News for 'West Indies'

West Indies elect to bat in third Test

West Indies elect to bat in third Test

Rediff.com22 Jun 2006

India made two changes in the line-up, Harbhajan Singh and S Sreesanth coming in place of VRV Singh and Irfan Pathan.

Pak reject West Indies request for tour change

Pak reject West Indies request for tour change

Rediff.com21 Jun 2006

"They wanted to play a Twenty20 match on Nov. 17 before coming to Pakistan and asked us to reschedule the dates," a PCB official said.

Centre to evacuate Indians from Gulf; IndiGo to operate 10 Jeddah flights

Centre to evacuate Indians from Gulf; IndiGo to operate 10 Jeddah flights

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi assures that the Indian government is prepared to bring back Indians stranded in the Gulf region due to the Iran-Israel conflict and disruptions in Dubai, emphasizing citizen safety as the top priority.

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

Rediff.com4 May 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the unifying role of cricket between India and Jamaica, dedicating a digital scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park in Kingston.

Duffy takes 5 as New Zealand romp to victory over Windies

Duffy takes 5 as New Zealand romp to victory over Windies

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Jacob Duffy took five for 38 as New Zealand's makeshift bowling attack bundled out West Indies for 128 to set up a nine-wicket victory.

Akeal Hosein credits pitch reading, plans after CSK's big win over MI

Akeal Hosein credits pitch reading, plans after CSK's big win over MI

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Akeal Hosein explains how adapting to pitch conditions helped him claim four wickets as Chennai Super Kings beat Mumbai Indians by 103 runs in IPL 2026.

India will be tougher than West Indies: Vaughan

India will be tougher than West Indies: Vaughan

Rediff.com10 Jul 2007

England captain Michael Vaughan says his team will need to raise the bar to beat Rahul Dravid's men in the three-Test series.

West Indies eye completion of 2014 abandoned tour of India

West Indies eye completion of 2014 abandoned tour of India

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Keen to complete the controversially-abandoned 2014 tour of India, the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) has said it would host the Indians in 2016 if its players' association agrees to a commitment on the series.

'West Indies players will be playing in Indian Premier League'

'West Indies players will be playing in Indian Premier League'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2014

In a bit of relief for West Indies cricket, IPL chairman Ranjib Biswal has said its players will be allowed to compete in the cash-rich league, putting to rest speculations of them being ignored from the event after the team's abrupt cancellation of India tour.

PHOTOS: India, West Indies check in for WT20 warm-up

PHOTOS: India, West Indies check in for WT20 warm-up

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

Former champions India and West Indies cricket teams arrived in Kolkata on Monday amid tight security ahead of their World Twenty20 warm-up fixtures later this week.

Smriti Mandhana solidifies top spot in ODI batting charts; Jemimah drops to 12th

Smriti Mandhana solidifies top spot in ODI batting charts; Jemimah drops to 12th

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Smriti Mandhana retains her top position in the latest women's ODI batting rankings, while New Zealand players make significant gains after strong performances against Zimbabwe.

Samson replaces injured Dhawan for West Indies T20Is

Samson replaces injured Dhawan for West Indies T20Is

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

Opener Shikhar Dhawan was ruled out of the upcoming three-match T20I series against West Indies with an injury and was replaced by Kerala's wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson.

West Indies' Samuels banned from bowling for 12 months

West Indies' Samuels banned from bowling for 12 months

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

West Indies batsman Marlon Samuels has been banned from bowling for 12 months by the International Cricket Council after undergoing testing on his action.

Australia need 78 runs to beat West Indies

Australia need 78 runs to beat West Indies

Rediff.com20 Nov 2005

The Australians dismissed the West Indies for 334 on the final ball of the fourth day to leave themselves a full day to clinch an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-game series.

Conway, Hay fifties put NZ on top in Wellington Test

Conway, Hay fifties put NZ on top in Wellington Test

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Opener Devon Conway and debutant Mitchell Hay struck half-centuries to earn New Zealand a handy first-innings lead of 73 before their depleted bowling attack reduced West Indies to 32 for two to take control of the second Test in Wellington on Thursday.

Ravi Shastri: 'After 4th 6 I Thought Let's Go For The Full Monty'

Ravi Shastri: 'After 4th 6 I Thought Let's Go For The Full Monty'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

In an era where today's cricketers seldom read reports or build personal bonds with journalists, these four belonged to a different, warmer time. They valued relationships. They acknowledged the storyteller.

Sri Lanka beat West Indies by 1 run to enter final

Sri Lanka beat West Indies by 1 run to enter final

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

Sri Lanka took three wickets in the last three overs to snatch a thrilling one-run victory over West Indies in the triangular one-day series on Wednesday. Niroshan Dickwella and Kusal Mendis both scored 94 runs as Sri Lanka posted 330 for seven from their 50 overs but for the second game running, West Indies worked themselves into a winning position before falling agonisingly short of their target as they finished on 329 for nine.

India keep Saini as cover for series against West Indies

India keep Saini as cover for series against West Indies

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

It is believed that if Saini stays back, it will help bowling coach Bharath Arun to invest more time in the 26-year-old Karnal-lad

Champions Trophy Stats: Pakistan vs West Indies

Champions Trophy Stats: Pakistan vs West Indies

Rediff.com24 Sep 2009

Following are the statistical highlights of the Champions Trophy match between Pakistan and the West Indies played in Johannesburg.

5 things West Indies learned from their loss to India

5 things West Indies learned from their loss to India

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

West Indies pacer Jerome Taylor feels that the loss to India in their World Twenty20 warm-up fixture, in Kolkata, has given his team a reality check.

