News for 'World Cup Campaign Concludes'

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Vaishnavi Adkar's Victory Leads India to Billie Jean King Cup Win Over South Korea

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Vaishnavi Adkar's inspiring win over Sohyun Park propelled India to a 2-1 victory against South Korea in the Billie Jean King Cup, despite Ankita Raina's earlier defeat.

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

'Pakistan hungry for Asia Cup and World Cup glory'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Every player in this team is hungry for success: Babar Azam

Sophie Molineux to replace Alyssa Healy as Australia captain

Sophie Molineux to replace Alyssa Healy as Australia captain

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Sophie Molineux will take over as Australia's all-formats captain after Alyssa Healy retires at the end of the upcoming home series against India.

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

IPL schedule suspense to end soon

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Devajit Saikia said the first 20-day schedule of the Indian Premier League 2026 season will be announced in two to three days, with the tournament set to begin on March 28.

T20 WC: Pak captain Agha on where his team faltered

T20 WC: Pak captain Agha on where his team faltered

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

'...whenever there is pressure, I think our decision making is not as good as it should be.'

Recuperating Afridi included in Pak World Cup squad

Recuperating Afridi included in Pak World Cup squad

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Fast bowler Mohammad Wasim also returned to the World Cup squad after recovering fully from a side strain he suffered during the Asia Cup.

Aakash Chopra flags Gujarat Titans' batting concerns ahead of IPL 2026

Aakash Chopra flags Gujarat Titans' batting concerns ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Former India opener Aakash Chopra has pointed out the real chink in the armour for Gujarat Titans ahead of the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), highlighting the Shubman Gill-led side's heavy dependence on their top-order and the poor form of star batter Jos Buttler.

This could be my last World Cup: Ashwin

This could be my last World Cup: Ashwin

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

The veteran spinner was named as a late replacement for the injured Axar Patel in India' 15-member squad for World Cup 2023.

5 leading wicket takers of World Cup 2023

5 leading wicket takers of World Cup 2023

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Let's take a look at the standout performers in the bowling department:

World Cup 2023: India's XI Stunners!

World Cup 2023: India's XI Stunners!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The collective brilliance of the Indian XI in the 2023 World Cup makes a compelling case for each player to be considered for inclusion in every World XI.

Will Pakistan World Cup clash be Malan's last ODI?

Will Pakistan World Cup clash be Malan's last ODI?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Dawid Malan, England's lone soldier in a disastrous World Cup campaign, feels the match against Pakistan on Saturday could be his "last" ODI.

FIH Pro League: New skipper, new start: India eye comeback

FIH Pro League: New skipper, new start: India eye comeback

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

The Indian men's hockey team, led by new captain Hardik Singh, is looking to rebound from recent losses as they begin the FIH Pro League's overseas leg against Spain in Hobart. The team aims to use these matches to refine their strategy and build momentum for upcoming major tournaments.

World Cup: 'India need someone like Kohli, who has been there, done that'

World Cup: 'India need someone like Kohli, who has been there, done that'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Sanjay Manjrekar said that with his current state of play, ODIs are just the right format for star batter Virat Kohli and his presence for India at the big stages will be extremely valuable.

'Mix of youth and experience': Hockey India names 24-member squad for FIH Pro League

'Mix of youth and experience': Hockey India names 24-member squad for FIH Pro League

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The Indian squad features a blend of experienced players and young talent across departments as the team looks to make a strong start to its Pro League campaign on home soil.

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Kallis' strategy to break South Africa's World Cup jinx

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Jacques Kallis remarked that the Proteas players should stick to their roles during the ICC Cricket World Cup in India

2023 World Cup: India vs Pakistan in Ahmedabad on Oct 15

2023 World Cup: India vs Pakistan in Ahmedabad on Oct 15

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Hosts India begin their campaign against five-time World Cup winners Australia in Chennai on October 8.

Midfield stalwart Manpreet dropped from core group ahead of FIH Pro League

Midfield stalwart Manpreet dropped from core group ahead of FIH Pro League

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Midfield stalwart Manpreet Singh is the biggest name missing from the list of 33 probables announced by Hockey India for the senior men's national coaching camp ahead of the upcoming FIH Pro League season, set to begin in Rourkela next month.

Saker returns to boost England for Ashes 2025

Saker returns to boost England for Ashes 2025

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

He has since returned for key assignments, including the 2022 T20 World Cup victory and both the Ashes and ODI World Cup campaigns in 2023.

Is Rohit the perfect captain to lead India to 3rd World Cup title?

Is Rohit the perfect captain to lead India to 3rd World Cup title?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Laid-back Rohit best man to lead India to third WC title: Ponting

Messi Returns To India But Won't Kick A Ball

Messi Returns To India But Won't Kick A Ball

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi is not scheduled to play serious football on the 'G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025'.

