News for 'West Indies Cricket Board'

WICB to launch inquiry into Indian police claims

WICB to launch inquiry into Indian police claims

Rediff.com9 Feb 2007

A WICB spokesman said the Board will probe the Marlon Samuels episode and take action "consistent with the law".

Lara to lead Windies squad

Lara to lead Windies squad

Rediff.com26 Dec 2004

The left-hander will head a 14-man squad for a triangular ODI tournament against hosts Australia and Pakistan starting next month.

Gayle slams 'disrespectful' ECB for sacking Pietersen

Gayle slams 'disrespectful' ECB for sacking Pietersen

Rediff.com9 Mar 2014

West Indies batsman Chris Gayle has reportedly slammed the ''disrespectful'' English Cricket Board (ECB) over sacking of his buddy Kevin Pietersen from the England team.

Marlon Samuels replaces Mohammad for 3rd, 4th Test

Marlon Samuels replaces Mohammad for 3rd, 4th Test

Rediff.com17 Jun 2006

Lara's wish for a genuine fast bowler was ignored by the West Indies' selectors.

Women's T20 World Cup: Free entry for U.18s, ticket prices start from 5 Dirhams

Women's T20 World Cup: Free entry for U.18s, ticket prices start from 5 Dirhams

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

The 20 league matches will be split between Dubai and Sharjah with the semi-finals slated for Dubai and Sharjah on October 17 and 18 respectively. The final will be played in Dubai.

Pakistan scrambles to ready stadium for Champions Trophy

Pakistan scrambles to ready stadium for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Incomplete renovation work at Karachi Stadium worries PCB ahead of Champions Trophy

On target for World Cup: Dehring

On target for World Cup: Dehring

Rediff.com11 Jul 2003

The next World Cup's managing director said preparations began immediately after the bid to host the competition was won five years ago.

Gayle renamed Windies skipper for Oz tour

Gayle renamed Windies skipper for Oz tour

Rediff.com3 Nov 2009

West Indies have named Chris Gayle as captain for the three-Test tour of Australia starting on November 18 with the Caribbean side anxious to put the tribulations of the recent players' strike behind them.

Manoj Prabhakar's plea rejected

Manoj Prabhakar's plea rejected

Rediff.com7 Apr 2003

The Uttaranchal High Court has rejected former cricketer Manoj Prabhakar's plea for quashing of an FIR lodged against him in a chit-fund case in which he was arrested in 2001.

Cricket's lost chance

Cricket's lost chance

Rediff.com6 Sep 2020

Given the relative paucity of cricket this year, Test cricket has emerged as a healer for deprived fans, notes Dhruv Munjal.

Lara to captain Windies

Lara to captain Windies

Rediff.com1 Mar 2004

Brian Lara will captain West Indies for the home series against England and Bangladesh.

Gayle is often targeted for newspaper headlines: Sammy

Gayle is often targeted for newspaper headlines: Sammy

Rediff.com26 May 2016

West Indies' two-time World T20-winning captain Darren Sammy has defended his team-mate Chris Gayle, who has once again revived accusations of sexism against him with some lewd comments in an interview with a British daily. Gayle, 36, came under fire for asking Australian broadcaster Mel McLaughlin out on a date in a live television interview during a Big Bash Twenty20 game in January. In the ongoing IPL, the Royal Challengers Bangalore opener sparked another sexism row when he asked a Times journalist a string of inappropriate questions. Sammy, however, chose to play down the latest row. "Chris Gayle is the universe boss, a team-mate of mine who I admire and respect. I just think people target Chris for no reason. "To me, Chris is one of our cricketing heroes. He's an entertainer, first, but a lot of people have jumped on his back," Sammy was quoted as saying by 'ESPNcricinfo'. He added, "I always support Chris because of what he does on a cricket field. Yes, we have a responsibility to ourselves, and the people who watch us, but sometimes I feel Chris is a target for newspaper headlines."

Samuels charged with misconduct

Samuels charged with misconduct

Rediff.com29 Feb 2008

West Indies batsman Marlon Samuels has been charged with misconduct after an internal investigation by the WICB into bribery and match-fixing allegations against him.

1st T20I: India continue unbeaten streak against WI

1st T20I: India continue unbeaten streak against WI

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

With this, India bettered their highest-ever total against West Indies. Their previous best was 185/4 in November 2019 at Gros Islet.

Allan Border blasts Konstas: 'Drop the ramp shot'

Allan Border blasts Konstas: 'Drop the ramp shot'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Former Australian captain Allan Border harshly criticised compatriot and rising batter Sam Konstas for his poor shot selection in red-ball format, advising him to "shelve" his signature ramp shot.

CPL tweak its schedule to avoid clash with IPL

CPL tweak its schedule to avoid clash with IPL

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

The CPL, which was originally scheduled to commence on August 28, will now be played between August 26 and September 15.

Why Pakistan went ahead with England tour

Why Pakistan went ahead with England tour

Rediff.com26 Jul 2020

Pakistan play a three-match Test series against England starting on August 5, followed by three T20 International matches.

Pay dispute won't hit 3rd Test: Lara

Pay dispute won't hit 3rd Test: Lara

Rediff.com22 Jun 2006

"As far as we are concerned, we are going ahead with the Test. I have not seen any unease among players because of the pay matter. Everyone is looking forward to the game," Lara told reoprters ahead of the third Test

South Africa, Windies suffer as rain gamble fails

South Africa, Windies suffer as rain gamble fails

Rediff.com11 Jun 2010

Pouring rain and three wickets set South Africa back in the opening Test against West Indies.

