News for 'WTC'

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.

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.

'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.'

'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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

'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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

England's hopes of making WTC final soar; India 4th

England's hopes of making WTC final soar; India 4th

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

The victory at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday has lifted England to first place and 70.2 percentage points on the points table.

'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.

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

Why hasn't India picked any wrist spinner for WTC final?

Why hasn't India picked any wrist spinner for WTC final?

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Rahul Chahar would have added another dimension to India's attack.

Rahane reveals the keys to success in English conditions

Rahane reveals the keys to success in English conditions

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

Rahane said Virat Kohli and his men are taking the match as just another game.

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.

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.

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.

Team India finds 'perfect setup for training' at Ageas Bowl

Team India finds 'perfect setup for training' at Ageas Bowl

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

BCCI sharing an aesthetic picture of sunny Ageas Bowl which will host the WTC final.

David Warner silences critics with impressive IPL knock

David Warner silences critics with impressive IPL knock

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Warner's impressive innings came after Australia selectors on Wednesday retained him in the squad for the WTC

Wanted a few guys to stand up but it didn't happen: Rohit

Wanted a few guys to stand up but it didn't happen: Rohit

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

India captain Rohit Sharma on Friday said his team was not brave and lacked application in the third Test against Australia in Indore.

'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.

How NZ fought hard to secure historic win in Wellington

How NZ fought hard to secure historic win in Wellington

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

We had to fight really hard to reverse momentum, says Kane Williamson

Smith looking forward to 'sub-continent challenge'

Smith looking forward to 'sub-continent challenge'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2021

In the next cycle, the Aussies are scheduled to play four games in India, two in Pakistan and two in Sri Lanka, besides 10 Tests at home.

South Africa lodges official complaint against Cricket Australia

South Africa lodges official complaint against Cricket Australia

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Cricket South Africa lodged a formal complaint with the International Cricket Council over Cricket Australia's decision to indefinitely postpone next month's three-match Test series.