News for 'WTC'

'Don't see why he can't succeed in Australia...'

'Don't see why he can't succeed in Australia...'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Kumble said that he does not feel that Jaiswal will change his aggressive approach in Australia, where India has won two back-to-back series.

Starc on fire but Smith's struggles continue ahead of BGT

Starc on fire but Smith's struggles continue ahead of BGT

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Key players, such as pacer Mitchell Starc, are hitting form at the right time, while star batter Steve Smith is facing early setbacks in his preparations.

'India's 3-0 whitewash will haunt them in Border-Gavaskar Trophy'

'India's 3-0 whitewash will haunt them in Border-Gavaskar Trophy'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Australian legends Adam Gilchrist and David Warner have little doubt that Indian players' psyche would have been scarred after the recent whitewash at home by New Zealand,

'Never thought of WTC, just took one series at a time'

'Never thought of WTC, just took one series at a time'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Shastri lauded the team for making it to the WTC final despite the ICC changing the qualification criteria last year.

'Haven't seen that same Virat since...'

'Haven't seen that same Virat since...'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Labuschagne, known for his ability to score runs, especially against India, reminisced about the first time he saw Kohli don India's Test colours in the 2018 series.

Kohli ready to level up against tough Aussies in WTC final

Kohli ready to level up against tough Aussies in WTC final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

'Whichever team is able to adjust and adapt to the conditions, the pitch will win the match.'

WTC Final: India need 280 to win on Day 5

WTC Final: India need 280 to win on Day 5

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

India will be hoping to pull off a miracle on Sunday by surviving Australia's relentless bowling onslaught.

Here's where India stands on the WTC Points Table

Here's where India stands on the WTC Points Table

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

The current cycle runs from July 2021 to June 2023 and comprises the top nine Test teams, all of whom will play six series each

'Where was India's intent in preparing for WTC final?'

'Where was India's intent in preparing for WTC final?'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

'I don't know how we approach this kind of an itinerary where you go for a holiday in between and then come back to play Test matches. One week break was enough post the WTC final. The thing is you need to play continuously. I am amazed this itinerary was approved.'

WTC title would be 'big' for Kohli, feels Parthiv Patel

WTC title would be 'big' for Kohli, feels Parthiv Patel

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

Parthiv Patel gave his views on on what the World Test Championship title would mean for Virat Kohli.

WTC Final, PIX: Kohli, Rahane keep India's hopes alive

WTC Final, PIX: Kohli, Rahane keep India's hopes alive

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

IMAGES from Day 4 of the WTC Final played between Australia and India at The Oval in London on Saturday.

WTC final: Pujara issues warning to New Zealand

WTC final: Pujara issues warning to New Zealand

Rediff.com20 May 2021

Cheteshwar Pujara still feels the sting of last year's drubbing in New Zealand but the batsman says India will be a different proposition when the sides clash again at the neutral venue of Southampton in next month's World Test Championship final.

The challenges ahead of India in WTC final

The challenges ahead of India in WTC final

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

Agarkar said Team India has always found out ways to emerge victorious even in crunch situations.

Rohit faces tough decision: Drop himself for Gill?

Rohit faces tough decision: Drop himself for Gill?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

Rohit Sharma has certain choices to make in the best interests of the Indian team heading into the fifth and final Test against Australia.

Ganguly hails India after Kohli & Co enter WTC final

Ganguly hails India after Kohli & Co enter WTC final

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

'Congratulations Team India for winning the series and getting to the finals of WTC'

Will India Include Kuldeep For Kanpur Test?

Will India Include Kuldeep For Kanpur Test?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the second Test against Bangladesh?

No tour games for Australia before WTC, Ashes a risky move: Lehmann

No tour games for Australia before WTC, Ashes a risky move: Lehmann

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Ex-coach Lehmann unhappy with Australia not playing tour games ahead of WTC final, Ashes

Sanath Jayasuriya appointed Sri Lanka head coach till 2026

Sanath Jayasuriya appointed Sri Lanka head coach till 2026

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Sanath Jayasuriya has been appointed on a two-year contract till March 31, 2026.

South Africa, Sri Lanka eye victory in second Test

South Africa, Sri Lanka eye victory in second Test

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

South Africa require five wickets and Sri Lanka need 143 runs as the second Test heads for a potentially exciting conclusion

Dukes ball preparation beneficial ahead of WTC final: Conway

Dukes ball preparation beneficial ahead of WTC final: Conway

Rediff.com23 May 2021

Conway, who is among the three uncapped players in the 20-man squad, feels the camp back home in Lincoln ahead of the tour was ideal. New Zealand play with the Kookaburra at home.

