News for 'West Indies Cricket Board'

Windies eyeing to make full use of only warm-up game

Windies eyeing to make full use of only warm-up game

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

Denied adequate preparation time in India, the West Indies would look to utilise all their resources when they take on Board President's XI

'Pakistan cricket failed to handle Umar's talent'

'Pakistan cricket failed to handle Umar's talent'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

Kamran Akmal voiced his unhappiness at being kept out of the national team despite good performances in domestic cricket.

Cricket Buzz: England name Ramprakash as batting coach

Cricket Buzz: England name Ramprakash as batting coach

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

The 45-year-old, who played 52 Tests between 1991 and 2002, replaced his former international team mate Graham Gooch who stepped down from the role in May.

Marlon Samuels charged under ICC Anti-Corruption Code

Marlon Samuels charged under ICC Anti-Corruption Code

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

The West Indies cricketer has 14 days from September 21 to respond to the charges.

Moments From Ashwin's Exceptional Journey

Moments From Ashwin's Exceptional Journey

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Ashwin's legacy, marked by his intellect and dominance on the field, will resonate for years to come.

Duleep Trophy: Ishan Kishan makes a statement with century!

Duleep Trophy: Ishan Kishan makes a statement with century!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Batting at No 4, Ishan Kishan smashed 111, hitting 14 fours and three sixes in his 126-ball knock to rally India C against India B.

All eyes on Shami as India eye fresh start vs England

All eyes on Shami as India eye fresh start vs England

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

After a disappointing showing in the Test series in Australia recently, the Indian team is eager to make a fresh start in the T20 format.

ICC withdraws two-tier Test proposal under pressure from BCCI

ICC withdraws two-tier Test proposal under pressure from BCCI

Rediff.com7 Sep 2016

The International Cricket Council on Wednesday withdrew its contentious proposal of having a two-tier system in Test cricket following vehement opposition from the all-powerful Board of Control for Cricket in India along with support from Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe and Bangladesh.

India win Windies series 2-0 after Day 5 washed out in Trinidad

India win Windies series 2-0 after Day 5 washed out in Trinidad

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

India recorded their biggest Test series win on Caribbean soil with a 2-0 victory over West Indies following a washout in the fourth and final Test match but ended up losing the number one spot in the ICC rankings, in Port of Spain, on Monday.

Pakistan doesn't want next ICC chairman from India, Aus or England

Pakistan doesn't want next ICC chairman from India, Aus or England

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ehsan Mani is against the idea of someone from among the 'big three' nations of India, England and Australia becoming the next ICC chairperson, saying it would be "healthier" for the game to select someone from other boards.

Windies batsman Marshall tests positive

Windies batsman Marshall tests positive

Rediff.com19 Sep 2008

West Indies opening batsman Xavier Marshall has tested positive for a banned substance, a senior cricket board official said. Jamaican Marshall and Tonito Willett from Leeward Islands tested positive last month at a camp to pick the side to face England in the Stanford Twenty20 winner-take-all $20 million (11.1 million pound) match on November 1, a report said.

Inzamam blames Pakistan's selectors for WC T20 debacle

Inzamam blames Pakistan's selectors for WC T20 debacle

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Legendary Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq ripped into the team's selection for the recent T20 World Cup, highlighting the lack of specialist middle-order batsmen as a key reason for their group stage exit.

WICB say they were left with no option but to call off tour

WICB say they were left with no option but to call off tour

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

The West Indies Cricket Board has criticised skipper Dwayne Bravo and said it was left with no option but to call off the tour of India following a strike by its players in the wake of an acrimonious ongoing pay dispute with WICB.

Cricket Buzz: Women cricketers to get Lord's recognition

Cricket Buzz: Women cricketers to get Lord's recognition

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

'This is a landmark moment for Lord's, with women's cricket now documented in the dressing rooms for the first time.'

NZ paceman Gillespie out of Windies Tests

NZ paceman Gillespie out of Windies Tests

Rediff.com3 Jul 2012

Injury-prone paceman Mark Gillespie has been ruled out of New Zealand's two-Test series in West Indies after failing to recover from an ankle injury, the country's cricket board (NZC) said on Tuesday.

'PCB hopeful that India can be convinced to tour Pakistan'

'PCB hopeful that India can be convinced to tour Pakistan'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

With an intention of hosting India in August next year, the Pakistan Cricket Board has convinced its West Indies counterpart not split the national team's scheduled tour to the Caribbean and instead play a full series in July.

England cricketers to pay tribute to COVID-19 warriors

England cricketers to pay tribute to COVID-19 warriors

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

England's players will wear the names of selected COVID-19 workers with cricketing backgrounds on their training shirts during the upcoming Test series against West Indies in recognition of their selfless services. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced that the three-match Test series, to be played behind closed doors at The Ageas Bowl and Old Trafford due to the pandemic, will be named "raise the bat" series as a tribute to those on the frontline.

'I struck the winning run and became a hero that day'

'I struck the winning run and became a hero that day'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

'We used to get Rs 250 for a Test match, and if the match was over in 4 days, 50 rupees were cut.'

ECB suspends professional cricket till May 28

ECB suspends professional cricket till May 28

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

The ECB took the decision following discussions with the First Class Counties, the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) and the Professional Cricketers' Association (PCA). The Board also announced that it is working on three new options, including the three-Test series against the West Indies, the T20 Cup and the women's schedule against India, for a possible start in June, July or August.

