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Ranatunga rips into ICC, ACC for bias towards India

Ranatunga rips into ICC, ACC for bias towards India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

'I won't be surprised if they change the rule before the India-Pakistan game (in World Cup). ICC will keep their mouth shut and say 'OK, do it'. ICC just talks rubbish, nothing happens.'

Axar's Asia Cup exit fuels World Cup concerns

Axar's Asia Cup exit fuels World Cup concerns

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Axar Patel out of Asia Cup final due to hamstring injury, likely to miss Australia series, doubtful starter for World Cup too

'Afghanistan were simply brilliant'

'Afghanistan were simply brilliant'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'It was a wonderful all-round effort by Afghanistan'

Asia Cup: Rain pushes Ind vs Pak match to reserve day

Asia Cup: Rain pushes Ind vs Pak match to reserve day

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Before the two spells of rain interrupted play, Virat Kohli and K L Rahul were batting on 8 and 17 respectively after openers Rohit Sharma (56) and Shubman Gill (58) struck fine half-centuries.

Bumrah set to rock Ireland T20 series

Bumrah set to rock Ireland T20 series

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

The team is packed with India's Gen-Next IPL performers but stakeholders in Indian cricket will keenly observe Bumrah

PIX: Dube's fifty powers India to easy victory vs Afghanistan

PIX: Dube's fifty powers India to easy victory vs Afghanistan

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Shivam Dube smashed a quickfire half-century to power India to a thumping six-wicket victory against Afghanistan in the first T20 International.

Babar Azam opens up about Asia Cup hosting drama

Babar Azam opens up about Asia Cup hosting drama

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

PCB have hosting rights for the Asia Cup but the Asian Cricket Council headed by Jay Shah opted for the hybrid model where Sri Lanka became the co-hosts

'Chuni Goswami will forever remain golden boy of Indian football'

'Chuni Goswami will forever remain golden boy of Indian football'

Rediff.com1 May 2020

In a heart-warming tribute to his former teammate, Franco Fortunato recalls that "The team that won the Gold Medal in the 1962 Asian Games was a fantastic bunch. But Chuni was above all. He was a treat to watch. He was pure entertainment, a complete package. He was our captain, our darling".

Unadkat vs Shardul: Who will secure India's WC dream?

Unadkat vs Shardul: Who will secure India's WC dream?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

As per ICC rule, every team has to submit its initial squad of 15 by September 5 but the final submission can be done by September 27

What cricket's world body must do to make it global sport...

What cricket's world body must do to make it global sport...

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

Often criticised for not being able to make cricket a global sport, the ICC has pinned its hopes on South Asian migrants in Germany and USA to expand the game's footprint in the untapped markets of Europe and Americas.

Injured Hardik Pandya doubtful for IPL 2024

Injured Hardik Pandya doubtful for IPL 2024

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

Hardik Pandya is yet to recover from the ankle injury suffered during World Cup 2023.

Olympic champ Neeraj reckons he can do better

Olympic champ Neeraj reckons he can do better

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

'The gold medal (in Tokyo) has motivated me in life to do even better. Performing well and ending up on podium will be my target in the World Championship (in July)'.

Bizarre! Reserve day only for India vs Pakistan match

Bizarre! Reserve day only for India vs Pakistan match

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

In view of the prevailing weather conditions, the ACC decided to add an exclusive reserve day for the Super 4 match between India and Pakistan.

Legendary footballer Chuni Goswami no more

Legendary footballer Chuni Goswami no more

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Chuni Goswami was also battling underlying ailments, including sugar, and prostrate and nerve problems. The versatile sports veteran was 82 and breathed his last at a hospital in Kolkata

'Lack of Black players in county cricket not good enough'

'Lack of Black players in county cricket not good enough'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

Only three Black players have made their England debut since 2000 - the most recent being Jofra Archer who is in England's squad to face the West Indies this week in the first test.

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

When Kohli's India Conquered Australia

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

After several losses in the early years of the new century, a resurgent India notched up two consecutive series wins in Australia to become the Aussies' nemesis.

IOA chief PT Usha breaks silence on CEO controversy

IOA chief PT Usha breaks silence on CEO controversy

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

No question of going back on IOA CEO's appointment, says PT Usha

India target T20 series sweep; Kuldeep, Avesh may return

India target T20 series sweep; Kuldeep, Avesh may return

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

With the series already in the bag, India will be eager to perfect their freshly-baked T20 template as a team and hope that skipper Rohit Sharma's bat finally fires when they face Afghanistan in the third and last match of the rubber in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

Why are you saying this will be Kohli, Rohit's last, asks Muralitharan

Why are you saying this will be Kohli, Rohit's last, asks Muralitharan

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

The legendary Muttiah Muralitharan opened up on the Indian team ahead of this year's ODI World Cup.

