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Chanderpaul puts West Indies on top

Chanderpaul puts West Indies on top

Rediff.com18 Jun 2007

Shivnarine Chanderpaul scored his second consecutive century to help the West Indies to a respectable 287 all out on the third day of the fourth and final Test.

West Indies and Chanderpaul battle on

West Indies and Chanderpaul battle on

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

Shivnarine Chanderpaul led West Indies' fight at Old Trafford on Sunday as England struggled on the fourth day of the third Test to claim the nine wickets needed to wrap up a series win.

Bell fights off improved West Indies

Bell fights off improved West Indies

Rediff.com8 Jun 2007

Ian Bell was unbeaten on 77 as England reached 296 for 7 on the first day of the third Test against the West Indies.

West Indies players to boycott Bangladesh series

West Indies players to boycott Bangladesh series

Rediff.com8 Jul 2009

West Indies players are to boycott the Test series against Bangladesh due to start on Thursday, the Caribbean team's players' union said in a statement on Tuesday.

New Zealand thrash West Indies

New Zealand thrash West Indies

Rediff.com7 Jan 2009

New Zealand crushed West Indies by seven wickets in the third one-day international in Wellington on Wednesday. The Kiwis cruised past the West Indian total of 128 with almost 30 overs to spare to level the five-game series at 1-1 with two games to go after the second match was washed out.

England's Salt shines in epic run chase vs West Indies

England's Salt shines in epic run chase vs West Indies

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

Salt serves up century as England win to keep West Indies series alive

'Well deserved': Mithali's special message for Smriti Mandhana

'Well deserved': Mithali's special message for Smriti Mandhana

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Indian vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has surpassed Mithali Raj to become the highest run-scorer in women's international cricket across all formats, achieving this milestone with a sensational 124-run innings against Hong Kong in the Women's Asia Cup 2026. Mithali Raj congratulated Mandhana on her achievement.

Emotional Sammy slams West Indies Cricket Board

Emotional Sammy slams West Indies Cricket Board

Rediff.com3 Apr 2016

'People were wondering we would plays this tournament, we had issues with the board, Mark Nicholas called us players with no brain. But all of us came together.'

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

ICC Unveils Cricket Qualification Criteria For Los Angeles Olympics

ICC Unveils Cricket Qualification Criteria For Los Angeles Olympics

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the qualification criteria for cricket's return to the Olympics at Los Angeles 2028. The Indian men's team needs to be Asia's highest-ranked in T20Is by end of 2026, while women's teams will qualify based on continental performance in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

2nd ODI: Hope's ton lifts West Indies to win over SA

2nd ODI: Hope's ton lifts West Indies to win over SA

Rediff.com19 Mar 2023

Hope's superb 128 not out anchored the West Indies score of 335 for eight in their 50 overs

England scent victory as West Indies wilt

England scent victory as West Indies wilt

Rediff.com18 May 2009

England look set to win the second Test after reducing the West Indies to 115 for 3 in their second innings at close on the fourth day on Sunday. West Indies, who were asked to follow-on, trail by 144 runs with seven wickets remaining and England should wrap up a 2-0 series victory on Monday.

England beat West Indies by 10 wickets

England beat West Indies by 10 wickets

Rediff.com9 May 2009

It is the first time in four years and 14 attempts that England have won the first match of a series and ended a sequence of six drawn Tests at Lord's.

Onions leaves West Indies in a pickle

Onions leaves West Indies in a pickle

Rediff.com7 May 2009

England pace bowler Graham Onions celebrated his Test debut with five for 38 as the West Indies were dismissed for 152 in reply to England's 377 all out on Day 2 of the first Test. After Andrew Strauss enforced the follow-on, West Indies were 39 for two in their second innings, still trailing by 186, when bad light stopped play.

When Garry Sobers Hit My Questions For Six

When Garry Sobers Hit My Questions For Six

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

I was armed with two dictaphones -- and a bottle of whisky that the editor had paid for, to lubricate the conversation.

Bravo a worry for West Indies

Bravo a worry for West Indies

Rediff.com22 Jun 2006

The all-rounder is down with a virus and did not train on Wednesday, ahead of Thursday's third Test.

Clarke to delay departure for West Indies

Clarke to delay departure for West Indies

Rediff.com9 May 2008

Australia vice captain Michael Clarke will delay his departure for the tour of West Indies due to the failing health of his fiancee's father. Cricket Australia (CA) announced on Friday that Clarke would join the Australian team at a later, as yet unspecified, date and that Brad Hodge would act as a temporary replacement.

Trinidad Test: West Indies avoid follow-on

Trinidad Test: West Indies avoid follow-on

Rediff.com9 Mar 2009

West Indies recovered from losing captain Chris Gayle retired hurt to reach 349 for four and avoid the follow-on at the close on the third day of the final Test against England in Trinidad on Sunday.

