News for 'World Test Championship'

Cummins 'proud' to join 300 club, but wants plenty more

Cummins 'proud' to join 300 club, but wants plenty more

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Pat Cummins is the eighth Australian to join the 300 club, no mean feat for any bowler but particularly one who he had to wait more than five years for his second Test appearance after a spate of injuries.

'Focus on...': Bumrah's message to Team India

'Focus on...': Bumrah's message to Team India

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Bumrah who would lead his side in the first Test, said that Team India are banking on self-belief and they are having the conversation in the team.

'It is always a tough challenge in Bangladesh'

'It is always a tough challenge in Bangladesh'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

But with the Kiwis set to play a total of 14 Tests during the current cycle, Mitchell knows his side have plenty of work ahead before they think about a potential place in the World Test Championship final at Lord's in the middle of 2025.

'Hazlewood prioritising IPL raised eyebrows'

'Hazlewood prioritising IPL raised eyebrows'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Taking aim at senior players like Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, captain Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, among others, he said that if their aim was to prolong their send-offs till after the Ashes, it was a wrong mindset.

Pakistan make history, sweep South Africa at home!

Pakistan make history, sweep South Africa at home!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Pakistan completed a clean sweep of their One-day International series in South Africa with victory by 36 runs in the third and final clash at The Wanderers on Sunday.

'Virat brings theatre to the game'

'Virat brings theatre to the game'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Although he termed it as Indian team's internal matter, Cummins was a touch surprised with Rohit Sharma's decision to drop himself from the playing eleven on account of poor form.

Bumrah nominated for ICC Player of the Month award

Bumrah nominated for ICC Player of the Month award

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah has been nominated for the ICC men's Player of the Month award for December 2024 after his standout performance against Australia.

Who did Travis Head cradle his bat for?

Who did Travis Head cradle his bat for?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Travis Head's blistering century powered Australia's innings on Day 2 of the second Test against India

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The iconic Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi will be "dismantled" to create a Sports City that will cater to all major disciplines and include lodging facility for athletes.

Shami Eyes Return During England Series

Shami Eyes Return During England Series

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

'There is slight stiffness in my ankle, but that's fine.'

BCCI hampering SA cricketers' WTC final prep: Report

BCCI hampering SA cricketers' WTC final prep: Report

Rediff.com15 May 2025

CSA's director Enoch Nkwe changed his stance, saying higher-level talks were happening between CSA, the BCCI, and IPL franchises, suggesting CSA had little choice in the matter.

From Ventilator To Podium: An Inspiring Comeback Tale!

From Ventilator To Podium: An Inspiring Comeback Tale!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Bhagyashree Jadhav: From Life on a Ventilator to Chasing Gold on Home Soil

Where In The World Is Rohit Sharma?

Where In The World Is Rohit Sharma?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Rohit Sharma has taken a break after the World Test Championship final and hectic IPL 2023.

Smith, Starc eye milestones during BGT

Smith, Starc eye milestones during BGT

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Smith needs just 315 runs to become the fourth Australian batter after Ricky Ponting (13378), Allan Border (11174), and Steve Waugh (10927) to reach the landmark of 10,000 Test runs.

New Coach, New Tactics Fuel Satwik-Chirag's Revival

New Coach, New Tactics Fuel Satwik-Chirag's Revival

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'In the last couple of tournaments, we've served a lot better than in the past year. The game is too fast to rely on one style. You need multiple ways to score points, and that's what we are trying to develop.'

The technical tweak behind Iyer's recent run glut

The technical tweak behind Iyer's recent run glut

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

"Shreyas Iyer is now absolute certainty in white-ball format": Ravi Shastri hails Indian cricketer's batting technique

Odisha train victims remembered ahead of WTC Final

Odisha train victims remembered ahead of WTC Final

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

To express solidarity with those affected, Team India will wear black armbands, the BCCI said in a statement.

Bavuma eyes glory as SA gear up for WTC Final

Bavuma eyes glory as SA gear up for WTC Final

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Temba Bavuma-led South Africa on Monday clinched a massive 10-wicket victory over Pakistan

Proud of You, Dadda: Angad Bumrah

Proud of You, Dadda: Angad Bumrah

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Jasprit Bumrah now holds an exceptional record of 203 Test wickets at an average of 19.42 -- the first bowler ever to achieve 200 wickets at an average under 20 in the longest format.

'Kohli-Rohit absence will be a massive boost for England'

'Kohli-Rohit absence will be a massive boost for England'

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Moeen called Kohli a "pioneer" in Test cricket, adding that his crowd-pulling ability was only second to Sachin Tendulkar.