'Maiden title should spur women's game in Caribbeans'

'Maiden title should spur women's game in Caribbeans'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2016

"We have to move on from here not just enjoy look at it stepping stone. We don't want to stuck here. We definitely need some infrastructure like in Australia and England."

Zimbabwe's cricketers ready to 'play for free'

Zimbabwe's cricketers ready to 'play for free'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

Zimbabwe's cricketers are willing to 'play for free' to keep the game alive in the country, expressing their desperation to compete in the upcoming World Twenty20 Qualifiers.

Will ICC allow coronavirus substitutes?

Will ICC allow coronavirus substitutes?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

The ICC currently only allows a player to be replaced during a match because of concussion. Under the proposed change, a late substitution would also be allowed on coronavirus grounds.

Casino visit: Pakistan team officials under the scanner

Casino visit: Pakistan team officials under the scanner

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Pakistan team's current media manager Umar Farooq Kalson and board's GM (International Cricket) Adnan Ali are under scanner after pictures and video footages emerged of the duo visiting a Colombo casino.

Windies batsman Marshall tests positive

Windies batsman Marshall tests positive

Rediff.com21 Sep 2008

West Indies opening batsman Xavier Marshall has tested positive for a banned substance

'Something that brings goosebumps even after so many years'

'Something that brings goosebumps even after so many years'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

'The joy of winning the World Cup cannot be compared with any amount of money!'

Injured England pacer Wood out of IPL 2022

Injured England pacer Wood out of IPL 2022

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Fast bowler Mark Wood has been ruled out of IPL 2022 and the remainder of England's tour of the West Indies due to an elbow injury.

Will India agree to tour South Africa in August?

Will India agree to tour South Africa in August?

Rediff.com21 May 2020

South Africa are optimistic about hosting India for three lucrative Twenty20 Internationals in late August, but are trying to find new dates for their proposed tour to the West Indies. Cricket South Africa (CSA) has already had to postpone a limited overs series in Sri Lanka, but has earmarked the visit by India to raise much-needed revenue.

State funeral for Ajit Wadekar, legendary cricketer

State funeral for Ajit Wadekar, legendary cricketer

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

Sachin Tendulkar was among the many who paid their last respects to the cricketer, coach-manager and administrator.

Not Sydney, Lara picks the best-ever Test knock he's played

Not Sydney, Lara picks the best-ever Test knock he's played

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

He also picked that knock over the monumental 375 and 400 not out against England, and he had his reasons.

New Zealand captain Taylor out with shoulder injury

New Zealand captain Taylor out with shoulder injury

Rediff.com1 Jul 2012

New Zealand captain Ross Taylor has been ruled out of Sunday's Twenty20 match against West Indies and is expected to miss the early part of the following five-match One-day series due to a shoulder injury, the county's cricket board (NZC) said.

Windies ignore Gayle for India Tests; Cornwall in squad

Windies ignore Gayle for India Tests; Cornwall in squad

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

The flamboyant Chris Gayle is unlikely to get a farewell Test match against India after being overlooked in the 13-strong West Indies squad for the two-Test series, starting August 22 at North Sound, in Antigua.

England's Joe Root doubtful for World T20 with thumb injury

England's Joe Root doubtful for World T20 with thumb injury

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

England batsman Joe Root is a major doubt for the World Twenty20 tournament this month after fracturing his thumb during England's one-day series clincher in the West Indies.

ICC unhappy as current players seek retirement to play in MCL

ICC unhappy as current players seek retirement to play in MCL

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

With current players from three full member nations seeking no objection certificates to participate in the upcoming Masters Champions League (MCL), the ICC warned the boards against entertaining such demands and called it 'unacceptable'.

Gayle warns: Dominance of Big Three will kill the game

Gayle warns: Dominance of Big Three will kill the game

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Gayle said only three teams dominating the game can't be good for the game in the long run.

Afghans eye Super 8 berth; USA look to go past Ireland

Afghans eye Super 8 berth; USA look to go past Ireland

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

England face Oman

Injured Windies pacer Roach ruled out of S Africa Tests

Injured Windies pacer Roach ruled out of S Africa Tests

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

West Indies have lost their most accomplished fast bowler after Kemar Roach was ruled out of the final two matches of the test series in South Africa and replaced by uncapped Kenroy Peters, the country's cricket board announced.

'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.

Archer serves up reminder of what Windies let slip away

Archer serves up reminder of what Windies let slip away

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

Jofra Archer would have walked out of the West Indies dressing room on Friday wearing burgundy not light blue. That he did not can be traced back to the day he was left out of the West Indies squad for the 2014 Under-19 World Cup despite having already shone for the age-group side.

England to play Windies, Pakistan as part of Test Championship next year

England to play Windies, Pakistan as part of Test Championship next year

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

The competition involves the nine top-ranked Test nations competing in a league between July 2019 and April 2021, with the top two sides progressing to the final which will be held in England in June 2021.

We need to improve in all aspects: Jason Holder

We need to improve in all aspects: Jason Holder

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

West Indies' skipper Jason Holder has called for his team to raise their game and close the gap with India in the second Test in Kingston, Jamaica.