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Will Bangladesh Play T20 World Cup Games In India?

Will Bangladesh Play T20 World Cup Games In India?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

So far, neither the BCCI nor the ICC has issued any statement regarding the scheduling of Bangladesh's matches against the backdrop of current tensions.

T20 World Cup: No January 21 deadline from ICC, says Bangladesh

T20 World Cup: No January 21 deadline from ICC, says Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board is adamant in their stance of not playing their T20 World Cup matches in India.

Childhood Friends Clash: Arjun Gets Shaw Out

Childhood Friends Clash: Arjun Gets Shaw Out

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Shaw's brief stay ended at 1 off 5 balls, caught by Deepraj Gaonkar off Arjun's bowling.

Pay Rs 120-cr dues or vacate Wankhede Stadium: Mah Govt tells MCA

Pay Rs 120-cr dues or vacate Wankhede Stadium: Mah Govt tells MCA

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

The Maharashtra government has sent a notice to the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) asking it to pay Rs 120 crore towards unpaid dues and lease renewal, failing which it will have to vacate premises of the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'The atmosphere he has created in the team -- he has tried to infuse a culture of playing for the team and not focusing on personal milestones.'

Ahead of T20 World Cup, Surya reveals India's T20 success mantra

Ahead of T20 World Cup, Surya reveals India's T20 success mantra

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India's T20 mindset similar for all competitions; will give Washington time to recover: Suryakumar

Wankhede@50: Gavaskar, Kambli felicitated

Wankhede@50: Gavaskar, Kambli felicitated

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

'I remember I smashed my first double hundred here against England and then went onto score many more hundreds in my career.'

T20 World Cup: 'There Are No Weak Or Tough Teams. All Are The Same'

T20 World Cup: 'There Are No Weak Or Tough Teams. All Are The Same'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav believes there are no weak teams in the T20 World Cup and wants India to stay relaxed, play fearless cricket and give fans pure entertainment.

Wankhede has given Indian cricket so much: Gavaskar

Wankhede has given Indian cricket so much: Gavaskar

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Dilip Vengsarkar will be part of the MCA's grand celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the Wankhede Stadium.

T20 WC: England stunned as Rutherford, Motie seal win

T20 WC: England stunned as Rutherford, Motie seal win

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Sherfane Rutherford (76 not out) and Gudakesh Motie (3/32) thwarted England's charge twice to help West Indies win their key Group C match of the T20 World Cup by 30 runs in Mumbai on Wednesday.

No ultimatum from ICC on playing in India: Bangladesh Cricket Board

No ultimatum from ICC on playing in India: Bangladesh Cricket Board

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has rejected reports that it had been told to either participate as per the decided schedule or forfeit its games in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

All Eyes On Sunday's Clash, Not Thursday's Game

All Eyes On Sunday's Clash, Not Thursday's Game

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

In this rivalry, numbers fade and national pride takes centre stage.

Gavaskar gets emotional seeing his statue at Wankhede!

Gavaskar gets emotional seeing his statue at Wankhede!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Saturday said he was at a loss for words and overwhelmed after his statue was unveiled during the inauguration of the MCA Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Why Surya wants to face Australia in T20 WC final

Why Surya wants to face Australia in T20 WC final

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Loss to Australia in 2023 WC still rankles Surya, wants to play them in next year's T20 showpiece final

India will take off if Abhishek Sharma fires: Shastri

India will take off if Abhishek Sharma fires: Shastri

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Ravi Shastri believes India too will "take off" in next month's T20 World Cup if their explosive opener Abhishek Sharma fires, while Kevin Pietersen hailed the lefthander as a "proper star".

T20 World Cup Super 8s: How Harry Brook Destroyed Pakistan With Epic Knock!

T20 World Cup Super 8s: How Harry Brook Destroyed Pakistan With Epic Knock!

Rediff.com4 days ago

Harry Brook ton leads England to nervy win over Pakistan and T20 World Cup semifinals.

'While Messi draws crowds, Indian football hits standstill'

'While Messi draws crowds, Indian football hits standstill'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Indian men's football team captain Sandesh Jhingan on Wednesday questioned the logic of spending crores on Lionel Messi's high-profile 'GOAT Tour', saying the extravagance has forced him to think if anyone is really concerned about investing in Indian football, which has effectively come to a standstill.

What's Shahid Kapoor Doing At Wankhede?

What's Shahid Kapoor Doing At Wankhede?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor and his wife Mira Rajput were spotted at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai, enjoying the IPL clash between the Mumbai Indians and the Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday, March 31, 2025.

From Wankhede outsider to stand named after him...

From Wankhede outsider to stand named after him...

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

India captain Rohit Sharma has spoken about his journey from being a young player who would stand outside the Wankhede Stadium to catch a glimpse of Mumbai Ranji Trophy stars, to having a stand named after him at the iconic venue.

T20 World Cup: Will Ishan Kishan Open Against USA?

T20 World Cup: Will Ishan Kishan Open Against USA?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the opening match against USA?