Pakistan wrap up West Indies' tour on winning note

Pakistan wrap up West Indies' tour on winning note

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

Pakistan wrapped up their tour of the West Indies with an 11-run win in the second Twenty20 international in St Vincent on Sunday to complete a One-day double over the world T20 champions.

Women's World T20: West Indies beat Bangladesh by 49 runs

Women's World T20: West Indies beat Bangladesh by 49 runs

Rediff.com20 Mar 2016

West Indies women took a step closer towards a semi-final berth after comfortably beating Bangladesh by 49 runs to register their second win in the ICC World T20 cricket tournament, in Chennai, on Sunday.

West Indies enjoy easy second T20 win over Zimbabwe

West Indies enjoy easy second T20 win over Zimbabwe

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Twenty20 world champions West Indies enjoyed a second easy win over Zimbabwe with a 41-run victory in Antigua on Sunday.

What Makes Sanju 'Chetta' Kerala's Darling

What Makes Sanju 'Chetta' Kerala's Darling

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Whenever he has played a match-winning knock, the pride in Malayalees travels faster than the fastest delivery in world cricket.

Sarwan ton secures ODI series win for West Indies

Sarwan ton secures ODI series win for West Indies

Rediff.com25 Feb 2013

Ramnaresh Sarwan's unbeaten 120 fired West Indies to a seven-wicket victory in their second One-day International against Zimbabwe on Sunday, ensuring the Caribbeans sealed the three-match series 2-0.

IPL 2027: Hardik Trade, Coaching Shake-Up: What's Next For LSG?

IPL 2027: Hardik Trade, Coaching Shake-Up: What's Next For LSG?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Lucknow Super Giants face a crucial rebuilding phase after finishing last in IPL 2026 and Rishabh Pant stepping down as captain. From auction strategy and potential Hardik Pandya interest to coaching changes and retention plans, here's what lies ahead for LSG before IPL 2027.

Number crunching: India vs West Indies head-to-head

Number crunching: India vs West Indies head-to-head

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

India take on the West Indies in the first of the two-match Test series at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. Rajneesh Gupta presents the statistics in Test matches involving the two teams.

Watson, Bollinger return for West Indies ODIs

Watson, Bollinger return for West Indies ODIs

Rediff.com3 Feb 2010

Star all-rounder Shane Watson and pacer Doug Bollinger on Wednesday returned to Australia's 13-member squad after a brief break for the first two One-Day Internationals of a five-match series against the West Indies starting on February 7.

West Indies wilt to Proteas fire in East London

West Indies wilt to Proteas fire in East London

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

West Indies tour of South Africa hit a new low on Wednesday when they were bundled out for 122 in under 34 overs to lose the third one-day international by nine wickets at Buffalo Park.

Is 'arrogant' West Indies board to be blamed for decline?

Is 'arrogant' West Indies board to be blamed for decline?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

Batting great Viv Richards has slammed 'arrogant' Caribbean administrators for thinking they are as important as players and has laid the blame for the decline of West Indies cricket firmly at their door.

Steyn passed fit for West Indies clash

Steyn passed fit for West Indies clash

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

South Africa pace bowler Dale Steyn has been passed fit for Friday's winner-takes-all Champions Trophy Group B clash against West Indies in Cardiff.

PHOTOS: India vs West Indies, Champions Trophy

PHOTOS: India vs West Indies, Champions Trophy

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Images from the ICC Champions Trophy match between India and West Indies in London, on Tuesday.

Can West Indies 'spoil' Sachin's farewell party?

Can West Indies 'spoil' Sachin's farewell party?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Regarded as the most dangerous batsman Chris Gayle said while he wished a great farewell for legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar, his side will be out there to 'spoil the fun' when they take on India in the Two-Test series.

Rishabh Pant removed as Test vice-captain; Dubey, Suthar, Brar picked for Afghanistan Test

Rishabh Pant removed as Test vice-captain; Dubey, Suthar, Brar picked for Afghanistan Test

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Rishabh Pant loses India Test vice-captaincy and is dropped from the ODI squad for the Afghanistan series, while K L Rahul returns as deputy and young players earn maiden call-ups.

Samuels sets up easy T20 win for West Indies

Samuels sets up easy T20 win for West Indies

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Marlon Samuels struck 85 off 43 balls as world champions West Indies beat Bangladesh by 18 runs in the only Twenty20 international.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Bavuma backs 'unlucky' Rabada to deliver against New Zealand

T20 World Cup semifinal: Bavuma backs 'unlucky' Rabada to deliver against New Zealand

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Bavuma "puts his money" on struggling Rabada to deliver something special ahead of T20WC semifinal

Vettori ruled out of second Test against West Indies

Vettori ruled out of second Test against West Indies

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

New Zealand spinner Daniel Vettori will miss the second Test against West Indies starting on Thursday in Kingston with a groin strain, the country's cricket board said on Wednesday.

Desperate Sri Lanka clash with West Indies in must-win game

Desperate Sri Lanka clash with West Indies in must-win game

Rediff.com30 Jun 2019

Sri Lanka need to win their final two games, and hope for favourable outcomes in England and Pakistan's next fixtures.

West Indies captain Bravo suspended for Sri Lanka match

West Indies captain Bravo suspended for Sri Lanka match

Rediff.com6 Jul 2013

West Indies captain Dwayne Bravo has been suspended for one match after his side was fined for a second minor over-rate offence within 12 months during their tri-series ODI against India at Port of Spain, Trinidad.

West Indies' Russell to start anti-doping hearing next week

West Indies' Russell to start anti-doping hearing next week

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell will face a preliminary hearing before an independent anti-doping disciplinary panel next week over a whereabouts rule violation, his lawyer Patrick Foster said.