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'Without diversity cricket is nothing': ICC stands against racism

'Without diversity cricket is nothing': ICC stands against racism

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

The International Cricket Council said "cricket is nothing without diversity" as racism remained a topic of global debate following the death of African-American George Floyd in Minneapolis. Floyd died last week gasping for breath as a white police officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee on the handcuffed man's neck, leading to violent protests across America.

WPL 2024 PIX: Richa heroics in vain as Delhi win cliff-hanger against RCB

WPL 2024 PIX: Richa heroics in vain as Delhi win cliff-hanger against RCB

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Images from the WPL 2024 match between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bangalore on Sunday.

England cricketers to return to individual training next week

England cricketers to return to individual training next week

Rediff.com15 May 2020

Players will undergo temperature checks and observe social distancing guidelines as laid out by the government. With dressing rooms, players and support staff will need to arrive in full kit for training.

Pathirana is no Malinga copycat, says childhood coach

Pathirana is no Malinga copycat, says childhood coach

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

'He has talent and he will go a long way if supported properly. But he is just beginning, so don't compare him with legends like Lasith Malinga or Chaminda Vaas.'

Inhalers to the rescue as England players battle pollution in India

Inhalers to the rescue as England players battle pollution in India

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'Whether it was air quality or what, it was definitely an experience I've not had before.'

Siraj to lead, Green to power: RCB's plan unveiled

Siraj to lead, Green to power: RCB's plan unveiled

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

RCB head coach Andy Flower pinned his hopes on experienced Mohammed Siraj to lead the side's pace battery in the next IPL.

MI Vs PBKS: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

MI Vs PBKS: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Bumrah, Coetzee and Patel all took three wickets each.

How sense of humour can help bowlers in T20 cricket

How sense of humour can help bowlers in T20 cricket

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

In an unforgiving format like T20, Kings XI Punjab's England pace bowler Chris Jordan feels having a good sense of humour goes a long way in dealing with the extreme pressure of bowling in the death overs.

RCB's Zampa aims to master death bowling during IPL

RCB's Zampa aims to master death bowling during IPL

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa wants to forge a partnership with India's Yuzvendra Chahal during the upcoming IPL, where he aim to master the art of death bowling while playing for the Royal Challengers Bangalore.

IPL 2024: In-form CSK start favourites against LSG

IPL 2024: In-form CSK start favourites against LSG

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

CSK are coming into the game with back-to-back wins, LSG have endured a mini-slump with two successive defeats.

India's big guns ready to fire vs Pakistan

India's big guns ready to fire vs Pakistan

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Ahead of the mega IND v PAK encounter, let's delve into the records of some of India's most consistent performers against their arch-rivals.

Eng cricketers could join BLM protest during WI series

Eng cricketers could join BLM protest during WI series

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Earlier this week, former England batsman Michael Carberry said cricket was "rife with racism". ]

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!

ODI World Cup: Kohli, Babar in Sthalekar's first five for dream XI

ODI World Cup: Kohli, Babar in Sthalekar's first five for dream XI

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Two-time World Cup winner and ICC Hall of Famer Lisa Sthalekar has revealed the first five players she would select if choosing a dream ODI XI with the World Cup 2023 just a month away.

Is Rinku a strong contender for T20 World Cup berth?

Is Rinku a strong contender for T20 World Cup berth?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Explosive left-hander Rinku Singh has emerged a "contender" for the finisher's spot in India's T20 World Cup squad, according to Ashish Nehra. The former India pacer though believes that the batter will face stiff challenge for the position from fellow-cricketers.

T20 WC: NZ face Afghanistan's spin challenge

T20 WC: NZ face Afghanistan's spin challenge

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

New Zealand find themselves in the a difficult group with two-time champions West Indies and Afghanistan also vying for the the top two spots.

'When Bhuvi came to bowl the final over...'

'When Bhuvi came to bowl the final over...'

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Following his side's one-run win over Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy said that when he realised that Bhuvneshwar Kumar was defending 13 runs in the final over, he got the confidence that the veteran pacer could pull off a match-winning performance.

When RCB Dropped Chahal Without a Phone Call

When RCB Dropped Chahal Without a Phone Call

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

'I played around 140 matches for RCB, but I received no proper communication from them.'

My IPL 2024 Dream Team

My IPL 2024 Dream Team

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Forget team colours! Let's build the ultimate dream team, a team that would dominate any opponent...

No resumption of cricket practice in red zone Mumbai

No resumption of cricket practice in red zone Mumbai

Rediff.com20 May 2020

Top cricketers like Rohit Sharma and Ajinkya Rahane will have to wait longer to resume individual training in Mumbai due to its status of being a coronavirus red zone, which rules out opening of sports facilities in the city for the time being. The Maharashtra government has allowed opening of stadiums for individual training in green and orange zones without spectators.

