News for 'World Cup Dream'

Cummins, Not Rohit, Will Lead My Team

Cummins, Not Rohit, Will Lead My Team

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

4 Aussies, 3 Indians, 1 Kiwi, 3 South Africans in Harish Kotian's World Cup 2023 Dream XI.

'There Was Fear While Running'

'There Was Fear While Running'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'When you are scoring runs and taking wickets, everyone is standing with you.' 'But the real test is to realise who is with you during your tough times.'

Afghanistan cricket reeling under sex apartheid

Afghanistan cricket reeling under sex apartheid

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

'We are committed to leveraging our influence constructively to support the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) in fostering cricket development and ensuring playing opportunities for both men and women in Afghanistan'.

Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player for 2024

Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player for 2024

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

In his first full MLS season after joining Miami in July 2023, Lionel Messi had 20 goals and 16 assists in 19 matches while his club set a league record with a 74-point campaign before a stunning first-round elimination from the play-offs.

'My Life Changed After The 5 Sixes'

'My Life Changed After The 5 Sixes'

Rediff.com21 May 2024

'I started getting ads. People started to recognise me. Now I cannot go out alone.' 'It feels good when hoardings of my name are there, when people scream my name.' 'I feel that I have done something in my life.'

'This Victory Is As Much Yours As It's Mine'

'This Victory Is As Much Yours As It's Mine'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

'None of this would remotely be possible without you my love. You keep me humble, grounded and you always say it how it is with absolute honesty.'

Babar says Pakistan will play easy, calm cricket against India

Babar says Pakistan will play easy, calm cricket against India

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Pakistan and India have faced each other seven times at the T20 World Cup, with Pakistan winning just once.

Goodbye Luka

Goodbye Luka

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Croatia's defeat meant this could be the end of the road for Luka Modric as far as his international career is concerned.

Why coach, new skipper should handle Bumrah with care

Why coach, new skipper should handle Bumrah with care

Rediff.com15 May 2025

It will require a lot of man management from young skipper Shubman Gill and the seasoned dressing room figurehead Gautam Gambhir to ensure that Jasprit Bumrah is accorded the respect and space he deserves.

'We want to create new memories for our fans'

'We want to create new memories for our fans'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

India will open their World Cup campaign against Australia in Chennai on October 8.

Pooja Jatyan's Paralympic dream shattered

Pooja Jatyan's Paralympic dream shattered

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

From 4-0 up to heartbreak: Indian archer Pooja Jatyan misses Paralympics semis berth, losing to Wu Chunyan of China

Asia Cup: Pakistan to take on Nepal in sweltering Multan

Asia Cup: Pakistan to take on Nepal in sweltering Multan

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Pakistan will begin their campaign in the Asia Cup on Wednesday taking on Nepal

Messi, Ronaldo fans rely on black market to fulfill WC dreams

Messi, Ronaldo fans rely on black market to fulfill WC dreams

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

The man, who declined to be named, said he charges "the most dedicated supporters" a 1,000% markup for tickets to sought-after matches featuring stars like Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

T20 WC: 'This is the most prepared or experienced Sanju Samson has come'

T20 WC: 'This is the most prepared or experienced Sanju Samson has come'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Despite being focused on leading his team in the IPL, the thought of the impending World Cup selections was at the back of his mind and he has come "most prepared", said Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson.

India's Davis Cup captain claps back at critics

India's Davis Cup captain claps back at critics

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

India's non-playing Davis Cup captain Rohit Rajpal on Saturday clarified that his "shut-up" remark was meant for a few "agenda-driven" people consistently targeting him and was not directed at the country's tennis community as has been projected.

India Touches Down In God's Own Country

India Touches Down In God's Own Country

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

As the Men in Blue emerged from the airport terminal, a sea of passionate fans erupted into chants of 'India! India!'

Spaun wins rainy US Open with monster putt for first major title

Spaun wins rainy US Open with monster putt for first major title

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

J J Spaun drained an incredible 64-foot birdie putt that snaked across a sodden 18th green to win the US Open by two shots from Robert MacIntyre on Sunday.

You can't credit just one person for the win: Rinku

You can't credit just one person for the win: Rinku

Rediff.com27 May 2024

'You guys watch, I will be lifting the World Cup also.'

From Wankhede outsider to stand named after him...

From Wankhede outsider to stand named after him...

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

India captain Rohit Sharma has spoken about his journey from being a young player who would stand outside the Wankhede Stadium to catch a glimpse of Mumbai Ranji Trophy stars, to having a stand named after him at the iconic venue.

North America get taste of India-Pakistan rivalry!

North America get taste of India-Pakistan rivalry!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

A sold-out crowd descended on Eisenhower Park on Sunday for a clash of cricketing arch-rivals India and Pakistan.

