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Gambhir opens up on altercation with Kohli during IPL 2023

Gambhir opens up on altercation with Kohli during IPL 2023

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

'As a mentor, no one can come and walk over my players. I have got a very different belief and I have lived with that belief and I will continue to live with that belief that I will never leave anyone alone.'

DD mops up Rs 100 cr on cricket

DD mops up Rs 100 cr on cricket

Rediff.com6 Oct 2004

Prasar Bharti has already swiped that amount as advertising revenue for 31 days' telecast of India's Test matches with Australia and South Africa and an ODI with Pakistan.

'No proposal from ACC to postpone Asia Cup'

'No proposal from ACC to postpone Asia Cup'

Rediff.com1 May 2023

Contradicting reports have emerged about the ACC suggesting postponing the Asia Cup with India unable to travel.

Playing in IPL helps in passing information: Rabada

Playing in IPL helps in passing information: Rabada

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

'With leagues like the IPL, we play a lot with these players and against them as well, so information can be easily passed around'

Why the English cricket board loves Kohli & Co

Why the English cricket board loves Kohli & Co

Rediff.com18 Sep 2018

The Indian team boosts ECB revenues. No wonder that the ECB wants India to come as often as possible and for full five-Test series, regardless of their poor showing, reports Ashis Ray.

IPL 2024: DC's Rishabh Pant declared match-ready; Shami sidelined

IPL 2024: DC's Rishabh Pant declared match-ready; Shami sidelined

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

With Pant back in action, the Delhi Capitals can anticipate a boost in their batting prowess

Conflict of interest complaint against Binny dismissed

Conflict of interest complaint against Binny dismissed

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

The BCCI's Ethics Officer Justice Vineet Saran has dismissed the Conflict of Interest case filed against Board president Roger Binny.

Adani, Goenka could lead the charge at IPL team bidding

Adani, Goenka could lead the charge at IPL team bidding

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

The BCCI will be expecting the two new IPL franchises to go for Rs 7000 crore to Rs 10,000 crore each at the bidding process which begins in Dubai on Monday.

Pietersen on how to save Test cricket

Pietersen on how to save Test cricket

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Pietersen backs for D/N format to save Test cricket

Massive talent pool poses headache for selectors: Laxman

Massive talent pool poses headache for selectors: Laxman

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

It will be difficult for the selectors to get the right team for the 2023 50-over World Cup. All the youngsters are doing well, they know that they will not get too many opportunities once the main players return, so this is a chance to perform well and keep themselves in the hunt

'BCCI must allow IPL teams to play exhibition games overseas'

'BCCI must allow IPL teams to play exhibition games overseas'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

It is time the BCCI allows IPL teams to play exhibition games overseas in the off-season as it will only strengthen what is already a strong product, said Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia.

How Root's heroic century rescued England on Day 1

How Root's heroic century rescued England on Day 1

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Root rescues England with controlled century in India

Cricket Buzz: Waugh steps down as Australia selector

Cricket Buzz: Waugh steps down as Australia selector

Rediff.com15 May 2018

Former test batsman Mark Waugh will step down as a national selector at the end of August, Cricket Australia said on Tuesday.

No stopping IPL as brand valuation rises to $5.3 billion

No stopping IPL as brand valuation rises to $5.3 billion

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

Buoyed by increased viewership and a relatively controversy-free tournament, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen a spike in its brand valuation to $5.3 billion after the 10th edition, according to global valuation and corporate finance advisor Duff & Phelps.

No stand-off with ICC, says BCCI secy Shirke

No stand-off with ICC, says BCCI secy Shirke

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

BCCI Secretary Ajay Shirke on Wednesday admitted that there was a "difference of opinion" with the International Cricket Council (ICC) but it did not amount to "stand-off" with the world body. "There is no stand-off with anybody; it is being created by you the media. Yes (all is well between BCCI and ICC). They are our parent body. We have differences, there is no stand-off. We had differences on the two-tier structure, it is settled, they withdrew it," said BCCI secretary Shirke.

Aus govt likely to green light India's tour Down Under

Aus govt likely to green light India's tour Down Under

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

Cricket Australia, who is undergoing financial due to global lockdown, received a boost with the government set to give the Indian team international travel exemptions.

Cricket in times of coronavirus: Lot at stake as IPL targets smooth start

Cricket in times of coronavirus: Lot at stake as IPL targets smooth start

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

None of the overseas recruits of eight IPL franchises have expressed any apprehensions about travelling to India. And there are multiple practical reasons why the T20 extravaganza will be held as per schedule.

Now, Rohit wants early start for ODI World Cup matches

Now, Rohit wants early start for ODI World Cup matches

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Rohit Sharma has backed Ravichandran Ashwin's idea of an early start in the ODI World Cup to negate the dew factor. India's captain does not want any team to gain undue advantage in a major event.