Should Rahane, Pujara Be Recalled For England?

Should Rahane, Pujara Be Recalled For England?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

In India's previpus tours of England, Rahane and Pujara have amassed 864 and 870 runs in 16 Test matches, respectively.

Not Kohli, not Rohit. Aus to target these Indian batters

Not Kohli, not Rohit. Aus to target these Indian batters

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Hazlewood said Australia rarely falters when it comes to doing the basics right.

Head continues to torment India

Head continues to torment India

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Travis Head has been a thorn in India's side, hitting three centuries and two fifties in his last seven innings against them.

India consolidate top spot in WTC table after decimating England

India consolidate top spot in WTC table after decimating England

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian team consolidated its top position in the World Test Championship rankings following its 4-1 series win over England.

Yashasvi Jaiswal breaks silence after BGT defeat

Yashasvi Jaiswal breaks silence after BGT defeat

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal on Monday termed his maiden tour of Australia a learning experience and vowed to come back stronger

WTC 2025 Final: India Needs Pakistan's Help

WTC 2025 Final: India Needs Pakistan's Help

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

If Pakistan can either draw or win both Tests in South Africa, it will significantly boost India's chances, even if they manage a 2-2 draw in their current Test series against Australia.

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Can India Repeat 2021 Magic At Oval?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Despite the ups and downs, The Oval remains a ground of rich memories and monumental moments for Indian cricket.

India lose top spot in WTC table after Kiwi whitewash

India lose top spot in WTC table after Kiwi whitewash

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

India stumbled to second place in the ICC World Test Championship 2025 table after suffering a 0-3 series whitewash against New Zealand.

India's No. 3 Crisis: Karun Or Sudharsan?

India's No. 3 Crisis: Karun Or Sudharsan?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Karun Nair's struggles at the crucial No. 3 position is a big headache for Team India.

Pakistan searching for winning formula in home conditions

Pakistan searching for winning formula in home conditions

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The Test side has failed to make an impact at home after international cricket returned to the country in 2019

World Test C'Ship: India gear up for red ball challenge on tricky track

World Test C'Ship: India gear up for red ball challenge on tricky track

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Kohli will be wary of the challenge that can be posed by the new ball pair of Kemar Roach and Shannon Gabriel

Big names to be rested for Bangladesh T20Is

Big names to be rested for Bangladesh T20Is

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

In the current season, T20Is are least priority for the Indian team with the World Test Championship points with the five-match series against Australia being topmost on the agenda.

'Stripping Powell of captaincy one of worst decisions'

'Stripping Powell of captaincy one of worst decisions'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Former West Indies all-rounder and two-time T20 World Cup winner Dwayne Bravo lashed out at Cricket West Indies (CWI) for replacing Rovman Powell with Shai Hope as the T20I captain of the side.

IPL to resume on May 17 with RCB vs KKR clash

IPL to resume on May 17 with RCB vs KKR clash

Rediff.com12 May 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will resume on May 17 with a match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders in Bengaluru, the BCCI announced on Monday.

Ashwin replaces Bumrah as World No 1 Test bowler!

Ashwin replaces Bumrah as World No 1 Test bowler!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

This is Ravichandran Ashwin's sixth stint at the top of the rankings. He first became number one in December 2015.

Need of the hour for Rahul -- arrest inconsistencies

Need of the hour for Rahul -- arrest inconsistencies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

It is now-or-never for the now senior-most superstar batter to produce an all-timer series that justifies his talent.

Starc and Healy: World Cup Winners, Both

Starc and Healy: World Cup Winners, Both

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

After Australia thrashed India by 209 runs to win the World Test Championship final at The Oval in London on Sunday, June 11, 2023, the Aussies celebrated with their families.

Smith to lead Aussies; Maxwell out, McSweeney recalled

Smith to lead Aussies; Maxwell out, McSweeney recalled

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Glenn Maxwell's hopes of reviving his Test career may be over after the all-rounder missed out on selection in Australia's much-changed squad for the Sri Lanka tour.

Australia run-machine Labuschagne is World No 1 Test batter

Australia run-machine Labuschagne is World No 1 Test batter

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

Australia's run-machine Marnus Labuschagne has displaced England captain Joe Root to claim the world's number one Test batter spot following a run of big scores in the ongoing Ashes series.

Sanath Jayasuriya appointed Sri Lanka head coach till 2026

Sanath Jayasuriya appointed Sri Lanka head coach till 2026

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Sanath Jayasuriya has been appointed on a two-year contract till March 31, 2026.