News for 'franchise cricket'

Saving Test Cricket! ICC's multi-million dollar rescue plan

Saving Test Cricket! ICC's multi-million dollar rescue plan

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

ICC is mulling a dedicated fund of at least US$ 15 million for Test cricket that will help increase the players' match fee and address the migration of talent to T20 leagues.

Why Prabhsimran is confident of Punjab making playoffs

Why Prabhsimran is confident of Punjab making playoffs

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings playing different cricket this season: Prabhsimran Singh

'Do you need a bowling coach when I am here?': Zaheer

'Do you need a bowling coach when I am here?': Zaheer

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan on Wednesday assumed the role of Lucknow Super Giants team mentor.

Cummins reveals how IPL ended international cricket's monopoly

Cummins reveals how IPL ended international cricket's monopoly

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Cummins agrees that Trent Boult's decision to deny a New Zealand central contract for lucrative T20 league around the world has been in the offing since IPL changed the complexion of the game

Uncapped Indians, the secret of Punjab's success: Ponting

Uncapped Indians, the secret of Punjab's success: Ponting

Rediff.com29 May 2025

In an interview to PTI ahead of the IPL play-offs, Ponting covered all areas that got the franchise much-needed success. Excerpts from the interaction.

'I love to lead': Iyer's take on captaincy pressure

'I love to lead': Iyer's take on captaincy pressure

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Shreyas Iyer is enjoying a golden run as captain, leading the Sobo Mumbai Falcons into the semi-finals of the Sobo Mumbai Falcons into the semi-finals League 2025.

Rahane 'shocked' by Rohit's retirement from Tests

Rahane 'shocked' by Rohit's retirement from Tests

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Caught in the heat of his IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders's must-win match against Chennai Super Kings in Kolkata on Wednesday, Rahane was unaware of Rohit's retirement from Test cricket on the same day.

'They gave me license to play fearless cricket': Reddy

'They gave me license to play fearless cricket': Reddy

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Promising India all-rounder Nitish Reddy, who made a splash with both bat and ball in only his second T20I, on Wednesday credited the team for giving him the licence to play fearless cricket.

'Give Me The Respect I Deserve': Zinta

'Give Me The Respect I Deserve': Zinta

Rediff.com15 May 2025

Punjab Kings Co-Owner Preity Zinta delivered a fiery response to a sexist remark on social media that bizarrely linked cricketer Glenn Maxwell's underperformance in IPL 2025 to not marrying her.

Bengaluru Stampede Victim's Earrings Stolen!

Bengaluru Stampede Victim's Earrings Stolen!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

The mother of a 14-year-old girl who died in the June 4 stampede near the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru during the IPL victory celebrations of RCB has filed a police complaint, alleging that her daughter's belongings, including a pair of gold earrings, were stolen during the post-mortem.

Tilak-Sanju smoothly adapting a new brand of Indian cricket

Tilak-Sanju smoothly adapting a new brand of Indian cricket

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

'I can't express my feelings right now. It's unbelievable. Can't imagine scoring back-to-back hundreds, that too in SA. Right now, I can't express my feelings.'

Ben Stokes urges ICC to revive Test cricket

Ben Stokes urges ICC to revive Test cricket

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Ben Stokes urged the ICC to do 'something different' to popularise Test cricket.

'264 reasons to celebrate Rohit Sharma!'

'264 reasons to celebrate Rohit Sharma!'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

The 'Hitman' turns 38! As Rohit Sharma celebrates his birthday, the cricketing world unites to salute a legend

Raghu Sharma replaces Vignesh Puthur at Mumbai Indians

Raghu Sharma replaces Vignesh Puthur at Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Kerala left-arm spinner Puthur has been ruled out due to bone stress reactions in both shins, the franchise said.

Trent Boult's hungry quest for World Cup glory

Trent Boult's hungry quest for World Cup glory

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Trent Boult said that he is hungry as ever to represent the country and play a big role in Kiwis lifting their maiden ICC Cricket World Cup in 2023

IPL Chapter 18 Brings Joy to Iconic No. 18!

IPL Chapter 18 Brings Joy to Iconic No. 18!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli lifts IPL title finally -- No. 18 meets destiny on the 18th year

What makes Rashid one of the most 'wanted players by franchises'

What makes Rashid one of the most 'wanted players by franchises'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Rashid Khan's commitment towards all aspects of the game make him one of the most sought-after commodities in T20 leagues across the globe, feels the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

IPL set for new champion as RCB, Punjab Kings clash in final

IPL set for new champion as RCB, Punjab Kings clash in final

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli's nearly two-decade long agonising wait to lay his hands on an IPL trophy with Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be up against Shreyas Iyer's resolve to make first-time winners out of the tenacious Punjab Kings.

DK compares Kohli's work ethics to Djokovic, Bryant

DK compares Kohli's work ethics to Djokovic, Bryant

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

'One of the things I love about Virat's thought process on the game is, it is always the aggressive option.'

