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Tendulkar inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Tendulkar inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

Sachin Tendulkar is the sixth Indian to be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.

'Make bowlers wear masks to ensure they don't use saliva'

'Make bowlers wear masks to ensure they don't use saliva'

Rediff.com25 May 2020

Pakistan head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq said that pacers will find it extremely difficult to adopt to ICC's new guidelines for resumption of cricket and proposed a mask for the bowlers to ensure they don't end up applying saliva on the ball "instinctively". The International Cricket Council has recommended a host of "back to cricket" guidelines which includes a 14-day pre-match isolation training camps to ensure the teams are free from coronavirus.

'IPL in UAE will level the playing field for T20 World Cup'

'IPL in UAE will level the playing field for T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

Star Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell says IPL's UAE leg will help the preparation of Australia's players.

This Dhoni record will 'stay forever'

This Dhoni record will 'stay forever'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

'One record which is going to stay forever is M S Dhoni's three ICC trophies. I don't think any other captain would ever be able to achieve that!

Akram, Miandad to conduct online sessions for Pakistan cricketers

Akram, Miandad to conduct online sessions for Pakistan cricketers

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Sunday said that former greats like Javed Miandad and Wasim Akram will be holding online sessions with current and emerging cricketers in Pakistan to help them remain focused in the wake of the coronavirus lockdown. These sessions have been arranged by the Pakistan national men's cricket team management in collaboration with the International Cricket Operations Department as they are looking at innovative ideas to ensure its elite players and future prospects remain connected with the game.

PIX: Pitch invader interrupts ICC World Cup final

PIX: Pitch invader interrupts ICC World Cup final

Rediff.com14 Jul 2019

England had reduced the Black Caps to 45-1 at Lord's this morning when a woman attempted to enter the field of play.

Shakib, Miraz guide Bangladesh to secure series against WI

Shakib, Miraz guide Bangladesh to secure series against WI

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

Bangladesh not only clinched the ODI series 2-0 but also moved up to the third spot in the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League standings.

Cricket Buzz: New shirt sponsor for Australia after ball tampering scandal

Cricket Buzz: New shirt sponsor for Australia after ball tampering scandal

Rediff.com23 May 2018

Cricket Australia have signed a four-year agreement with energy provider Alinta Energy, potentially laying to rest concerns over a financial fallout from the ball-tampering scandal in March.

Kohli continues to lead ICC ODI rankings

Kohli continues to lead ICC ODI rankings

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

India captain Virat Kohli continues to top the ICC One-Day International batting chart while his predecessor Mahendra Singh Dhoni has gained three positions to be placed 12th in the latest rankings.

Nick Hockley appointed chief executive of Cricket Australia

Nick Hockley appointed chief executive of Cricket Australia

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Raised in Birmingham, Hockley held senior positions in the organising committee of the ICC Cricket World Cup in Australia in 2015 and 2012 London Olympics and Paralympic Games.

Kisses, hugs all around as new World Champs celebrate with family

Kisses, hugs all around as new World Champs celebrate with family

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

Here's how the England players celebrated their triumph:

Have you met Dhoni? Tell us!

Have you met Dhoni? Tell us!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Share your memories of your meeting with the legendary cricketer.

Will ICC allow coronavirus substitutes?

Will ICC allow coronavirus substitutes?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

The ICC currently only allows a player to be replaced during a match because of concussion. Under the proposed change, a late substitution would also be allowed on coronavirus grounds.

To toss or not?

To toss or not?

Rediff.com17 May 2018

Should international cricket 'toss away' the toss to ensure an even playing field?

Broad fines Broad: Chris penalises son Stuart for using 'inappropriate language'

Broad fines Broad: Chris penalises son Stuart for using 'inappropriate language'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Stuart Broad was found to have breached Article 2.5 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which relates to "using language, actions or gestures which disparage or which could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter upon his/her dismissal during an International Match."

Ball shining post-COVID-19: 'Why not try external substance'

Ball shining post-COVID-19: 'Why not try external substance'

Rediff.com28 May 2020

A lot of premier players and coaches now feel that the use of external substances should be allowed to shine the ball in order to maintain a balance between the bat and ball.

ODI Rankings: Kohli retains top spot

ODI Rankings: Kohli retains top spot

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

Virat Kohli retained the top spot among batsmen while India were placed third among ODI teams in the latest ICC Rankings issued on Thursday.

Kumble says Jaffer 'right' in quitting Uttarakhand job

Kumble says Jaffer 'right' in quitting Uttarakhand job

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

Spin legend Anil Kumble on Thursday extended support to his former India teammate Wasim Jaffer after the Cricket Association of Uttarakhand (CAU) alleged that he had tried to force religion-based selections as the state team's coach.

Stokes or Pandya -- who is the better all-rounder?

Stokes or Pandya -- who is the better all-rounder?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Former Australian spin wizard Brad Hogg believes that England cricketer Ben Stokes is a better all-rounder than Hardik Pandya. Pandya has always drawn comparisons with Stokes as the two all-rounders are explosive with the bat and also capable pace bowlers.