Bhujbal sulks over RS ticket to Sunetra, Ajit Pawar says he isn't upset

Bhujbal sulks over RS ticket to Sunetra, Ajit Pawar says he isn't upset

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday said the decision to field his wife for Rajya Sabha bypoll was taken by his Nationalist Congress Party's apex body and denied reports that senior colleague Chhagan Bhujbal was upset over the move.

All soccer games in England postponed to mourn Queen, cricket and rugby go ahead

All soccer games in England postponed to mourn Queen, cricket and rugby go ahead

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Soccer's top flight Premier League and the English Football League (EFL) had already announced they were postponing their next round of fixtures.

A look at birthday boy Bumrah's stunning records

A look at birthday boy Bumrah's stunning records

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Arguably among the best in his trade across cricketing generations, star India speedster Jasprit Bumrah celebrated his 30th birthday on Wednesday.

NZ-WI in crunch match; rain looms over England again

NZ-WI in crunch match; rain looms over England again

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

NZ face WI in virtual knockout, rain threatens to derail England again

No Indian player in ICC 'Cricketer of the Year' award

No Indian player in ICC 'Cricketer of the Year' award

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Root, Williamson, Rizwan and Afridi nominated for ICC Men's Cricketer of Year

T20 WC PIX: SA escape to one-run win over Nepal

T20 WC PIX: SA escape to one-run win over Nepal

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between South Africa and Nepal in Kingstown, St. Vincent, on Saturday.

GT Vs SRH: Who Bowled The Best Spell?

GT Vs SRH: Who Bowled The Best Spell?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Mohit, Noor, Rashid, Cummins: Whose bowling impressed you?

Can Gambhir Magic Bring KKR Title 3?

Can Gambhir Magic Bring KKR Title 3?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

As captain, Gautam Gambhir won KKR its two titles. Now, as team mentor, can he inspire KKR to achieve glory?

Dhoni Meets Pathirana's Family

Dhoni Meets Pathirana's Family

Rediff.com26 May 2023

'You have nothing to worry about Matheesha, he's always with me,' Dhoni told Pathirana's family.

Harshal Patel Overtakes Bumrah

Harshal Patel Overtakes Bumrah

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Harshal finished with 2/28, taking his wicket tally to 22 in 13 games and overtake Jasprit Bumrah for the most wickets in IPL 2024. The pacer is way ahead of everyone when it comes to bowling in the end overs, with 16 wickets between the 16th and 20th overs -- the most by any bowler this season so far with Bumrah a distant second on 11 wickets in the death overs.

Indian women's cricket team pulls out of England tour

Indian women's cricket team pulls out of England tour

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The Indian women's team was originally slated to play a bilateral series comprising three ODIs and three T20Is against England in June which got postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak.

GT Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

GT Vs RR: Who Bowled Best? Vote!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Chahal or Rashid? Whose guile captivated you?

'It's time the world knows how good South Africa are under pressure'

'It's time the world knows how good South Africa are under pressure'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Heinrich Klaasen, who smashed a 67-ball 109 in the victory over England, South Africa have made a strong statement ahead of fixtures against New Zealand and India in the ICC World Cup.

How Shastri motivated Siraj to stay back in Australia after father's death

How Shastri motivated Siraj to stay back in Australia after father's death

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

India pacer Mohammed Siraj revealed that words of encouragement from head coach Ravi Shastri during the team's tour of Australia made him change his mind about returning home after his father's death.

Pakistan unleash 'slinger' Zaman Khan

Pakistan unleash 'slinger' Zaman Khan

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

The endless chain of fast bowlers that Pakistan has produced over the years has been the envy point of other cricketing nations. Zaman Khan is the latest to join that illustrious line.

Delhi Capitals Vs Rajasthan Royals: Who Bowled The Best Spell?

Delhi Capitals Vs Rajasthan Royals: Who Bowled The Best Spell?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Avesh or Chahal? Whose bowling impressed you most?

Sports Gets Sexy On OTT This Week!

Sports Gets Sexy On OTT This Week!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

From tennis love to Tudor queens, Sukanya Verma lists everything you can catch on OTT this week.

How Kohli's knock turned the tide in India vs NZ

How Kohli's knock turned the tide in India vs NZ

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Mitchell's knock did not prove to be enough as Kohli anchored the chase to take India home in 48 overs.

Cricketing fraternity condoles Bal Thackeray's death

Cricketing fraternity condoles Bal Thackeray's death

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

The cricketing fraternity on Saturday condoled the sad demise of Bal Thackeray with fellow Maharashtrian Sachin Tendulkar leading the pack, saying the Shiv Sena patriarch will "always be remembered and missed".

ICC should educate young cricketers on racism: Sammy

ICC should educate young cricketers on racism: Sammy

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

Earlier this month, Sammy had demanded an apology after claiming that he was subjected to racism during his stint with Sunrisers Hyderbad teammates in the IPL when he was called 'Kalu' -- a derogatory word to describe black people -- by his teammates.