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World Cup Final: Star Sports, travel firms in top gear

World Cup Final: Star Sports, travel firms in top gear

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

July 14 features three big-ticket sporting events -- the World Cup final, the Wimbledon men's final and the British Grand Prix.

Agarwal replaces injured Dhawan in India's ODI squad

Agarwal replaces injured Dhawan in India's ODI squad

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

Mayank Agarwal has been in top form in Test cricket and he could carry that form into the limited overs series if picked in the playing XI. The Karnataka cricketer is currently playing in the Ranji Trophy and will join the national squad before the opening ODI.

Archer finally finds his World Cup medal

Archer finally finds his World Cup medal

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

England pacer bowler Jofra Archer finally found his World Cup winner's medal after he had earlier said he was "going mad" as it got misplaced while he moved into a new house.

Fatigue the reason behind India's below-par fielding?

Fatigue the reason behind India's below-par fielding?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

India's fielding coach Ramakrishnan Sridhar said that the team has not lived up to the fielding standards which was witnessed during the ICC World Cup last year. In the ongoing tour of New Zealand, the Indian team has dropped quite a few catches and has not been able to capitalise on the run-out opportunities.

PIX: How Mitchell, Neesham's new zeal destroyed England

PIX: How Mitchell, Neesham's new zeal destroyed England

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Daryl Mitchell's superb unbeaten half-century fired New Zealand into their first ever ICC men's T20 World Cup final at England's expense following a thrilling semi-final in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday.

'IPL should not be selection criteria for Dhoni'

'IPL should not be selection criteria for Dhoni'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

MS Dhoni's comeback and retirement has been a matter of intense speculation

Why England are still World Cup favourites

Why England are still World Cup favourites

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

Eoin Morgan's side have slipped to fourth in the standings behind New Zealand, Australia and India with three matches to play before the semi-finals.

India play Australia, Afghanistan in World Cup warm-up games

India play Australia, Afghanistan in World Cup warm-up games

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

World champions India will clash against hosts Australia in their first warm-up match of the ICC World Cup 2015 in Adelaide on February 8 before they take on minnows Afghanistan at the same venue two days later.

Dhoni reveals his post-retirement plans

Dhoni reveals his post-retirement plans

Rediff.com20 May 2019

Dhoni revealed his plans after quitting cricket, fuelling fresh speculations about his retirement.

Clean up Hyderabad cricket, Rayudu tells Azhar

Clean up Hyderabad cricket, Rayudu tells Azhar

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

Rayudu had pulled out of the coming Ranji Trophy tournament attacking the Hyderabad Cricket Association

History of ICC Cricket World Cup

History of ICC Cricket World Cup

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

The history of ICC Cricket World Cup, from 1975 to 2011.

India's bowlers will have to make the difference at World Cup: Srinath

India's bowlers will have to make the difference at World Cup: Srinath

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Defending champions India have the best batting line-up and they should not lose heart despite a poor run up to the ICC World Cup, feels former speedster Javagal Srinath.

Strife-torn Afghanistan find succour in cricket team's success

Strife-torn Afghanistan find succour in cricket team's success

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

Strife-torn Afghanistan qualified for its maiden ICC World Cup after beating Kenya by seven wickets to finish second in the World Cricket League Championship in Sharjah, on Friday.

Under 19 World Cup: India to face Pakistan in campaign opener

Under 19 World Cup: India to face Pakistan in campaign opener

Rediff.com14 Dec 2013

The Indian Under-19 cricket team will open its campaign in next year's ICC World Cup against arch-foes Pakistan when the event is staged at the Dubai International Stadium on February 15.

India to host Deaf Cricket T20 World Cup from Nov 23

India to host Deaf Cricket T20 World Cup from Nov 23

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

The eight-day tournament will see participation from over 200 players across eight countries including England, Australia, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, South Africa, apart from India, vying for the top honours.

India's World Cup team to be picked on April 15

India's World Cup team to be picked on April 15

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

India's 15-member squad for the ICC World Cup will be selected on April 15 in Mumbai.

Afghanistan sack captain Asghar ahead of World Cup

Afghanistan sack captain Asghar ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

The 31-year-old Asghar had replaced Nabi as captain in 2015.

Pakistan cricketers salute 'class player' Dhoni

Pakistan cricketers salute 'class player' Dhoni

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

'A true match-winner against whom I enjoyed playing against a lot'

England, Australia players set to miss first week of IPL 2020

England, Australia players set to miss first week of IPL 2020

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

None of the players will be available for at least the first two to three games of their respective franchises.

Top 20 Sports Photos of the Year

Top 20 Sports Photos of the Year

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

As the curtains fall on another year, Rediff.com brings you all the action from the sports field that defined 2019.

Lara admitted to Mumbai hospital following chest pain

Lara admitted to Mumbai hospital following chest pain

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

West Indies legend Brian Lara has been admitted to Global Hospital in Mumbai after he complained of chest pain.