'We'll do it for Virat': RCB captain's promise

'We'll do it for Virat': RCB captain's promise

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Rajat Patidar understands what it would mean for the team to win the coveted Indian Premier League title for one of country's bonafide cricket legends.

Uncapped South African replaces Rana at Rajasthan Royals

Uncapped South African replaces Rana at Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Rajasthan Royals have named young wicketkeeper Lhuan-dre Pretorius from South Africa as a replacement for injured Nitish Rana for the remainder of the Indian Premier League.

Can Rishabh Pant resolve LSG's opening conundrum?

Can Rishabh Pant resolve LSG's opening conundrum?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Rishabh Pant will be entering a new phase of his Indian Premier League (IPL)career when he takes over as the captain of Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025.

Why cricketers are choosing T20 leagues over national duty

Why cricketers are choosing T20 leagues over national duty

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

England's white ball captain Jos Buttler said he doesn't want to condemn the players who are opting out of national commitments for T20 leagues as he understands their predicament as well.

Rinku is batting too low down the order: Dada

Rinku is batting too low down the order: Dada

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Asked whether he supports home advantage in the IPL, Ganguly gave a measured response.

Fearless, ruthless! Stoinis in awe of India's young T20 stars

Fearless, ruthless! Stoinis in awe of India's young T20 stars

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has been left supremely impressed by the quality of youngsters in the Punjab Kings squad as well as the Indian T20 set up on the sidlelines of the IPL.

India set for world's first archery league

India set for world's first archery league

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Indian Archery League set for October launch; Lee gets SAI approval as India coach

BCCI pushes for foreign stars' return as IPL resumes

BCCI pushes for foreign stars' return as IPL resumes

Rediff.com13 May 2025

All the 10 teams are involved in a lot of back and forth with their overseas recruits over their arrival plans in India a day after the IPL announced the revised schedule following necessary security clearances from the government.

SEE: 'Thala' Dhoni rings in his birthday with friends

SEE: 'Thala' Dhoni rings in his birthday with friends

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Here's wishing the OG 'Captain Fantastic' a very Happy Birthday.

KKR Trophy Tour: Get Ready to Party with IPL Trophy

KKR Trophy Tour: Get Ready to Party with IPL Trophy

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The Kolkata Knight Riders have launched a first-of-its-kind Trophy Tour, bringing the IPL trophy to fans nationwide.

Finger injury rules Sandeep Sharma out of IPL 2025

Finger injury rules Sandeep Sharma out of IPL 2025

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Rajasthan Royals seamer Sandeep Sharma ruled out of IPL due to fracture in finger

KKR pacer Harshit gets Starc praise

KKR pacer Harshit gets Starc praise

Rediff.com27 May 2024

He mentioned that this year's IPL will help him in preparing for the T20 World Cup in West Indies starting June 1.

'Mystery Spinner Meets Master Blaster'

'Mystery Spinner Meets Master Blaster'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

The Kolkata Knight Riders, Chakravarthy's IPL franchise, shared the memorable moment on social media.

Franchise freak de Kock has edge over teammates

Franchise freak de Kock has edge over teammates

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

'I've played a lot of day T20s in cricket in the West Indies and generally that is the most important time to score runs, it was the easiest time to score runs...'

RCB rest faith in rejigged squad for success in IPL 2025

RCB rest faith in rejigged squad for success in IPL 2025

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'The more number of times you reach the playoffs, the probability of winning the championship is quite near.'

Impact Player rule helps improve Indian cricket on the whole: Zaheer

Impact Player rule helps improve Indian cricket on the whole: Zaheer

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Lucknow Super Giants' new mentor Zaheer Khan wants the Impact Player rule to be persisted with in the IPL.

PBKS-MI IPL match in Dharamsala moved to Ahmedabad

PBKS-MI IPL match in Dharamsala moved to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The IPL match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians, scheduled for May 11 in Dharamsala, has been shifted to Ahmedabad owing to closure of the hill town's airport in the wake of military action against terror infrastructure in Pakistan. The match will be played in the afternoon.

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.

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

The Man Who Led RCB To Paradise

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Rajat Patidar's astute captaincy has been apparent throughout this season, be it bowling changes or field placements, he has been spot on. Unlike other franchises where captaining big egos has not sat well with certain players, Patidar has commanded the respect of his senior India as well as international team-mates.

Ishan Kishan back as Jharkhand Ranji captain

Ishan Kishan back as Jharkhand Ranji captain

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

India batter Ishan Kishan on Wednesday returned to the Jharkhand Ranji team as its captain, following his controversial pullout last season

Cricket knocks bails off Gambhir's political career

Cricket knocks bails off Gambhir's political career

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

A BJP MP from East Delhi, Gambhir returned to his former IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders as a mentor for the upcoming season, starting on March 22.