News for 'West Indies Cricket Board'

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Travel chaos ends: Proteas, Windies squads fly home after Gulf airspace crisis

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The International Cricket Council confirmed that stranded players from the South Africa national cricket team and West Indies cricket team have finally left India after Gulf airspace closures during the West Asia conflict disrupted travel following the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

India tour of West Indies: Ramdin dropped from squad

India tour of West Indies: Ramdin dropped from squad

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

West Indies have replaced wicketkeeper Denesh Ramdin with Shane Dowrich for the four-Test series at home to India.

West Indies to play day-night Test against Pakistan?

West Indies to play day-night Test against Pakistan?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2016

PCB chairman Shaharyar Khan, on Saturday, said that the West Indies cricket board has agreed to play a day and night Test in the 'home' series planned in the UAE in September-October.

West Indies withdraw juniors from Bangladesh after bomb blast

West Indies withdraw juniors from Bangladesh after bomb blast

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

West Indies have withdrawn their under-19 cricket team from a tour of Bangladesh after a bomb went off near the hotel they were staying at in Chittagong.

Charter Arranged After Sammy's Plea for Update

Charter Arranged After Sammy's Plea for Update

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

The West Indies cricket team remains stranded in India due to international airspace restrictions following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, causing frustration among players and officials.

PCB set for major shake-up after Bangladesh loss

PCB set for major shake-up after Bangladesh loss

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The top officials of the Pakistan Cricket Board are set to meet over this weekend here to decide on the future of Test captain Shan Masood and head coach Sarfaraz Khan.

West Indies and Bangladesh reschedule 2009 series

West Indies and Bangladesh reschedule 2009 series

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

Bangladesh's planned tour of the West Indies in April has been rescheduled for June and July, a Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official said on Friday.

West Indies all-rounder Russell pulls out of Pakistan T20 series

West Indies all-rounder Russell pulls out of Pakistan T20 series

Rediff.com17 Sep 2016

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has pulled out of the upcoming three-T20I series against Pakistan citing 'personal' reasons.

Gayle ready to lead West Indies after row

Gayle ready to lead West Indies after row

Rediff.com28 Jun 2007

Captain Chris Gayle said he is big enough to stand up to the West Indies Cricket Board in his row with the ruling body.

Race To The Oval: Who Will Contest The 2027 WTC Final?

Race To The Oval: Who Will Contest The 2027 WTC Final?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

The Oval in London has been confirmed as the venue for the 2027 ICC World Test Championship Final, scheduled from June 9-13. This marks the second time The Oval will host the final, having previously done so in 2023. Nine teams are currently competing in the ongoing WTC cycle, with Australia leading the standings, followed by South Africa and New Zealand, as the race intensifies with crucial upcoming series.

West Indies women to play ODIs in Pakistan in November

West Indies women to play ODIs in Pakistan in November

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

West Indies women will visit Pakistan for three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) in November, the Asian side's cricket board (PCB) said on Thursday.

Collingwood named England interim coach for West Indies tour

Collingwood named England interim coach for West Indies tour

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Collingwood takes over after Chris Silverwood stepped down last week

Lara to review West Indies' World Cup debacle

Lara to review West Indies' World Cup debacle

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

West Indies great Brian Lara has been named in a three-person panel to review the Caribbeans' flop at the T20 World Cup in Australia.

Pakistan v West Indies ODI abandoned

Pakistan v West Indies ODI abandoned

Rediff.com5 Dec 2006

Umpires Daryl Harper and Aleem Dar called off the match after an early morning inspection of the ground and pitch, which was badly affected by the torrential rain.

Gayle ready to make West Indies comeback

Gayle ready to make West Indies comeback

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Flamboyant opener Chris Gayle has scrapped his deal with English county Somerset to make himself available for West Indies after ending his year-long dispute with the cricket board.

West Indies reappoint Simmons as coach

West Indies reappoint Simmons as coach

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

Phil Simmons has been appointed coach of the West Indies for a second spell on a four-year deal

Loss to Bangladesh forces PCB to consider coaching and captaincy changes

Loss to Bangladesh forces PCB to consider coaching and captaincy changes

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly considering sacking Test team head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and captain Shan Masood following a 0-2 series defeat against Bangladesh. The board is also in talks with former players Younis Khan and Muhammad Hafeez for key positions, including chief selector and a role in the international cricket department.

West Indies spinner Narine withdrawn from India tour due to 'illegal' action

West Indies spinner Narine withdrawn from India tour due to 'illegal' action

Rediff.com4 Oct 2014

The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) has withdrawn Sunil Narine from the upcoming tour of India after the spinner was banned from bowling in the Champions League Twenty20 final for an illegal bowling action.

Dravid believes ETPL can help Europe challenge cricket's elite

Dravid believes ETPL can help Europe challenge cricket's elite

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Rahul Dravid said the European T20 Premier League offers an 'exciting opportunity' to grow cricket in Europe after becoming owner of the Dublin Guardians franchise.

India vs West Indies two-Test series to kick-off in Rajkot

India vs West Indies two-Test series to kick-off in Rajkot

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

The opening Test will be held at Rajkot from October 4 to 8, followed by the second Test from October 12 to 16 at Hyderabad.

