News for 'WTC'

Gill punished for challenging umpiring call on Twitter

Gill punished for challenging umpiring call on Twitter

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Gill accepted the sanction so there was no need for a formal hearing

7 for 70: How Aus bowlers sparked India collapse!

7 for 70: How Aus bowlers sparked India collapse!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

India lost seven wickets for the addition of just 70 runs as they crumbled in the first session itself. Here's how the Day 5 panned out.

Can Dravid, Rohit Snap Losing Run?

Can Dravid, Rohit Snap Losing Run?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

The defeat in the Centurion Test was India's fifth in a row in SENA countries under Head Coach Rahul Dravid.

Ton-up Head enjoys batting 'under shadow of Steve Smith'

Ton-up Head enjoys batting 'under shadow of Steve Smith'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

After becoming the first batter to score a century in the WTC Final, Travis Head said he enjoyed batting with Steve Smith.

'You belong here, enjoy your time here'

'You belong here, enjoy your time here'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

'The results speak for themselves, they have been doing it for a while. There isn't much to tell them, it is about giving them the freedom to express. The experience these guys have on pitches like this is always a luxury.'

ICC readies back-up pitch to negate protesters

ICC readies back-up pitch to negate protesters

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

If the pitch gets hampered then the match officials will assess the pitch and see whether it is in good condition to play or not if yes they will continue playing on the same and if not then they will look at the other pitch condition and take a call on whether they can play on the other one or not, according to ANI.

'Why rest Rohit, Virat when they haven't played much?'

'Why rest Rohit, Virat when they haven't played much?'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra is not pleased with the experimentation and felt Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli did not require rest for this match.

Will India get another talent like Mohammed Shami?

Will India get another talent like Mohammed Shami?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

Mohammed Shami possesses a rare ability of landing the ball in an upright seam position every single time and no coach in the world can create such a fast bowling "artist", gushed India's bowling coach Paras Mhambrey.

Will Warner get his desired farewell?

Will Warner get his desired farewell?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

David Warner said he will call time on his Test career after playing against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) next January.

Delhi likely to host crucial India-Aus Test next year

Delhi likely to host crucial India-Aus Test next year

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

India might have to beat Pat Cummins's men if they are to qualify for the WTC final.

'Don't Repeat Past Mistakes': Ex-chief selector Prasad

'Don't Repeat Past Mistakes': Ex-chief selector Prasad

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

MSK Prasad advised the team to take the final call depending on the conditions at that time.

India-New Zealand WTC final in Southampton not Lord's

India-New Zealand WTC final in Southampton not Lord's

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

India will play their inaugural World Test Championship final against New Zealand at Southampton's Ageas Bowl Stadium from June 18-22, BCCI president Sourav Ganguly confirmed

Axar jumps to career-best in ICC Test Rankings

Axar jumps to career-best in ICC Test Rankings

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

Pakistan captain Babar Azam has attained a career-best second position after notching two half-centuries in the final Test series against England in Karachi.

WTC final PIX: Gritty New Zealand take Day 3 honours

WTC final PIX: Gritty New Zealand take Day 3 honours

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Images from Day 3 of the ICC World Test Championship final between India and New Zealand, at The Hampshire Bowl, in Southampton, on Saturday.

Believe It Or Not! Dada Praises Kohli, Shastri

Believe It Or Not! Dada Praises Kohli, Shastri

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

'India did really well under Kohli and Ravi Shastri, India played with a fearless attitude and showed guts in England and Australia.'

WTC final: Why India must play both Ashwin and Jadeja

WTC final: Why India must play both Ashwin and Jadeja

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Gavaskar is currently in Southampton with first-hand knowledge about the pitch and conditions for the match starting June 18.

I wake up believing I can be the man for the team: Kohli

I wake up believing I can be the man for the team: Kohli

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Kohli's unwavering confidence and reputation as a chase master offer hope to Indian fans that he can guide India to an extraordinary triumph.

WTC final: 'Swinging ball could be a problem for Rohit'

WTC final: 'Swinging ball could be a problem for Rohit'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Former New Zealand all-rounder Scott Styris feels India opener Rohit Sharma might find it difficult to negotiate the swinging ball during the ICC World Test Championship final against the Kiwis, beginning in Southampton on June 18.

Finger injury won't affect Rahane's batting in 2nd innings

Finger injury won't affect Rahane's batting in 2nd innings

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

At stumps, Australia extended their lead to 296 runs by reaching 123 for four in 44 overs in their second innings.

Yuvraj reckons Kiwis have edge over India in WTC final

Yuvraj reckons Kiwis have edge over India in WTC final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2021

'I do believe India is very strong because lately we have been winning outside the country. I think our batting is stronger, in bowling they are at par.'