Djokovic hits century, leads veterans into last 16

Djokovic hits century, leads veterans into last 16

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Seven-times champion Novak Djokovic scored his 100th match win at Wimbledon and led the march of the old guard into the last 16 on Saturday while an ailing Barbora Krejcikova's title defence ended in defeat and tears.

Pakistan must stay calm ahead of India T20 WC clash, says Babar

Pakistan must stay calm ahead of India T20 WC clash, says Babar

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

India have lost only once to Pakistan in the T20 World Cup in seven meetings, their only defeat coming in 2021 when the Virat Kohli-led side lost by 10 wickets at the Super 12 stage.

'West Indies aiming for final despite top-order woes'

'West Indies aiming for final despite top-order woes'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Rutherford played down that aforesaid brittleness through the West Indian top and middle-order, saying it's up to every player to stand up and deliver when it matters.

It was painful, didn't understand why people were criticising me: Rahul

It was painful, didn't understand why people were criticising me: Rahul

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has conceded that he found the continued criticism directed at him painful and puzzling especially when his performance was not that bad.

Afghan women aim for cricket comeback as refugees

Afghan women aim for cricket comeback as refugees

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

In a letter written to the global governing body, the women cricketers praised the splendid performance of the men's team in the T20 World Cup but rued that they were not getting opportunities to flourish.

My IPL 2024 Dream Team

My IPL 2024 Dream Team

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Forget team colours! Let's build the ultimate dream team, a team that would dominate any opponent...

Asia Cup: Will Kohli, Rohit Shine Or Disappoint?

Asia Cup: Will Kohli, Rohit Shine Or Disappoint?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Senior pros Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli haven't played too many ODIs in the last couple of years, while young Shubman Gill is still finding his feet at the top level.

Rohit's heartwarming tribute to 'work wife' Dravid

Rohit's heartwarming tribute to 'work wife' Dravid

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Take a look at Rohit's heartfelt social media post which served as a touching tribute to Dravid's impact on the team.

'June 25, 1983 inspired us to dream BIG'

'June 25, 1983 inspired us to dream BIG'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

'Today 37 years ago changed the cricketing landscape in India.' 'Thank you @therealkapildev and team for making the game a career for many of us today. Deeply indebted.'

Kohli's U-19 team-mate Kaul announces retirement from Indian cricket

Kohli's U-19 team-mate Kaul announces retirement from Indian cricket

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

Pacer Siddharth Kaul on Thursday announced his retirement from Indian cricket, saying he is open to playing in county cricket or in overseas leagues.

Historic! South Africa finally banish semi-final jinx!

Historic! South Africa finally banish semi-final jinx!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

A clinical South Africa skittled Afghanistan for 56 on their way to a comprehensive nine-wicket victory in the first Twenty20 World Cup semi-final.

Asia Cup final: A day of records for Miyaan Siraj!

Asia Cup final: A day of records for Miyaan Siraj!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

The Indian swing master broke a few records en route this dream performance in a title-winning effort.

Chakravarthy's new mystery ball set to dominate IPL 2025

Chakravarthy's new mystery ball set to dominate IPL 2025

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Varun Chakravarthy, a key player for both the Indian team and the Kolkata Knight Riders, emphasizes the importance of consistency and reveals he is working on new variations to his spin bowling.

'Blessed that I get to do what I love the most'

'Blessed that I get to do what I love the most'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'It was about being clear with our plans and executing our processes rather than thinking about who we are facing and what the result would be. I'm glad that first spell worked for me," he added about his effort last night.'

Rashid 'proud' to prove Lara right with semis berth

Rashid 'proud' to prove Lara right with semis berth

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

'We have done that at U-19 level but at this World Cup, I don't have any words to describe the feeling back home.'

French Open PIX: Gauff, Sabalenka To Face Off In Final

French Open PIX: Gauff, Sabalenka To Face Off In Final

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Coco Gauff ended local heroine Lois Boisson's dream run at the French Open with a ruthless 6-1, 6-2 victory on Thursday to set up a final clash with top seed Aryna Sabalenka.

Did We See Another Sachin In The Making?

Did We See Another Sachin In The Making?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

More than the numbers, it was the swagger. The intent. The ease with which he handled the pressure. Vaibhav didn't look like a passenger in the IPL -- he looked like he belonged.

Kane Williamson has no plans to quit any format

Kane Williamson has no plans to quit any format

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Kane Williamson wants to continue in all formats despite yet another World Cup debacle

'I Used To Be Paid Rs 5 Or 10 To Play For Different Buildings'

'I Used To Be Paid Rs 5 Or 10 To Play For Different Buildings'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

He would often cross the railway tracks next to the Wankhede stadium just to catch a glimpse of the top Mumbai players. Today, a stand at that very stadium bears his name.

Brook wins top prize at Cricket Writers' Club Awards

Brook wins top prize at Cricket Writers' Club Awards

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Somerset wicket-keeper James Rew, 19, won the Young Cricketer of the Year having scored more than 1,000 runs in Division One of the County Championship.