News for 'West Indies'

Flying Economy Costs More Than Ever

Flying Economy Costs More Than Ever

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Economy passengers are paying more year-on-year while business travellers are paying less.

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

Vaas leaves West Indies struggling

Vaas leaves West Indies struggling

Rediff.com15 Jul 2005

Chaminda Vaas took four wickets for 12 runs to leave West Indies precariously placed on 59 for six in the second innings.

West Indies drop Lara, Sarwan

West Indies drop Lara, Sarwan

Rediff.com1 Jul 2005

West Indies named a squad shorn of several leading players for their July tour of Sri Lanka as a result of the contract dispute.

Indian eves beat West Indies

Indian eves beat West Indies

Rediff.com2 Apr 2005

Anju Jain's 68-run knock helped India to enter semi-finals of the Women's World Cup in South Africa.

West Indies cancel tour of Pakistan

West Indies cancel tour of Pakistan

Rediff.com9 Oct 2008

Pakistan Cricket Board's efforts to host a home Test series were dealt a blow as West Indies cancelled its proposed tour next month because of security concerns.

West Indies manager Skerritt resigns

West Indies manager Skerritt resigns

Rediff.com23 Mar 2004

West Indies lose tour game

West Indies lose tour game

Rediff.com5 Jan 2005

West Indies players to wear 'Black Lives Matter' logo

West Indies players to wear 'Black Lives Matter' logo

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

West Indies players will wear 'Black Lives Matter' emblem on the collars of their shirts during the upcoming Test series against England to show solidarity and help raise awareness regarding equality.

West Indies' Pooran suspended for ball-tampering

West Indies' Pooran suspended for ball-tampering

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

Pooran was handed a four-match suspension after admitting to ball-tampering

West Indies batter Campbell gets 4-year anti-doping ban

West Indies batter Campbell gets 4-year anti-doping ban

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

West Indies batter John Campbell has been slapped with a four-year ban for violation of an anti-doping rule, according to a Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO) decision

Smith leads West Indies recovery

Smith leads West Indies recovery

Rediff.com12 Mar 2004

The opener hit his maiden Test century to help the hosts recover from a poor start to reach 311 for nine.

Rohit Breaks Silence On 2027 World Cup Future

Rohit Breaks Silence On 2027 World Cup Future

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma has responded to speculation about his participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup, stating that "October 2027 is far away." BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia also dismissed concerns, highlighting Sharma's current form.

Gutsy Ireland upset former champions West Indies

Gutsy Ireland upset former champions West Indies

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Ireland shocked former champions West Indies by four wickets in a Pool B match in the ICC World Cup at Saxton Field in Nelson.

Rabada Vs Bumrah: Who Is the Better Test Bowler?

Rabada Vs Bumrah: Who Is the Better Test Bowler?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2026

The numbers don't settle it. Bumrah has the lower average and is harder to score off. Rabada has the bigger pile, the ten-wicket matches, and a winning team behind him.

Shoaib targets West Indies tour

Shoaib targets West Indies tour

Rediff.com12 Apr 2005

"I am now focusing on the West Indies tour. I want to play for my country and perform," the Pakistan fast bowler said.

Samson blasts 57 off 22 to hit 2,000-run milestone

Samson blasts 57 off 22 to hit 2,000-run milestone

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has surpassed 2,000 international runs, achieving the milestone with an explosive 57 off 22 balls against Afghanistan at Arun Jaitley Stadium. This performance marks a significant return to form for Samson, who has also had a stellar year in T20Is, including a 'Player of the Tournament' award in the T20 World Cup.

Asian Games 2026: Axar sends message to teammates before Pakistan final

Asian Games 2026: Axar sends message to teammates before Pakistan final

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

We have to perform in both batting and bowling, Axar Patel says ahead of India's Asian Games 2026 cricket final against Pakistan on Saturday.

West Indies regain initiative

West Indies regain initiative

Rediff.com10 Mar 2006

West Indies recovered from an early batting collapse to post 257 and then reduced New Zealand to 98 for 4 on day two of the first Test.

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.

Will Warner skip West Indies T20Is for ILT20 glory?

Will Warner skip West Indies T20Is for ILT20 glory?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Bailey confirmed that Warner will be selected for the West Indies series and will be expected to participate.

Hope springs afresh in West Indies

Hope springs afresh in West Indies

Rediff.com20 Feb 2007

The West Indies have a chance to become the first host nation to win the World Cup.

BCCI boosts commercial portfolio with new Rs 130 crore deals

BCCI boosts commercial portfolio with new Rs 130 crore deals

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

The BCCI has announced new associate partnerships with Campa, SBI Life, and ChatGPT for India's home cricket matches. These deals are valued at over Rs 130 crore for two seasons, marking a 44% increase over the previous cycle and extending until March 2028. The partnerships highlight the growing commercial appeal and versatility of Indian cricket.