Stokes' Masterstroke: How England's inexperienced spinners silenced doubters

Stokes' Masterstroke: How England's inexperienced spinners silenced doubters

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Spinners selected gives us best opportunity to beat India: Ben Stokes

Decision on Asia Cup hosts to be made on May 28: Jay Shah

Decision on Asia Cup hosts to be made on May 28: Jay Shah

Rediff.com25 May 2023

The window for the Asia Cup this year is between September 1-17.

India Vs Pakistan: What Happens Today?

India Vs Pakistan: What Happens Today?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

If the start of the match is delayed due to rain, the umpires might consider reducing the number of overs. A minimum of 20 overs in each innings is needed to decide the winners in an One-Day International.

Ashwin's new tactic could catch on

Ashwin's new tactic could catch on

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

'Ashwin himself was asking from the field as well, and we had discussed it just before that, as to what we would do.'

Rains vs Super 4: Who will win the battle in Colombo?

Rains vs Super 4: Who will win the battle in Colombo?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Dabrera said he has visited all the three venues personally to oversee the preparations.

PCB in deadlock with ACC on demanding additional compensation

PCB in deadlock with ACC on demanding additional compensation

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

PCB was caught in a deadlock with the ACC for demanding additional compensation on organising chartered flights between Pakistan and Sri Lanka during the Asia Cup.

Incoming PCB chief honours hybrid Asia Cup amid discontent

Incoming PCB chief honours hybrid Asia Cup amid discontent

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Zaka Ashraf said he "will not block" the decision taken by his predecessor Najam Sethi

'Corruption has damaged Pak cricket as much as Lahore attack'

'Corruption has damaged Pak cricket as much as Lahore attack'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Pakistan batting great Zaheer Abbas said a legislation to criminalise fixing should have been pushed by the board much earlier as it would have prevented recent cases of spot-fixing. Abbas said he would like to see the board bring all those players to book, who have been found guilty or had any involvement in corrupting the game.

Ashwin vs Washington: An unexpected World Cup trial

Ashwin vs Washington: An unexpected World Cup trial

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

A month and half back, Ravichandran Ashwin was eloquently explaining on his Tamil YouTube channel, why a talent like Tilak Varma should be seriously considered for the ODI World Cup.

Cricket is strangling other sports

Cricket is strangling other sports

Rediff.com2 Dec 2010

'Why this disproportionate support for cricketers, who make a thousand times what a track-and-field medallist makes?'

CWG: India hockey player Navjot tests positive; to return home

CWG: India hockey player Navjot tests positive; to return home

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

India midfielder Navjot Kaur's campaign at the 2022 Commonwealth Games came to an abrupt end as she is set to fly back home after testing positive for COVID-19.

How young Indian chess stars are carrying Anand's legacy

How young Indian chess stars are carrying Anand's legacy

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Humpy excited about young Indian chess brigade, says 'can be worthy successor to Anand'

No change in Asia Cup schedule; matches to stay in Colombo

No change in Asia Cup schedule; matches to stay in Colombo

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

The broadcaster too has explained the difficulties to relocate their equipment and staff to Hambantota, a deep Southern district, at such a short notice.

India In 2023: 'Looking Like A Wow'

India In 2023: 'Looking Like A Wow'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

'An important dimension that shone through was the enormous pride in India, a general belief that as Indians we are starting to count globally and we are at the forefront of the world.'

ODI World Cup: Ashwin, Prasad picks youngster as India's potential X-factor

ODI World Cup: Ashwin, Prasad picks youngster as India's potential X-factor

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

R Ashwin has urged selectors and team management to show faith in Tilak Varma and include the left-hander in the World Cup squad.

How India's tactical changes tamed Australia's batting might

How India's tactical changes tamed Australia's batting might

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

'We were up to the mark in three departments'

'White ball domination can't make you a Test batsman'

'White ball domination can't make you a Test batsman'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

'Cape Town once again showed cricketers with limited first class experience will always struggle against the red ball.'

Will Mukesh Ambani Pay 4 Billion For Liverpool?

Will Mukesh Ambani Pay 4 Billion For Liverpool?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

This is not the first time Reliance has eyed a stake in the club.

ODI World Cup: 'Pakistan have signed a participation agreement...'

ODI World Cup: 'Pakistan have signed a participation agreement...'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

ICC said that Pakistan had signed a participation agreement to compete in the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup this year in October-November.

England win their first game on Pakistan soil in 17 years

England win their first game on Pakistan soil in 17 years

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Chasing 159 for victory in Karachi, England reached their target with four balls to spare as Hales's 58 at the top of the order in his first appearance for the team since 2019 and Brooks' 25-ball knock at the end got them home.

'Being born into a sporting family legacy was a daunting realization'

'Being born into a sporting family legacy was a daunting realization'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Former doubles world No. 1 Leander Paes was recently elected to receive the Ultimate Honour in Tennis - induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame - as the Class of 2024.