News for 'World XI'

Rohit reveals! India could field 3 spinners in World Cup opener vs Australia

Rohit reveals! India could field 3 spinners in World Cup opener vs Australia

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

Rohit dropped hints that all three could feature in the playing XI at Chepauk

Will ICC chairman Manohar visit Pakistan?

Will ICC chairman Manohar visit Pakistan?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2017

The tentative Pakistan visit of ICC chairman Shashank Manohar in August-September appears to be in a limbo due to the political instability in the country.

Boland picked in Aus Playing XI for WTC final

Boland picked in Aus Playing XI for WTC final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Boland experienced English conditions on a tour with an Indigenous team of cricketers in 2018 and Cummins said he was convinced the 34-year-old would not need to overhaul his bowling approach to succeed.

Superstars XI football match deferred

Superstars XI football match deferred

Rediff.com15 Jan 2012

Kolkata's dream date with Pele and other former World Cup stars on January 23 was put off because of 'unavoidable circumstances', the organisers said on Sunday.

PLA Unrest: Why Xi Is Worried

PLA Unrest: Why Xi Is Worried

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

Protests at this time when efforts are underway to strengthen the PLA and keep morale high would be worrying for the military leadership, observes Jayadeva Ranade, the retired senior RA&W officer and distinguished China expert.

'Always Treat China With Caution'

'Always Treat China With Caution'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Given China's past behaviour and their territorial claims, should we be sceptical regarding China's willingness to adhere to these agreements fully? The answer is yes.' 'As Ronald Reagan famously said in the context of the SALT talks, 'Trust, but verify!' India should also do the same.' 'This has already begun with foot patrolling, drones, satellite imagery and so on. India's military deployment did mirror China's and will continue to do so in the future.'

Our army can defeat 'all invading enemies': Xi

Our army can defeat 'all invading enemies': Xi

Rediff.com30 Jul 2017

He praised the PLA's combat readiness.

Will India Bring In Kuldeep Against Pakistan?

Will India Bring In Kuldeep Against Pakistan?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Who do you think should be part of the Indian team for the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan?

Xi Jinping writes to Modi, offers help to fight COVID-19

Xi Jinping writes to Modi, offers help to fight COVID-19

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

"I am very concerned about the recent situation of COVID-19 pandemic in India. On behalf of the Chinese Government and people, as well as in my own name, I would like to express sincere sympathies to the Indian Government and people," according to the message from President Xi to Prime Minister Modi.

No Place For Kohli In This 2024 Side!

No Place For Kohli In This 2024 Side!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

No Shubhman Gill or Hardik Pandya either in Sanjay Manjrekar's T20 World Cup team.

Gifts, beach stroll: Day 2 of Modi-Xi summit

Gifts, beach stroll: Day 2 of Modi-Xi summit

Rediff.com12 Oct 2019

On Day 2 of the summit, Modi and Xi held a fresh round of one-on-one discussion at the Taj Fisherman's Cove Hotel.

India Should Be Battle Ready With China

India Should Be Battle Ready With China

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

'With continued focus on votes, upcoming by-polls and purchasing politicians, the political hierarchy has little time for national defence.' 'They would do well to heed a veteran scholar, who says, "There will be war with China in the next few years. The next full scale war will have the involvement of Pakistan and terror elements, insurgents and intelligence assets operating inside India",' warns Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

New Zealand wary of threat posed by Afghan bowlers

New Zealand wary of threat posed by Afghan bowlers

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Afghanistan boast of an arsenal of high-class spinners including skipper Rashid Khan and Mujeeb ur Rahman and Noor Ahmad.

Why 'daring' Pant is must for T20 World Cup...

Why 'daring' Pant is must for T20 World Cup...

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

For his sheer 'dare and courage", Rishabh Pant should be a part of India's playing XI during the T20 World Cup, feels former Australian wicketkeeping great Adam Gilchrist.

Xi orders to expedite work on rail line near Arunachal border

Xi orders to expedite work on rail line near Arunachal border

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

The Sichuan-Tibet Railway will be the second railway line into Tibet after the Qinghai-Tibet Railway project. It will go through the southeast of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, one of the world's most geologically active areas, according to the Chinese official media.

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Trump will absolutely back New Delhi on its position that Pakistan must do more to crack down on terrorists that threaten India.'

ICC forces PCB to rename teams for exhibition matches

ICC forces PCB to rename teams for exhibition matches

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

The two exhibition Twenty20 matches between a World XI and Pakistan Stars XI ran into trouble after the International Cricket Council objected to the visiting team's name, forcing the organisers to rename the side.

5 Strikers Who Stunned The World

5 Strikers Who Stunned The World

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Five strikers who surprised us in World Cup 2022.

Turbulent times ahead for Xi Jinping

Turbulent times ahead for Xi Jinping

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

'Does it mean that we are witnessing the end of an era?' 'Probably not, but the post-Trump trade war has certainly brought a lot of instability in China,' notes Claude Arpi.