Trent Boult's hungry quest for World Cup glory

Trent Boult's hungry quest for World Cup glory

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Trent Boult said that he is hungry as ever to represent the country and play a big role in Kiwis lifting their maiden ICC Cricket World Cup in 2023

Asian C'ship: Amanpreet Singh Leads India's Podium Sweep

Asian C'ship: Amanpreet Singh Leads India's Podium Sweep

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Amanpreet Singh wins 25m centre fire gold as India sweep the podium and finish with 33 medals at the Asian Championship in New Delhi. Sift Kaur Samra and Tejaswini Sawant also shine.

Harman and Co upbeat as they chase elusive WC title

Harman and Co upbeat as they chase elusive WC title

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'We are going to play in front of a huge crowd in India, and it's going to be a memorable campaign and we are ready for it.'

Sehwag picks India's gamechangers at Asia Cup

Sehwag picks India's gamechangers at Asia Cup

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Bumrah has been at the heart of India's success in recent years. He spearheaded India's title-winning run in the T20 World Cup last year, finishing with 15 wickets, and overall has 89 scalps in 70 matches at a remarkable average of 17.74.

'Some selectors understand it, some do not'

'Some selectors understand it, some do not'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Former South African batter AB de Villiers hoped that Team India seamer Jasprit Bumrah will carry his red-ball form into the upcoming Asia Cup in the UAE, but felt the pace spearhead might not feature in all games in the continental tournment.

2019 World Cup: India vs Pakistan on June 16

2019 World Cup: India vs Pakistan on June 16

Rediff.com24 Apr 2018

India will start their World Cup campaign on June 5 as the BCCI will have to maintain a mandatory 15-day gap between the IPL final and international assignment as per the Lodha Committee recommendations.

Time has come..., says Bravo after Windies exit T20 World Cup

Time has come..., says Bravo after Windies exit T20 World Cup

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

Following the defending champions' defeat to Sri Lanka in the Super 12s match in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, Bravo confirmed he would be hanging up his boots on the ICC's post-match Facebook Live show.

Are England favourites to lift the World Cup?

Are England favourites to lift the World Cup?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

Since World Cup 2015, England have won 14 out of the 20 bilateral series they've contested.

India bags second gold at Archery World Cup

India bags second gold at Archery World Cup

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Recurve mixed team of Tarundeep Rai and Ridhi Phor came form behind to pip Great Britain in the shoot-off on Sunday

World Cup Blog: Beat Australia and World Cup is yours, Imran tells Pakistan

World Cup Blog: Beat Australia and World Cup is yours, Imran tells Pakistan

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

A selection of musings from around the cricket World Cup.

Hardik will be ready to bowl in T20 World Cup, says Rohit

Hardik will be ready to bowl in T20 World Cup, says Rohit

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

India vice-captain Rohit Sharma on Wednesday said that all-rounder Hardik Pandya is expected to be 'ready' to bowl when the team starts its T20 World Cup campaign against Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday.

Bangladesh tie gives India chance to fine-tune for semis

Bangladesh tie gives India chance to fine-tune for semis

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

India will have a final opportunity to iron out any flaws, especially when responding to pressure situations, when they take on Bangladesh in their concluding fixture ahead of Women's World Cup semi-finals, in Navi Mumbai, on Sunday.

Kedar Jadhav fit to travel with Team India for World Cup

Kedar Jadhav fit to travel with Team India for World Cup

Rediff.com18 May 2019

Team India physio Patrick Farhart submitted Jadhav's fitness report, which cleared him. The fitness test was conducted on Thursday in Mumbai.

Why is Qatar a controversial location for the FIFA World Cup?

Why is Qatar a controversial location for the FIFA World Cup?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

In 2015, FIFA recommended that Qatar host a shorter World Cup over the cooler months of November and December in a move that was sure to put soccer's world governing body on a collision course with the major European leagues.

World Cup: 'Australia's form is no fluke'

World Cup: 'Australia's form is no fluke'

Rediff.com28 May 2019

Australia concluded their World Cup preparation on an emphatic note

Rajput's fearless UAE plotting upset win over India

Rajput's fearless UAE plotting upset win over India

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Despite "nervousness" creeping into the camp, Rajput is assured that his side will be ready, but it will come down to the manner in which they execute their game.

Captain Mithali wants young players to enjoy World Cup time

Captain Mithali wants young players to enjoy World Cup time

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

India's captain Mithali Raj says youngsters like Shafali Verma and Richa Ghosh have shown that they have the ability to compete at the highest level and the last few series have helped the team figure out its composition ahead of women's ODI World Cup next month.

How Vijay Shankar is preparing for the World Cup

How Vijay Shankar is preparing for the World Cup

Rediff.com18 May 2019

Shankar believes how he prepares will be the key factor going into the tournament.

Twenty20 World Cup schedule

Twenty20 World Cup schedule

Rediff.com7 Jul 2007

India are grouped with arch-foes Pakistan and minnows Scotland in Group D.

Archery World Cup: Deepika Kumari bags silver

Archery World Cup: Deepika Kumari bags silver

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Deepika Kumari bagged her fourth silver medal in five years at the 'Archery World Cup Final' after going down to Korea's Choi Misun in Mexico City.