T20 World Cup: Massive blow for Italy as captain Wayne Madsen dislocates shoulder

T20 World Cup: Massive blow for Italy as captain Wayne Madsen dislocates shoulder

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Italy captain Wayne Madsen is doubtful for the rest of the T20 World Cup league stage after dislocating his shoulder during Italy's debut match against Scotland.

Indian cricket icons recount fav Wankhede memory

Indian cricket icons recount fav Wankhede memory

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

Rohit aims to bring Champions Trophy to Wankhede

Messi's Kerala visit in November postponed

Messi's Kerala visit in November postponed

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Messi's last visit with the Argentina team to India was back in 2011, when they faced Venezuela in a friendly match at Kolkata's iconic Salt Lake Stadium.

Rohit Sharma gets a stand named after him in Wankhede

Rohit Sharma gets a stand named after him in Wankhede

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Tuesday named a stand each after the incumbent India Test captain Rohit Sharma, former skipper Ajit Wadekar and ex-BCCI president Sharad Pawar here at the Wankhede Stadium.

'Rohit allowed me to express myself'

'Rohit allowed me to express myself'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Traded to Mumbai Indians from Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 2 crore (Rs 20 million) ahead of IPL 2026, Indian pacer Shardul Thakur says former captain Rohit Sharma allowed him to express himself.

Sachin reveals the broken-hand act that shaped his destiny

Sachin reveals the broken-hand act that shaped his destiny

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'Gursharan came and helped me reach my hundred and I got selected to play for India after that.'

Olympian Bindra Urges Introspection After Messi's India Tour

Olympian Bindra Urges Introspection After Messi's India Tour

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

'Icons like Messi inspire us and that inspiration matters deeply. But inspiration must be met with intent.'

'Batter Surya is missing somewhere,' admits Suryakumar

'Batter Surya is missing somewhere,' admits Suryakumar

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

'The brand of cricket we wanted to play was the same, result is in front of us.'

'Virat Kohli will beat me': Sachin Tendulkar predicted

'Virat Kohli will beat me': Sachin Tendulkar predicted

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Rajeev Shukla recalled his conversations with Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, revealing that the 'Master Blaster' had expressed confidence that a young Virat Kohli could one day break his major batting records.

No Booing! Hardik Cheered at Wankhede

No Booing! Hardik Cheered at Wankhede

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

The iconic Wankhede stadium witnessed a remarkable shift in sentiment as the Mumbai Indians launched their IPL 2025 campaign on Monday.

Historic fifty for Shubman Gill, first Indian captain ...

Historic fifty for Shubman Gill, first Indian captain ...

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Shubman Gill marked his home captaincy in style, becoming the first Indian skipper in 47 years to score a half-century on debut.

PIX: Mithali, Kareena lead 'Trophy Walkout' at WC semi-final

PIX: Mithali, Kareena lead 'Trophy Walkout' at WC semi-final

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

UNICEF India Ambassador, Kareena was seen wishing the Indian players before the toss.

2026 T20 World Cup: India take on USA in opener

2026 T20 World Cup: India take on USA in opener

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Defending champions India will open their campaign against USA in Mumbai on February 7 before facing Namibia in Delhi on February 12.

T20 WC warm-up: Kishan blasts 20-ball 50, India outplay SA

T20 WC warm-up: Kishan blasts 20-ball 50, India outplay SA

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

India put on a commanding performance to beat South Africa by 30 runs in their T20 World Cup warm-up clash at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, on Wednesday.

Former Barca teammate to join Messi's India tour!

Former Barca teammate to join Messi's India tour!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

"Game Set Match... So it's now confirmed and official. World Cup winner Argentine superstar Rodrigo De Paul and Uruguayan and Barcelona legend Luis Surez will join Messi for the 'GOAT Tour to India 2025' Vamos," posted organiser Satadru Dutta on social media.

Why Suryakumar backs Dube over Rinku

Why Suryakumar backs Dube over Rinku

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'Just like we are playing in the T20 series. We don't want to change anything. If we are doing something right, why should we change it?'

'Player of Match' Patidar credits bowlers after RCB break Wankhede jinx

'Player of Match' Patidar credits bowlers after RCB break Wankhede jinx

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar hailed his bowlers for showing courage during a tough target defence against Mumbai Indians, saying his 'Player of the Match' award actually goes to them for being able to control a batting unit on such batter-friendly conditions at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai.

South city added to itinerary as Messi tour goes Pan-India!

South city added to itinerary as Messi tour goes Pan-India!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Lionel Messi's much-anticipated 'GOAT Tour to India 2025' just got bigger with Hyderabad added as the new southern leg stop to ensure fans in the region are not "deprived" of seeing their idol following the cancellation of Argentina's proposed friendly in Kerala.

8 Sixes In A Row! Meghalaya Batter Scripts History

8 Sixes In A Row! Meghalaya Batter Scripts History

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Meghalaya's Akash Choudhary hits record eight consecutive sixes to make 11-ball fifty in Ranji

Messi Returns To India But Won't Kick A Ball

Messi Returns To India But Won't Kick A Ball

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi is not scheduled to play serious football on the 'G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025'.