News for 'cricket contracts'

Mayank Yadav's IPL career on hold after injury scare!

Mayank Yadav's IPL career on hold after injury scare!

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Mayank Yadav doubtful for remainder of IPL; all set to get BCCI pace bowling contract

Khawaja, Shaun Marsh miss out on Australia contracts

Khawaja, Shaun Marsh miss out on Australia contracts

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Top order batsman Usman Khawaja has been omitted from Australia's annual list of 20 elite, contracted players in 2020 after falling out of favour with selectors midway through last year's Ashes. The 33-year-old lefthander has not played for the Test side since being dropped after the third match against England in Leeds last August.

Cricket: Warner motivated to win series in India

Cricket: Warner motivated to win series in India

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Nepal court releases rape accused cricketer Lamichhane on bail

USA's MLC to create seismic shifts in world cricket

USA's MLC to create seismic shifts in world cricket

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

The IPL franchises are now expanding their bouquet of teams across leagues in the West Indies, UAE, South Africa and now the US is another untapped market that wasn't explored despite the Asian diaspora craving for some cricket.

Blind cricket in India needs a look

Blind cricket in India needs a look

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

"The (BCCI) recognition has happened but there is no roadmap for our sport, no one knows what's happening. We have also brought glory to the country on the cricket field and deserve to get (BCCI's) central contract," added Reddy.

Viv Richards to mentor Pakistan at T20 WC?

Viv Richards to mentor Pakistan at T20 WC?

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Richards could mentor the team in the World Cup a role fulfilled by former Australian opener, Matthew Hayden in the last two T20 World Cups in 2021 and 2022 where Pakistan reached the semi-final and final.

I was not well so took a break but no one understood me: Kishan

I was not well so took a break but no one understood me: Kishan

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

Ishan Kishan said he took a break from cricket during the tour of South Africa in December as he was not feeling well but claims that 'no one understood that'.

'I congratulate the BCCI for taking this much needed step'

'I congratulate the BCCI for taking this much needed step'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

"It was high time the message was given and this strong step by the BCCI will go a long way in restoring the prestige of domestic cricket," he added.

India's Test Players Set For Pay Rise!

India's Test Players Set For Pay Rise!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

The BCCI is working towards redrafting the salary structure of the Test players in such a way that they get an additional reward apart from the annual retainer contract if they feature in all Test series in the year.

Will Australia stick with Smith as opener in India Tests?

Will Australia stick with Smith as opener in India Tests?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Following David Warner's retirement from Tests, Steve Smith opened the batting for Australia in series against West Indies and New Zealand.

Guess who's going to The Hundred? Smriti and Richa!

Guess who's going to The Hundred? Smriti and Richa!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Mandhana joined the Southern Brave, meanwhile, the Birmingham Phoenix roped in Richa for the forthcoming Women's Hundred 2024.

PCB unhappy with Babar, Shaheen; to revisit players' social media policy

PCB unhappy with Babar, Shaheen; to revisit players' social media policy

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board is not happy with former skipper Babar Azam and the current national T20 skipper Shaheen Shah Afridi participating on a space with fans conducted on social media platform 'X'.

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

India to play two-day day-night tour match in Australia

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Johnson sidelined for Aus tour of UK

Can Ishan, Iyer Get Back Into The Team?

Can Ishan, Iyer Get Back Into The Team?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

They can make a comeback to the Indian team for the T20 World Cup in June if they fare well in IPL 2024.

Arthur, Bradburn and Puttick resign from PCB

Arthur, Bradburn and Puttick resign from PCB

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Meanwhile, the sports ministry has asked the PCB not to offer a long-term contract to its incumbent director of cricket Mohammad Hafeez yet, who came into the role after the 50-overs World Cup last year.

Can Kirsten turn around Pakistan's fortunes?

Can Kirsten turn around Pakistan's fortunes?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Kirsten had warned senior pros in the side following the team's loss to the USA and India to adapt to new skill-sets and improve their game awareness, or get left behind.

Cricket Buzz: Australia hand coach Lehmann contract extension

Cricket Buzz: Australia hand coach Lehmann contract extension

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

Australia coach Darren Lehmann has been rewarded for his integral role in turning around the fortunes of the team with a one-year contract extension until June, 2017, Cricket Australia said on Friday.

Is this India's year to finally win T20 Women's World Cup?

Is this India's year to finally win T20 Women's World Cup?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Delving further deep into the chances of the Harmanpreer Kaur-led side, Sthalekar said India have the wherewithal to beat Australia, their nemesis in global events over the years

Inzamam questions PCB over Hafeez sacking

Inzamam questions PCB over Hafeez sacking

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Rauf's central contract may be 'restored'

Why Not Dhoni As India Coach?

Why Not Dhoni As India Coach?