Windies all-rounder Russell faces ban for doping violation

Windies all-rounder Russell faces ban for doping violation

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has committed an "anti-doping whereabouts" rule violation, the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO) told Reuters on Wednesday.

Windies coach King battles on with depleted squad

Windies coach King battles on with depleted squad

Rediff.com24 Mar 2005

Bennett King is optimistic ahead of next week's first Test against South Africa, despite the contract dispute that has robbed him of seven players, including skipper Brian Lara.

England have offers from Aus, NZ to host domestic games

England have offers from Aus, NZ to host domestic games

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

ECB's Harrison said the board was getting used to the idea of hosting cricket in empty stadiums.

Lawson out of entire one-day series

Lawson out of entire one-day series

Rediff.com19 May 2003

The reason cited is a persistent back injury.

Flat Tracks, Broadcast Blackout Mar Duleep Trophy

Flat Tracks, Broadcast Blackout Mar Duleep Trophy

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Under pressure, the BCCI announced that the final to be played from September 11-15 will be broadcast live.

Rampaul out of England tour

Rampaul out of England tour

Rediff.com23 Jul 2004

The West Indies fast bowler will fly home from the Test tour of England because of a shin injury.

Lara apologises to WICB

Lara apologises to WICB

Rediff.com3 Aug 2006

Brian Lara apologised to the West Indies Cricket Board for his public outburst after the Test series loss to India.

WI breached ICC agreement: FICA

WI breached ICC agreement: FICA

Rediff.com4 Sep 2009

FICA chief executive Tim May on Friday said that the West Indies Cricket Board has breached an ICC agreement by picking up a 'third rate' side for the Champions Trophy.

Shane Watson's big prediction for Shubman Gill

Shane Watson's big prediction for Shubman Gill

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson firmly believes that India's "ridiculously talented batter" Shubman Gill will be able to navigate through the challenge of switching and adjusting to different formats and overcome his inconsistent patch.

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?

Back injury renders Gayle unfit for England ODIs

Back injury renders Gayle unfit for England ODIs

Rediff.com23 Feb 2014

West Indies opener Chris Gayle will miss the One-Day International series against England with a back problem, the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) said on Saturday.

Sri Lanka appoint Jayaratne as interim cricket coach

Sri Lanka appoint Jayaratne as interim cricket coach

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

Jerome Jayaratne will be Sri Lanka's interim coach for the home series against West Indies beginning next month, the country's cricket board announced.

WICB officials must go to India to salvage situation: Roberts

WICB officials must go to India to salvage situation: Roberts

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

Legendary West Indies fast bowler Andy Roberts feels that the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) should immediately send representatives to India and salvage the situation by speaking to the BCCI bosses as paying huge damages could end cricket in the Caribbean.

'Disillusioned' Windies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo quits Test cricket

'Disillusioned' Windies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo quits Test cricket

Rediff.com31 Jan 2015

Just weeks after being dropped from the West Indies' World Cup squad, a 'disillusioned' Dwayne Bravo has announced his retirement from Test cricket.

PM steps in over Windies contract row

PM steps in over Windies contract row

Rediff.com1 Dec 2004

Grenadian Prime Minister has intervened in a bid to end a contract dispute between WICB and the players.

India to start 2007 World Cup in Trinidad

India to start 2007 World Cup in Trinidad

Rediff.com14 Jul 2004

India will be based at Trinidad & Tobago in the preliminary round of the 2007 World Cup.

Behind the scenes drama: Why did Kirsten resign?

Behind the scenes drama: Why did Kirsten resign?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Former cricketer Basit Ali disclosed that Gary Kirsten was displeased with Mohammad Rizwan's appointment as Pakistan's white-ball captain

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Trophies, Transition, Heartbreak: Team India's Roller Coaster 2025

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

While the white-ball trophy cabinet kept getting heavier, Team India's fortunes in Test cricket swung wildly between hope and despair in 2025.

Pakistan slip to 8th; India No 1 in World Test Championship Standings

Pakistan slip to 8th; India No 1 in World Test Championship Standings

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Pakistan slipped to eighth in the World Test Championship standings following their 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh.

Bangladesh leave out Shakib for Champions Trophy

Bangladesh leave out Shakib for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Bangladesh will be without premier all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan for the ICC Champions Trophy after the veteran was excluded after getting suspended from bowling in all competitions.

Simmons ruled out of World T20 owing to back injury

Simmons ruled out of World T20 owing to back injury

Rediff.com5 Mar 2016

West Indies have dropped batsman Lendl Simmons from their Twenty20 World Cup squad owing to a back injury, the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) said on Saturday. "The 31-year-old right-handed top-order batsman will remain in Trinidad to continue his rehabilitation," the WICB said. "A replacement player will be named in the coming days," it said in a statement. Simmons, who has played 34 T20Is with a top score of 77, joins all-rounder Kieron Pollard on the sidelines after a knee injury forced him to decline signing a player contract for the tournament in India. Spinner Sunil Narine, who is still working to fix his illegal bowling action, and Darren Bravo, who has opted to focus on the longer formats of cricket, withdrew from the West Indies squad last month.