Kohli and Co get into the groove for WTC

Kohli and Co get into the groove for WTC

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

''We have had our first group training session and the intensity was high.'

'It is about being positive': How Head survived Bumrah spell

'It is about being positive': How Head survived Bumrah spell

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Travis Head conceded that he was immensely fortunate to survive a fine spell from Jasprit Bumrah on the Day 2 of the third Test in Brisbane on Sunday.

Williamson likens WTC final spot to 'carrot' after tense win

Williamson likens WTC final spot to 'carrot' after tense win

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

'It gave the viewers that spectacle, with three possible results going into the final session. I think we saw similar characteristics on this wicket when we played against England.'

WTC final: Rain washes out opening day in Southampton

WTC final: Rain washes out opening day in Southampton

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

The opening day of the ICC World Test Championship final between India and New Zealand was called off due to persistent rain, in Southampton, on Friday.

Ashwin picks his favourites for Champions Trophy 2025

Ashwin picks his favourites for Champions Trophy 2025

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin says New Zealand, despite the absence of the long-serving pace duo of Trent Boult and Tim Southee, who have quit playing the 50-over format, will pose a challenge to India.

WTC Final: Will India play Ashwin and Jadeja at spin-friendly Oval?

WTC Final: Will India play Ashwin and Jadeja at spin-friendly Oval?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Vettori also expects Cameron Green to play a big part in the WTC final, especially after his superb showing in the just-concluded IPL.

Can India's top order survive the Melbourne Test?

Can India's top order survive the Melbourne Test?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

India managed to keep the five-Test series level at 1-1 heading into the Boxing day Test in Melbourne, the fragility of their top order remains a major concern for the tourists.

IPL suspension has helped India ahead of WTC final: Taylor

IPL suspension has helped India ahead of WTC final: Taylor

Rediff.com23 May 2021

'If IPL would have gone on they would have had a smaller preparation but now they will be a lot more conditioned, their bowlers will have their loads up.'

How Bumrah found his wicket ways after WTC failure

How Bumrah found his wicket ways after WTC failure

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

India pacer Jasprit Bumrah hasn't done any special preparation for the ongoing Test series against England, but admitted that a little bit of mindset adjustments, and staying in the present moment, worked wonders for him after a disappointing World Test Championship final against New Zealand.

WTC final will boost survival of Test cricket, says Pujara

WTC final will boost survival of Test cricket, says Pujara

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

If India goes on to win the inaugural ICC World Test Championship title, it could prove to be the watershed moment for the revival of the longest format just like the 2007 World T20 triumph did for the popularity of the shortest format, said Cheteshwar Pujara.

Bring the cup home: Hardik's message to team ahead of WTC final

Bring the cup home: Hardik's message to team ahead of WTC final

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Hardik Pandya wished Team India luck for the World Test Championship final against New Zealand

Former Eng spinner on why India may struggle in WTC final

Former Eng spinner on why India may struggle in WTC final

Rediff.com23 May 2021

Panesar also expects the ICC to prepare a neutral wicket and not a green top as the WTC is supposed to be a good advert for the five-day game.

India retain second spot in ICC WTC rankings

India retain second spot in ICC WTC rankings

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

India bagged 30 points for their eight-wicket win. They are placed second with 390 points

WTC final: Adaptability will be key, feels Ashwin

WTC final: Adaptability will be key, feels Ashwin

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Ashwin spoke about how WTC has provided a context to Test cricket and would love to see more traditional format games in neutral venues.

Why Bumrah may lose out on Test captaincy

Why Bumrah may lose out on Test captaincy

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah doesn't seem to be a long-term captaincy option given his nagging fitness concerns.

WTC final will throw up a unique situation: Boult

WTC final will throw up a unique situation: Boult

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

Trent Boult, who has played 73 Test for New Zealand, said he expects a bit of banter between the rival players since they are all familiar with each other due to the Indian Premier League.

WTC Final: 'Australia favourites on paper but India have the edge'

WTC Final: 'Australia favourites on paper but India have the edge'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

The Australian team on paper holds slight advantage on a bouncy track at The Oval but both Ravi Shastri and Ricky Ponting believe that the Indians are better prepared.

WTC final: Why NZ will have slight edge over India

WTC final: Why NZ will have slight edge over India

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Brendon McCullum predicted a 'ripping match' when India and New Zealand clash in the inaugural WTC final

'Amazing for NZ to win WTC despite limited resources'

'Amazing for NZ to win WTC despite limited resources'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Williamson and Co earn high praise from former captain Brendon McCullum.

Proteas thrash SL to post fourth straight Test win

Proteas thrash SL to post fourth straight Test win

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

Victory for South Africa followed Test success over West Indies in Guyana in August and Bangladesh in a two-Test series in October.