Chahar ruled out of final West Indies ODI

Chahar ruled out of final West Indies ODI

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

The BCCI medical team examined Deepak Chahar and has suggested that the fast bowler needs some rest

Sarwan named West Indies captain

Sarwan named West Indies captain

Rediff.com2 May 2007

Ramnaresh Sarwan has been appointed West Indies captain following the retirement of Brian Lara, the cricket board (WICB) said on Tuesday.

Does Ashwin hold the key to India's fortunes in the West Indies?

Does Ashwin hold the key to India's fortunes in the West Indies?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly believes off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin will be the key to India's success in the Test tour of the West Indies, their first series under head coach Anil Kumble.

'More focused on money': Ex-Pakistan selector slams players

'More focused on money': Ex-Pakistan selector slams players

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Former Pakistan Test spinner and chief selector Iqbal Qasim has criticised the current generation of Pakistani cricketers for prioritising financial gain, particularly through leagues like the PSL, over dedicated skill development and game awareness, attributing this to a lack of vision among selectors and a general disinterest among young players.

Shakib returns for ODIs vs West Indies

Shakib returns for ODIs vs West Indies

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

Former skipper and pacer Mashrafe Mortaza, who was left out of the 24-man ODI preliminary squad announced on January 4, has not been named in the final squad.

Bravo dropped from West Indies squad for 'idiot' tweet

Bravo dropped from West Indies squad for 'idiot' tweet

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

Batsman Darren Bravo has been dropped from the West Indies squad in Zimbabwe for a triangular one-day international series because of "unacceptable behaviour", the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) said on Saturday.

Indian cricket should cut all ties with West Indies: Thakur

Indian cricket should cut all ties with West Indies: Thakur

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

Reacting angrily to the West Indies' pull out, BCCI joint secretary Anurag Thakur severely criticized WICB's decision to call its players back midway from the tour and said that the Indian board should cut all ties with the Caribbean team.

Injured Pollard out of West Indies squad for World T20

Injured Pollard out of West Indies squad for World T20

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

Defending champions West Indies will be without Kieron Pollard for next month's World Twenty20 in Bangladesh after the big-hitting all-rounder failed to recover from a knee injury.

Lara, Sarwan to work with West Indies batsmen before India Tests

Lara, Sarwan to work with West Indies batsmen before India Tests

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

Lara, one of the greatest batsmen of all-time, and Sarwan, who was one the leading players of his generation from the Caribbean, will be part of the pre-series camp,

India and West Indies to play T20 games in United States

India and West Indies to play T20 games in United States

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

India will play two Twenty20 internationals against world champions West Indies in Florida in late August, the Board Of Control For Cricket In India (BCCI) said on Tuesday.

West Indies players protest with black armband during second ODI in Delhi

West Indies players protest with black armband during second ODI in Delhi

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

The West Indies team might have put off its 'strike' plan as of now, but the players continued to protest against the payment dispute with the West Indies Players Association (WIPA) by wearing black armbands in the second One-day International against India, in New Delhi, on Saturday.

Watch Kohli & Co wish West Indies legend Sobers on 80th birthday

Watch Kohli & Co wish West Indies legend Sobers on 80th birthday

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Wishing Garfield Sobers on his 80th birthday, India Test skipper Virat Kohli has expressed his desire to meet the legendary West Indies cricketer.

West Indies end 11-match losing streak

West Indies end 11-match losing streak

Rediff.com6 Aug 2005

West Indies' surprise victory means that they can now qualify for the final on August 9 if they beat India on Sunday.

Dravid, Gayle, Maxwell among big names behind European T20 League

Dravid, Gayle, Maxwell among big names behind European T20 League

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid has been named as a co-owner of the Dublin franchise in a new European Twenty20 league, with the 53-year-old being part of an Indian consortium that acquired the team in the tournament set to launch in September.

Pakistan, Bangladesh challenge India-Australia-ECB

Pakistan, Bangladesh challenge India-Australia-ECB

Rediff.com10 May 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board and Bangladesh Cricket Board have agreed to support each other at Asian and international cricket forums while seeking greater balance in the Future Tours Programme (FTP) for the 2028-31 cycle.

Lara takes over as 'performance mentor' for West Indies

Lara takes over as 'performance mentor' for West Indies

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Cricket West Indies (CWI) said batting great Brian Lara has agreed to take on the role of "performance mentor" to help players and coaches in all three formats of the game.

Pakistan, West Indies to play pink ball day-night Test in Dubai

Pakistan, West Indies to play pink ball day-night Test in Dubai

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday released the itinerary for the home series against the West Indies in the United Arab Emirates, which will include three Tests, three One-day Internationals and as many T20 Internationals.

Browne replaces Lloyd as West Indies' chairman of selectors

Browne replaces Lloyd as West Indies' chairman of selectors

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Former wicketkeeper-batsman Courtney Browne has replaced Clive Lloyd as West Indies' chairman of selectors with immediate effect, according to their cricket board (WICB).

Historic Return: Cricket's LA28 Olympic Qualification System Approved

Historic Return: Cricket's LA28 Olympic Qualification System Approved

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board has officially approved the qualification system for cricket at the LA Olympic 2028, marking the sport's return after 128 years. The event will feature men's and women's T20 competitions with six teams each.

Stranded Windies await flight home after T20 World Cup exit

Stranded Windies await flight home after T20 World Cup exit

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The West Indies cricket team remains stranded in Kolkata due to international airspace restrictions following the T20 World Cup, while South African players also face travel disruptions.