Jayasuriya, Zoysa return against West Indies

Jayasuriya, Zoysa return against West Indies

Rediff.com6 Aug 2005

West Indies captain Shivnaraine Chanderpual won the toss and elected to bat against Sri Lanka

Joe Root's Headingley fifty brings him level with Sachin Tendulkar's Test record

Joe Root's Headingley fifty brings him level with Sachin Tendulkar's Test record

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Joe Root equalled Sachin Tendulkar's record of 68 Test fifties against Pakistan, adding another milestone to his remarkable career while returning as England captain.

Chanderpaul quits as West Indies captain

Chanderpaul quits as West Indies captain

Rediff.com12 Apr 2006

The 31-year-old left-hander, who succeeded Brian Lara as skipper, led the side to just one win in 14 Tests and two victories in 16 ODIs.

PHOTOS: Champions Trophy, West Indies vs Pakistan

PHOTOS: Champions Trophy, West Indies vs Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Jun 2013

Images from the Group B match between Pakistan and West Indies at The Oval.

Edwards takes seven to lift West Indies

Edwards takes seven to lift West Indies

Rediff.com21 Dec 2008

West Indies fast bowler Fidel Edwards took a career-best seven for 87 to help dismiss New Zealand for 371 on the third day of the second Test in Napier on Sunday. When bad light stopped play 20 minutes before the scheduled close, West Indies had raced to 62 for two in their second innings with captain Chris Gayle on 36 and Xavier Marshall yet to score.

Taylor lifts West Indies in first Test

Taylor lifts West Indies in first Test

Rediff.com14 Dec 2008

Jerome Taylor scored a magnificent maiden Test century on Sunday as the West Indies ensured the rain-affected first Test against New Zealand in Dunedin would almost certainly end in a draw. Coming to the crease with the West Indies in some trouble at 173 for six, still 189 runs behind the New Zealand first innings total of 365, Taylor bludgeoned 17 fours and three sixes on his way to 106.

'Not looking to sell the game to India': Cricket Australia allows private investment in Big Bash League

'Not looking to sell the game to India': Cricket Australia allows private investment in Big Bash League

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Cricket Australia has announced that private investment will be introduced into the Big Bash League (BBL) from the 2027-28 season, beginning with the sale of the Melbourne Renegades T20 franchise, a move aimed at strengthening the league's long-term future and boosting finances.

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.

India to tour West Indies in 2009

India to tour West Indies in 2009

Rediff.com7 Nov 2008

The Indian cricket team will tour the West Indies next year in June to play a four-match ODI series.

Brathwaite, Samuels lead West Indies fightback

Brathwaite, Samuels lead West Indies fightback

Rediff.com28 Dec 2014

Half-centuries from Kraigg Brathwaite and Marlon Samuels steered a battling West Indies to 147 for two at the close on day three of the second Test against South Africa on Sunday.

Kaneria leaves West Indies facing defeat

Kaneria leaves West Indies facing defeat

Rediff.com7 Jun 2005

Leg spinner Danish Kaneria's 4 for 36 and captain Inzamam-ul-Haq's unbeaten century brought Pakistan close to their first Test win in the West Indies in 17 years.

West Indies edge B'desh in thriller to sweep series

West Indies edge B'desh in thriller to sweep series

Rediff.com14 Feb 2021

Bangladesh captain Mominul Haque rued the absence of injured all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan.

Sami doubtful for West Indies tour

Sami doubtful for West Indies tour

Rediff.com26 Apr 2005

The Pakistan fast bowler had surgery to remove a cyst in his right heel and has been advised rest.

South African centuries grind West Indies

South African centuries grind West Indies

Rediff.com23 Apr 2005

Third Test, Day 2: Smith scored 104 and De Villiers made an undefeated 122 to anchor South Africa's total of 253 for one.

West Indies spinner Narine rues missed World Cup opportunity

West Indies spinner Narine rues missed World Cup opportunity

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

Sunil Narine has still not given up hope of a return to international cricket after missing out on a spot in West Indies' World Cup squad due to injury, the spinner has said.

'You'll see a different Pakistan side': Babar's warning to England

'You'll see a different Pakistan side': Babar's warning to England

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Pakistan captain Babar Azam has declared himself 90 percent fit and available for the second Test against England at Lord's, aiming to lead a rejuvenated side after their innings defeat in the first match. He emphasised the need for senior players, including himself, to take responsibility and hinted at potential changes if performance doesn't improve.

Rohit-Gill or Jaiswal? Coach reveals India's ODI plan

Rohit-Gill or Jaiswal? Coach reveals India's ODI plan

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak confirmed Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill as the preferred opening pair, while urging Yashasvi Jaiswal to continue working hard for his opportunities. Kotak also highlighted the invaluable experience of senior players like Rohit, Kohli, and Jadeja in preparing the team for the 2027 World Cup, emphasising a series-by-series planning approach. He also confirmed Shubman Gill's fitness for the upcoming match.

Press slam West Indies horror story

Press slam West Indies horror story

Rediff.com4 Apr 2004

Newspapers described West Indies' defeat by England as a crying shame and a horror story on Sunday.