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'If Mahendra Singh Dhoni announces retirement, he can prove to be a good option. He has played a lot of cricket and has won big tournaments.'

Why Watson turned down Pakistan head coach job!

Why Watson turned down Pakistan head coach job!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Shane Watson turned down after the Pakistan head coach job after details of the contract were leaked to the media.

Test cricket won't die in my lifetime but who'll be playing it?: Ian Chappell

Test cricket won't die in my lifetime but who'll be playing it?: Ian Chappell

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Chappell believed that international cricket faces a real challenge of retaining players in the face of rapid expansion of T20 leagues around the world.

NCA not open to all! BCCI rubbishes fake news

NCA not open to all! BCCI rubbishes fake news

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The BCCI on Friday rubbished "fraudulent advertisements", promising admission into its National Cricket Academy in lieu of money and clarified that the entry into the elite facility in Bengaluru is a "merit-based process".

'Pakistan stars prioritise T20 leagues over country'

'Pakistan stars prioritise T20 leagues over country'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Pakistan's on-field performances not affected by frequent changes in PCB, says acting chairman

'South African cricket will welcome Dhoni with open arms'

'South African cricket will welcome Dhoni with open arms'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Contracted and domestic Indian players are not allowed to participate in any other T20 leagues except the IPL, and it remains a contentious issue.

Staff first, money later for new India coach Gambhir

Staff first, money later for new India coach Gambhir

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

The financial nitty-gritties of Gautam Gambhir's appointment as India's head coach are yet to be worked out but that's the "last of his concerns" right now

'Test and T20 cricket can sit together'

'Test and T20 cricket can sit together'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

Test cricket and T20 can comfortably co-exist despite the mushrooming of franchise-based leagues, said former England captain Andrew Strauss.

Dravid will have to reapply for Head Coach's job: Jay Shah

Dravid will have to reapply for Head Coach's job: Jay Shah

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Shah said even a foreign coach can be considered depending on the CAC's recommendations.

PCB's search continues; Langer, Kirsten in Pakistan's radar

PCB's search continues; Langer, Kirsten in Pakistan's radar

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

After Shane Watson turned down the offer, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is in contact with several foreign coaches, including Justin Langer and Gary Kirsten, to work with the national team as head coach on a long-term contract.

'Trapped workers played cricket'

'Trapped workers played cricket'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

'I decided to send a bat and a ball which was smaller in size so that it shouldn't get stuck in the pipe. And with that, they had a little good time.'

Suyash Sharma: From Delhi's cricketing turmoil to IPL stardom

Suyash Sharma: From Delhi's cricketing turmoil to IPL stardom

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Suyash battles through Delhi cricket politics to shine in IPL

'Pant was playing single-handed shots and hitting sixes'

'Pant was playing single-handed shots and hitting sixes'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Delhi Capitals' teenaged wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Kushagra can't wait to play alongside the likes of Rishabh Pant.

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Naqvi previously mentioned that a "major surgery" was required in the team after Pakistan's defeat to India

Gujarat Titan's fate in IPL to decide when Kirsten begins Pakistan job

Gujarat Titan's fate in IPL to decide when Kirsten begins Pakistan job

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Gary Kirsten, Pakistan's new head coach in the white-ball formats, could join the national squad directly in Ireland if his IPL team Gujarat Titans does not qualify for the Play-offs stage of the popular T20 League.

Mithali Raj demoted to Grade B central contract

Mithali Raj demoted to Grade B central contract

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

The 37-year-old cricketer, who retired from T20s last September, remains India's ODI captain and plans to carry on till the 2021 World Cup.

SEE: Gambhir's heartfelt tribute to KKR fans

SEE: Gambhir's heartfelt tribute to KKR fans

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Gambhir, who recently stepped down as KKR's coach after leading them to their first title in a decade, posted an emotional farewell message.

Ashwin: Domestic cricket is where talent in India is found

Ashwin: Domestic cricket is where talent in India is found

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Ashwin went on to cite examples of other domestic stalwarts like Sarfaraz Khan, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shahbaz Nadeem and Abhimanyu Easwaran.

Will Warner skip West Indies T20Is for ILT20 glory?

Will Warner skip West Indies T20Is for ILT20 glory?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Bailey confirmed that Warner will be selected for the West Indies series and will be expected to participate.

The Virat Kohli moment that changed his career forever

The Virat Kohli moment that changed his career forever

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

Chaudhary has aspirations to solidify his presence in Australia, looking to extend his BBL career

Will Rishabh Pant make history at IPL Auction?

Will Rishabh Pant make history at IPL Auction?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The bids on Rishabh Pant could well soar like his audacious no-look six in the ongoing Perth Test, as he seems poised to become the highest paid player among the 577 who will go under the hammer at the two-day IPL mega auction, starting in Jeddah on Sunday.