Kashmir not raised or discussed at Modi-Xi summit: FS

Kashmir not raised or discussed at Modi-Xi summit: FS

Rediff.com12 Oct 2019

India said a new mechanism will be set up for issues relating to trade and investment.

Will Modi-Xi meeting resolve Sikkim standoff?

Will Modi-Xi meeting resolve Sikkim standoff?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

'The impasse on the India-China border in the Sikkim sector persists, but the Hamburg meeting between the two leaders will certainly have its salutary effects on the relationship between the two countries,' says China scholar Rup Narayan Das.

History and Mystery in Egypt

History and Mystery in Egypt

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Time travel in the land of the pharaohs.

Can New Zealand break India's dominance?

Can New Zealand break India's dominance?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Tom Latham's first challenge as captain will be the three Tests in Bengaluru, Pune, and Mumbai over the next three weeks, followed by hosting England for three matches at home.

T20 World Cup: Injured Karthik doubtful against Bangladesh

T20 World Cup: Injured Karthik doubtful against Bangladesh

Rediff.com30 Oct 2022

Dinesh Karthik suffered a back injury during the side's T20 World Cup match against South Africa in Perth on Sunday

At Davos, China's Xi warns against trade wars

At Davos, China's Xi warns against trade wars

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Globalisation is a "double-edged" sword" but cannot be blamed for the world's problems, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday while pushing for greater role for emerging economies in governance of global institutions.

Kings XI Punjab have task cut out against KKR

Kings XI Punjab have task cut out against KKR

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

KKR are gradually emerging as a strong contender for a third IPL title

Dravid says India rebuilding for 2024 T20 World Cup

Dravid says India rebuilding for 2024 T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

Head coach Rahul Dravid has called for patience as the Indian team goes through a rebuilding phase for the next cycle of the T20 World Cup.

Xi's 'strong' obsession reason for China's behaviour: Experts

Xi's 'strong' obsession reason for China's behaviour: Experts

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Experts said the tensions have added to a sense of apprehension in the United States, Europe and parts of Asia that China will engage in more aggressive behaviour in pursuit of its territorial interests, which in turn has raised the possibility of a serious and coordinated pushback by leading global players.

Kings XI have charted a 3-year plan under Kumble: Wadia

Kings XI have charted a 3-year plan under Kumble: Wadia

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Frequently changing captains and coaches has hurt Kings XI Punjab in the past and that is why the franchise has decided to work on a three-year plan under Anil Kumble and K L Rahul to take the side forward, co-owner Ness Wadia said.

Mr Xi, what have you gained in Ladakh?

Mr Xi, what have you gained in Ladakh?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

'Why did your generals try to grab a few square kilometres of Indian territory in Ladakh?' 'And what happened to the hard work that you and Prime Minister Modi put into the Wuhan and Mamallapuram meets?' Claude Arpi writes a letter to Xi Jinping, China's self-styled supreme leader, who turns 68 today, June 15.

Celebrating 50 years of the first Cricket World Cup!

Celebrating 50 years of the first Cricket World Cup!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

The Women's World Cup that was staged in England from June 20, 1973, was the first-ever World Cup to staged in cricket.

Xi's Nepal visit did not have anti-India tone

Xi's Nepal visit did not have anti-India tone

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

'The deepening of China-Nepal relations need not cause heartburn in India,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

What it takes to make Aussie World T20 XI...

What it takes to make Aussie World T20 XI...

Rediff.com14 Mar 2016

Josh Hazlewood hat-trick may not be enough to make WT20 XI.

Did India gain anything from Modi-Xi meeting?

Did India gain anything from Modi-Xi meeting?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

All the three issues raised by China at the Modi-Xi meeting are either intractable or peripheral to the bilateral relations and suggest conventional methods to placate the other side without yielding much, says Srikanth Kondapalli.

Pak must stop terror for peace talks: Modi tells Xi

Pak must stop terror for peace talks: Modi tells Xi

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

Prime Minister Modi told President Xi that he has made efforts to improve ties with Islamabad but these efforts have been "derailed".

Pant or Samson? Who will keep wickets in Sri Lanka T20 series?

Pant or Samson? Who will keep wickets in Sri Lanka T20 series?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

In terms of sheer numbers there is not much to choose between the two wicketkeepers.

China thanks Modi for letter to XI on coronavirus assistance

China thanks Modi for letter to XI on coronavirus assistance

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

'India's acts of goodwill fully demonstrate its friendship with China'

Xi may not be all powerful

Xi may not be all powerful

Rediff.com26 Oct 2017

'He still has to deal with party norms and traditions and has been careful to follow the order of seniority,' points out Claude Arpi.

'China Went Wrong In Its Calculations!'

'China Went Wrong In Its Calculations!'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

'China did not expect India to show such strategic resolve in defending its territorial integrity.'

Entry of India, Pak to bolster SCO's strength: Xi

Entry of India, Pak to bolster SCO's strength: Xi

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

He said countries should work for promoting open and inclusive cooperation for win-win outcomes.