'Don't get too excited!': Wasim Akram's advice for India's pacers

'Don't get too excited!': Wasim Akram's advice for India's pacers

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Pakistan legend Wasim Akram said the Indian fast bowling unit should not get 'carried away' with the new ball.

Aus teammates enjoy Green's transformation

Aus teammates enjoy Green's transformation

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'He's (Green) such a legend, he's such a nice guy. You only want the best for him, so I really enjoyed it.'

Indian team to stay in managed isolation before WTC final

Indian team to stay in managed isolation before WTC final

Rediff.com29 May 2021

The Indian team will stay in 'managed isolation' before the ICC World Test Championship final against New Zealand, the ICC said on Saturday but did not mention the exact period of hard quarantine upon reaching UK.

All's still not lost, reckons DC coach Ponting

All's still not lost, reckons DC coach Ponting

Rediff.com12 May 2023

Former Australia captain Ponting believes Australian players are more suited to English conditions and will have more of an edge than India.

Is Shardul Thakur ignored in KKR squad?

Is Shardul Thakur ignored in KKR squad?

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Shardul Thakur allayed concerns over his fitness, saying he has been under bowled in the IPL

'Confident Australia can pull off series win in India'

'Confident Australia can pull off series win in India'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

A confident and wiser Australia are well-equipped to take the fight to India in a series that could literally be decided by a coin-toss, according to former Test bowler Ryan Harris.

Pitch might just play a few more tricks: Starc

Pitch might just play a few more tricks: Starc

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

The left arm pacer had dismissed Virat Kohli with a snorter on day two. With the pitch playing tricks, he felt he got lucky.

World Test Championship final to be played from June 18-22

World Test Championship final to be played from June 18-22

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

England to host New Zealand for two Tests in June.

New Zealand's last chance to push for WTC final

New Zealand's last chance to push for WTC final

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

New Zealand's late push for a place in next year's International Cricket Council's World Test Championship final will come to a head against an injury-hit Pakistan when their two-Test series begins on Saturday in Mount Maunganui.

Gambhir's advice to Team India ahead of pink-ball Test

Gambhir's advice to Team India ahead of pink-ball Test

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

India-England will lock horns in a pink-ball Test, beginning February 24 at the Motera Stadium.

'Dropping Pujara from Tests a positive move'

'Dropping Pujara from Tests a positive move'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Rajput said that India will miss pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at home, if he is ruled out of the event through injury.

Southee auctions WTC final shirt for 8-year-old's cancer treatment

Southee auctions WTC final shirt for 8-year-old's cancer treatment

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

The shirt is signed by the entire Black Caps squad.

Australia's secret weapon: Cummins raves about Boland

Australia's secret weapon: Cummins raves about Boland

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Boland troubled India throughout the game with his incisive bowling, not allowing the famed Indian batting line-up to breathe easy at any point

World Test Championship final in June 2021, says ICC

World Test Championship final in June 2021, says ICC

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

The ICC launched the WTC last year to lend context to bilateral Test series, giving the format its standalone showpiece like the World Cup in other formats.

Litmus test for India's inexperienced pace attack

Litmus test for India's inexperienced pace attack

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

The unparalleled success of India's Test team on away tours over the past decade was largely because of its all weather pace attack but the same can't be said about the fast bowling resources available for the two-Test series against the West Indies.

WTC final: '250 will be a reasonable score in these conditions'

WTC final: '250 will be a reasonable score in these conditions'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

Batting coach Vikram Rathour on Saturday said that a first innings score of 250-plus will put India in a fighting position against New Zealand, keeping the prevailing conditions in Southampton in mind during the ICC World Test Championship final.

India tame England to extend home record, reach WTC final

India tame England to extend home record, reach WTC final

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

India's spin duo of Axar Patel and Ravichandran Ashwin wreaked havoc, taking all 10 wickets between them.

PIX: Gill hits century to lead India's strong reply

PIX: Gill hits century to lead India's strong reply

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

Images from Day 3 of the fourth and final Test between India and Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, on Saturday.

IPL 2023: Mumbai Indians name Jasprit Bumrah's replacement

IPL 2023: Mumbai Indians name Jasprit Bumrah's replacement

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Mumbai Indians roped in Sandeep Warrier as Jasprit Bumrah's replacement for the 2023 IPL season.

'Rahane's form crucial for India during South Africa tour'

'Rahane's form crucial for India during South Africa tour'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Ajinkya Rahane's assured approach in the middle has been the hallmark of his comeback and the Indian team will need him to maintain form when it tours South Africa later this year.