Pakistan as safe as anywhere in the world, says PCB CEO Wasim

Pakistan as safe as anywhere in the world, says PCB CEO Wasim

Rediff.com21 May 2020

The Pakistan Cricket Board is hoping for the best and preparing for the worst as it seeks to mitigate financial setbacks stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, its chief executive, Wasim Khan, said. On the face of it, the disruption caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak could not have come at a worse time, striking in mid-March when the Pakistan Super League (PSL), worth about $300 million to the governing body, was about to enter the knockout stage.

Find out IPL's most valuable franchise

Find out IPL's most valuable franchise

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

The broadcast made an estimated Rs20 billion in ad sales revenues from the IPL this year

BCCI now staring at losses of over Rs 2000 crore

BCCI now staring at losses of over Rs 2000 crore

Rediff.com4 May 2021

Add to it, associate sponsor companies like Unacademy, Dream11, CRed, Upstox, and Tata Motors, who pay in the range of Rs 120 crore each. Some subsidiary sponsors are also there.

Bangladesh hope batters come good against Afghanistan

Bangladesh hope batters come good against Afghanistan

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Bangladesh eye an improved performance from their batters in their 2nd group match against Afghanistan on Sunday in the Asia Cup 2023.

Women's World Cup make all the right noises

Women's World Cup make all the right noises

Rediff.com5 May 2017

The 2017 Women's World Cup will see a 10 times increase in prize money to $2 million with every ball of the tournament broadcast live, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has said.

India uncertainty unsettling advertisers, Star Sports tells ICC

India uncertainty unsettling advertisers, Star Sports tells ICC

Rediff.com4 May 2017

Star Sports have raised concerns with cricket's governing body that advertisers might steer clear of the ICC Champions Trophy if India opted against competing at the tournament in England.

If Ambani Buys Disney Star...

If Ambani Buys Disney Star...

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Assume Voot, JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar are merged into one entertainment app, and you have a streaming service with more than 233 million unique visitors. That is a reach just under half of India's largest streaming app: YouTube. 'This level of consolidation does not exist even in the US.'

How IPL became a billion dollar brand

How IPL became a billion dollar brand

Rediff.com22 Jul 2009

The football-style, franchise-based Indian Premier League (IPL) almost overnight became a multi-billion dollar brand.

Is PCB right in blaming India for $80 million loss?

Is PCB right in blaming India for $80 million loss?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

Blaming it on lack of bilateral series with India, the Pakistan Cricket Board claims to have lost approximately $80 million in its broadcasting deal with the Dubai-based Ten Sports that ended last month.

Game on: IPL team owners vs BCCI

Game on: IPL team owners vs BCCI

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

The eight team owners of the Indian Premier League (IPL) are all set to lock horns with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) by refusing to pay their next instalment of the franchisee fee which is due in January 2009.

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.

Afghan players pay tribute to earthquake victims with World Cup win

Afghan players pay tribute to earthquake victims with World Cup win

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Afghanistan on Sunday created one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history, shocking defending champions England in New Delhi.

Has Sanju Samson Booked His T20 WC Slot?

Has Sanju Samson Booked His T20 WC Slot?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Which batter stole the show in Lucknow? VOTE!

BCCI could rest all seniors for Afghanistan series

BCCI could rest all seniors for Afghanistan series

Rediff.com25 May 2023

BCCI might field a second string team for the proposed home series against Afghanistan.

ESPN-Star hopes to rake in $2.7 bn

ESPN-Star hopes to rake in $2.7 bn

Rediff.com11 Dec 2006

This means the channel could garner over $1.8-2.7 billion from cricket advertising alone in the next 8-9 years.

Cricket Buzz: Aus paceman Siddle retires from internationals

Cricket Buzz: Aus paceman Siddle retires from internationals

Rediff.com29 Dec 2019

Siddle broke the news to his team mates at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sunday after being released from the squad for the third and final Test against New Zealand in Sydney.

Advertising slowdown likely to weigh on IPL this year

Advertising slowdown likely to weigh on IPL this year

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

The 2023 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will see Disney-Star and Viacom18 competing to sell their ad space with an eye on the estimated Rs 4,000-crore advertising money.

'If Test cricket has to survive, it has to embrace change'

'If Test cricket has to survive, it has to embrace change'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

'T20 cricket is popular because everything is faster and people want things quicker.' 'Test cricket is going to battle, but I would like to think that it is going to be around and stay around because if you ask Virat Kohli what gives him ultimate pleasure, it would be playing Test cricket for India.'

'New FTP has given meaningful context to T20s'

'New FTP has given meaningful context to T20s'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

Johri presented a proposed FTP that has 81 international matches at home in the next five-year cycle, including 27 T20s.

Cricket Buzz: BCCI treasurer questions COA member Edulji

Cricket Buzz: BCCI treasurer questions COA member Edulji

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

The Board of Control for Cricket in India treasurer Aniruddh Chaudhry has questioned COA member Diana Edulji benefitting from a one-time ex-gratia payment given to women international cricketers, implying conflict of interest in the allocation.