Why this former West Indies great is disappointed...

Why this former West Indies great is disappointed...

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

West Indies have failed to understand English conditions and paid the price for their one-dimensional tactics of trying to bounce out opposition

West Indies squad stats

West Indies squad stats

Rediff.com29 Jul 2005

Zimbabwe hold off late West Indies charge to draw first Test

Zimbabwe hold off late West Indies charge to draw first Test

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Zimbabwe were set 272 to win with 49 overs left on the final afternoon, but never seriously chased their target

Guwahati braces for emotional farewell as Kohli, Rohit set for potential final appearance

Guwahati braces for emotional farewell as Kohli, Rohit set for potential final appearance

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Guwahati is abuzz with 'RoKo' mania as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are set to play what could be their final ODI match in the city. Despite waning ODI popularity, the presence of these cricketing legends, especially Kohli's recent form and his declaration about the 2027 World Cup being his last, has created immense anticipation among fans.

15-Year-Old Sooryavanshi's ICC Ranking Will Shock You

15-Year-Old Sooryavanshi's ICC Ranking Will Shock You

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Rising sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made a significant jump in the latest ICC Men's T20I Batting Rankings, climbing 230 places to 48th after an impressive Player of the Series performance against Zimbabwe. India teammate Ishan Kishan leads the T20I batting rankings with a career-best 910 points, the third-highest rating ever recorded.

Akash Deep set for Test comeback as India pick New Zealand tour squads

Akash Deep set for Test comeback as India pick New Zealand tour squads

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Fast bowler Akash Deep is expected to be recalled to India's Test squad for the upcoming New Zealand tour, following a successful return to domestic cricket after a seven-month injury layoff. The selection committee is also set to pick squads for T20Is, ODIs, and India A's shadow tour.

Babar Azam Back As Pakistan's Test Captain!

Babar Azam Back As Pakistan's Test Captain!

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

Babar Azam has returned to lead Pakistan's Test cricket team after Shan Masood was axed from the role.

Babar Azam's absence hits Pakistan ahead of England Test; Salman gets captaincy call

Babar Azam's absence hits Pakistan ahead of England Test; Salman gets captaincy call

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Pakistan captain Babar Azam will miss this week's first test in against England after injuring his right hand during a warm-up match and Salman Ali Agha will deputise, head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed said on Tuesday.

Women's Asia Cup: Smriti Mandhana Sets New Records With Explosive Ton Vs Hong Kong

Women's Asia Cup: Smriti Mandhana Sets New Records With Explosive Ton Vs Hong Kong

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Smriti Mandhana etched her name in the annals of cricket history, becoming the batter with the most centuries in women's international cricket while hitting the most centuries in women's international cricket in the Women's Asia Cup match against Hong Kong in Dubai on Thursday.

Fortuin runs through Namibia as South Africa complete dominant ODI clean sweep

Fortuin runs through Namibia as South Africa complete dominant ODI clean sweep

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Bjorn Fortuin's four-wicket haul sparked Namibia's collapse before Jordan Hermann and Connor Esterhuizen powered South Africa's chase, sealing a commanding nine-wicket win and 3-0 ODI series sweep.

Rain washes out West Indies ODI

Rain washes out West Indies ODI

Rediff.com14 May 2006

The sixth one-day international between the West Indies and Zimbabwe was abandoned with no result after steady rain in on Saturday.

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.

Batters in focus as West Indies take on South Africa

Batters in focus as West Indies take on South Africa

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

Smarting from opening game losses, a good batting display will be high on the agenda for South Africa and defending champions West Indies when the two teams lock horns in a Super 12 match of the T20 World Cup in Dubai on Tuesday.

South Africa target West Indies' whitewash

South Africa target West Indies' whitewash

Rediff.com22 Mar 2005

The first Test starts on March 31 in Guyana but West Indies will be without Lara and six other leading players because of a contract dispute.

Jaiswal's controversial run-out vs Sri Lanka sparks debate

Jaiswal's controversial run-out vs Sri Lanka sparks debate

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Yashasvi Jaiswal was unfortunately run out for 32 on Day 1 of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle after a bizarre mix-up with KL Rahul and a collision with debutant bowler Keshara Nuwantha.

Rahane to play for Leicestershire after West Indies tour

Rahane to play for Leicestershire after West Indies tour

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Ajinkya Rahane will be plying his trade for the English county side Leicestershire in Division 2, after the two-Test series against the West Indies next month.

Marsh shines as Australia beat West Indies by four runs

Marsh shines as Australia beat West Indies by four runs

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

The visitors chose to bat first and set West Indies a target of 190 after Marsh struck six sixes and four boundaries, while skipper Aaron Finch scored 53 runs off 37 balls.