, which has not put a foot wrong on this trip.

Ind tour of Aus: Finch backs Carey and Pant to shine

Ind tour of Aus: Finch backs Carey and Pant to shine

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Former Australian skipper Aaron Finch said that Alex Carey and Rishabh Pant, two left-handed wicketkeeper-batters will be extremely important for their respective sides during the highly-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India.

India's complete dominance in 2024 as Shah gets ICC reigns

India's complete dominance in 2024 as Shah gets ICC reigns

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Here's a wrap of all major international episodes in 2024.

Kohli Or Smith: Who's Better?

Kohli Or Smith: Who's Better?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

'Steve Smith, according to me, is the best Test player of this generation. He has displayed that his adaptability is absolutely brilliant. You take any cricketer of this generation... in 85-90 Tests, he has an average of 60 which is quite unbelievable.'

'That mace is in safe hands'

'That mace is in safe hands'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Australia defeated India by 209 after the latter lost 7 wickets for the addition of just 70 runs on fifth and final day on Sunday.

Will Delhi's Kohli, Pant play Ranji Trophy cricket?

Will Delhi's Kohli, Pant play Ranji Trophy cricket?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

In the first Chennai Test against Bangladesh, Pant scored a magnificent century and returned to Test side with a bang.

Dravid tells Kohli to complete one major unfinished business...

Dravid tells Kohli to complete one major unfinished business...

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

The 51-year-old Dravid's tenure as Head Coach ended with this T20 World Cup triumph. Dravid was appointed India coach in 2021.

Reason behind Kohli's 'shush finger' celebration

Reason behind Kohli's 'shush finger' celebration

Rediff.com27 Jun 2021

Wagner said that the crowd was trying to get under Kohli's skin by singing

Team India Sweat It Out!

Team India Sweat It Out!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

On Wednesday, the Indian cricket team hit the nets under the watchful eyes of Coach Rahul Dravid.