It's no crime to be flamboyant batsman: Rohit

It's no crime to be flamboyant batsman: Rohit

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Rohit Sharma emphasised that backing the young players is important to make them confident about their game.

Why Kohli is loved by Pakistanis

Why Kohli is loved by Pakistanis

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

India will square off against arch-rivals Pakistan at Old Trafford, Manchester on June 16.

Australia's Cummins wants artificial substance to shine ball

Australia's Cummins wants artificial substance to shine ball

Rediff.com20 May 2020

Cricketers have long used saliva and sweat to shine one side of the ball, altering the aerodynamics in an attempt to generate movement in the air as it flies towards the batsman.

'Winning World Cup is eternal, nothing can replace that'

'Winning World Cup is eternal, nothing can replace that'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

Yuvraj shared a montage of 2011 World Cup memories and his thoughts on the title-winning journey in a Twitter video.

Dhoni was a more natural wicketkeeper compared to others, says Saha

Dhoni was a more natural wicketkeeper compared to others, says Saha

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

India Test wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha said that Mahendra Singh Dhoni was more natural with the wicketkeeping gloves as compared to others who have played a similar role in cricket.

Tendulkar shortlisted for 'Laureus Sporting Moment'

Tendulkar shortlisted for 'Laureus Sporting Moment'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

Carried on the shoulders of his teammates, Sachin Tendulkar made a lap of honour, shedding tears of joy, after India won the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup in his home city, Mumbai.

Hit in stands by Rohit six, fan gets autographed hat

Hit in stands by Rohit six, fan gets autographed hat

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

Rohit Sharma presented an autographed hat to a fan named Meena

Bangladesh board denies not paying players ICC prize money

Bangladesh board denies not paying players ICC prize money

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

The BCB said it has often given additional incentives to its cricketers, topping up what has been due to them from the ICC prize money.

We need to get better at spin, says Australia's Wade

We need to get better at spin, says Australia's Wade

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Bangladesh thrashed Australia by 60 runs in Dhaka on Monday to secure a comprehensive 4-1 series win, with the tourists' batsmen managing just 62 in 13.4 overs, their worst ever total in the format.

2nd Test: Umpires disinfect ball after Sibley accidentally uses saliva

2nd Test: Umpires disinfect ball after Sibley accidentally uses saliva

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

Gough pulled out a disinfectant wipe from his pocket and rubbed down the shiny side of the ball prior to handing it back to Bess.

NZ in Pakistan after 18 years for white-ball series

NZ in Pakistan after 18 years for white-ball series

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

New Zealand last toured Pakistan in 2003 for a white-ball series and since then have avoided touring the country because of security reasons.

Watch: Team India sweating it out in the nets

Watch: Team India sweating it out in the nets

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

India underwent a full member training session

Why Indian umpires face a huge challenge post COVID-19

Why Indian umpires face a huge challenge post COVID-19

Rediff.com19 May 2020

Lack of experience, especially in Tests, will pose a "huge challenge" for Indian umpires when they get down to officiate in the post coronavirus world, believe current and former officials. The ICC Cricket Committee on Monday recommended the appointment of local match officials (umpires and match referees) in the short-term to avoid international travel in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sachin Tendulkar meets... Sachin Tendulkar!

Sachin Tendulkar meets... Sachin Tendulkar!

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

The batting great took some time out to pose with his wax figure at the Madame Tussauds Museum in London on Thursday, prior to the ICC Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

Why India Played Pak In 2019 World Cup

Why India Played Pak In 2019 World Cup

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

I tried to reason in my mind that wouldn't beating Pakistan again and again -- in the league matches and in the knockouts if they made it -- be a better tribute to our martyred soldiers? A revealing excerpt from Vinod Rai's Not Just A Nightwatchman: My Innings In The BCCI.

'He's off my Christmas card list': Broad after being penalised by father

'He's off my Christmas card list': Broad after being penalised by father

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Stuart was docked 15 per cent of his match fees and a third demerit point was added to his disciplinary record - a punishment made on the recommendation of Broad senior for using inappropriate language against Pakistan's player Yasir Shah during the first Test in Manchester.

Former player unhappy with Yorkshire's racism probe

Former player unhappy with Yorkshire's racism probe

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

The investigation was initiated in September last year to look into allegations made by the off-spinner stretching back to 2008.

WTC final: How has COVID affected India's chances?

WTC final: How has COVID affected India's chances?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

WTC finalists to be decided by percentage of points earned: Report

Social media erupts with memes as India thrash Pak

Social media erupts with memes as India thrash Pak

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

As soon as India registered the victory, social media came up with unique ways to describe Pakistan's cricket team

Kumble optimistic of IPL this year

Kumble optimistic of IPL this year

Rediff.com28 May 2020

BCCI wants to hold the IPL in the October window after the tournament was postponed indefinitely earlier this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

ICC to announce 2015 World Cup fixtures

ICC to announce 2015 World Cup fixtures

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

The International Cricket Council will announce the fixtures of the 2015 World Cup on Tuesday.