What happened after final was unfortunate: Bangladesh skipper on rival teams coming to blows

What happened after final was unfortunate: Bangladesh skipper on rival teams coming to blows

Rediff.com9 Feb 2020

The Bangladesh players were overtly aggressive while fielding with their lead pacer Shoriful Islam sledging the Indian batsmen after every delivery.

ICC announces rescheduled qualification path to 2022 U-19 WC

ICC announces rescheduled qualification path to 2022 U-19 WC

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

The qualification for the 2022 edition of the age-group tournament had been delayed by a year due to COVID-19 pandemic. The remaining five spots will be determined by regional qualification.

'Pietersen paved way for English cricketers to play IPL'

'Pietersen paved way for English cricketers to play IPL'

Rediff.com23 May 2020

IPL has helped English cricket grow and is best tournament after World Cups, feels English 'keeper Jos Buttler.

Dhoni becomes a father, wife Sakshi gives birth to a baby girl

Dhoni becomes a father, wife Sakshi gives birth to a baby girl

Rediff.com6 Feb 2015

Just a week ahead of the ICC World Cup, Mahendra Singh Dhoni has become a father. The Indian captain's wife Sakshi gave birth to a baby girl at a private hospital in Gurgaon.

BCCI reschedules domestic ODI tournaments with an eye on 2015 World Cup

BCCI reschedules domestic ODI tournaments with an eye on 2015 World Cup

Rediff.com26 Jul 2014

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's technical committee headed by Anil Kumble has decided that the National ODI Championship for the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Deodhar Trophy (Inter-Zonal) one dayers will act as trial tournaments for the ICC World Cup scheduled in February-March 2015.

From cricket field to big screen: Mithali Raj biopic in works

From cricket field to big screen: Mithali Raj biopic in works

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

"I am extremely happy on this association with Viacom18 Motion Pictures. Hoping that this movie inspires more people, especially young girls to take up sports as a career," a statement from the cricketer read.

Mandira: Actresses younger than me are playing moms and grandmoms

Mandira: Actresses younger than me are playing moms and grandmoms

Rediff.com29 May 2013

The actress-TV show host discusses motherhood, her role in Anil Kapoor's 24 and Indian Idol Junior.

PCB wants assurances from BCCI over visas

PCB wants assurances from BCCI over visas

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

He said that Pakistan would go to India for the ICC events after it got complete assurance about the security and safety of its players and officials.

'Disclose documents on tax exemption given to ICC WC'

'Disclose documents on tax exemption given to ICC WC'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

The Central Information Commission has directed the Income Tax department to make public documents related to tax exemption given to the ICC World Cup held last year in the country.

Rajasthan Royals appoint Paddy Upton as head coach

Rajasthan Royals appoint Paddy Upton as head coach

Rediff.com25 Jan 2013

Indian cricket team's former mental conditioning coach, Paddy Upton has been appointed as the head coach of Rajasthan Royals.

Sangakkara to bring down curtain on ODI career after 2015 World Cup

Sangakkara to bring down curtain on ODI career after 2015 World Cup

Rediff.com17 Mar 2014

Having announced his retirement from T20 internationals, Kumar Sangakkara said that he would like to call time on his ODI career after the 2015 ICC World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

Here's why Kohli is excited about the T20s in West Indies

Here's why Kohli is excited about the T20s in West Indies

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

A very exciting opportunity for new guys in limited overs format: Kohli

Nepal complete 'massive' leap to ODI nation

Nepal complete 'massive' leap to ODI nation

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

Nepal became the latest nation to join the One-day International (ODI) club, securing their 50-overs status for the first time at the ongoing ICC World Cup Qualifiers in Zimbabwe.

Sunrisers Hyderabad to miss their top run scorers

Sunrisers Hyderabad to miss their top run scorers

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

'Without a doubt Warner and Bairstow will be big losses, they are world class players. We knew at the start of the tournament that we will lose them at the back end of the tournament and new guys will come in then'

In wake of World Cup final drama, ICC tweaks super over rule

In wake of World Cup final drama, ICC tweaks super over rule

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

Following that nerve-wracking final, the ICC faced the wrath of fans and former players over the controversial rule.

India have strong side for World Cup, says Dhawan

India have strong side for World Cup, says Dhawan

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

India opener Shikhar Dhawan, on Tuesday, said the selectors have picked a 'very strong side' for the the ICC World Cup starting May 30 in the United Kingdom.

Australia's Ponting a 'true legend', says ICC

Australia's Ponting a 'true legend', says ICC

Rediff.com4 Dec 2012

Ricky Ponting is "one of the true legends of the sport" the International Cricket Council (ICC) said of the former Australia captain who ended his Test career on Monday.

One thing that still haunts Saeed Ajmal

One thing that still haunts Saeed Ajmal

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Saeed Ajmal still can't 'understand' how Sachin Tendulkar was adjudged not out when he was rapped on the pad by him during the 2011 World Cup semi-final.