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'India Is Proud Of These Champions'

'India Is Proud Of These Champions'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Rahul Gandhi hosted the India blind women's cricket team to celebrate their triumph in the T20 World Cup.

India vs Pakistan: A rivalry bereft of fire and fury!

India vs Pakistan: A rivalry bereft of fire and fury!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Pakistan have managed three wins in 16 matches in T20Is but they have never beaten India in the ODIs in 11 attempts.

T20 World Cup: A gritty tale of associate nations who punched above their weight

T20 World Cup: A gritty tale of associate nations who punched above their weight

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The brave displays of cricket's second-tier nations were the brightest feature of the Twenty20 World Cup, which got off to a rocky start and culminated in a predictable home win for white-ball behemoths India on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: Farhan's ton powers Pakistan into Super 8s

T20 World Cup: Farhan's ton powers Pakistan into Super 8s

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Pakistan defeated Namibia by 102 runs to qualify for the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup, with Sahibzada Farhan scoring a century and the spinners delivering an excellent performance.

Asia Cup: No Demand For India-Pakistan Game

Asia Cup: No Demand For India-Pakistan Game

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'For the first time India versus Pakistan tickets are available, no huge demands, no rise in ticket rates.'

Will Sri Lanka's cricket team travel to Pakistan despite threat?

Will Sri Lanka's cricket team travel to Pakistan despite threat?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is still hopeful of hosting Sri Lanka for a limited-overs tour this month despite alleged terrorist threats.

T20 World Cup: Cracks In Eden Gardens Pitch Because Of Tremors?

T20 World Cup: Cracks In Eden Gardens Pitch Because Of Tremors?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Darren Sammy: 'We are most people's second favourite team, but we're playing against their favourite.'

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'The atmosphere he has created in the team -- he has tried to infuse a culture of playing for the team and not focusing on personal milestones.'

PSL Stars Deny Ball-Tampering Allegations After Lahore Qalandars-Karachi Kings Match

PSL Stars Deny Ball-Tampering Allegations After Lahore Qalandars-Karachi Kings Match

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Fakhar Zaman, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Sikandar Raza deny ball-tampering charges during a Pakistan Super League match, leading to an investigation and potential penalties for the Lahore Qalandars.

India's cricket ties with Bangladesh going Pak way?

India's cricket ties with Bangladesh going Pak way?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Indo-Bangla political tensions set to hit bilateral cricket as series in doubt

Ganguly Breaks Silence On Eden Gardens Snub: 'Tests Must Be Shared Across India'

Ganguly Breaks Silence On Eden Gardens Snub: 'Tests Must Be Shared Across India'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly supports the BCCI's decision to host Test matches in new venues like Guwahati and Ranchi, alongside traditional centres.

'Pycroft Is India's Favourite': Rameez

'Pycroft Is India's Favourite': Rameez

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'He is a permanent fixture when it comes to the Indian team. He has been match referee 90 times in India's matches.'

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan: 'We Have Edge Over Them'

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan: 'We Have Edge Over Them'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Varun Chakravarthy expresses confidence in India's spin attack ahead of Sunday's T20 World Cup game against Pakistan.

T20 World Cup: Varun vs Tariq: India Vs Pakistan Set For Battle Of Mystery Spinners

T20 World Cup: Varun vs Tariq: India Vs Pakistan Set For Battle Of Mystery Spinners

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The spotlight is on mystery spinners like Varun Chakravarthy and Usman Tariq, who could exploit the Premadasa Stadium's testing pitch during the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup on Sunday.

'Stop Playing Cricket with Pakistan'

'Stop Playing Cricket with Pakistan'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Shreevats Goswami spoke out-some demanding an immediate and total severing of sporting ties with Pakistan.

PCB chief, mind coach rush to lift Pakistan before India clash

PCB chief, mind coach rush to lift Pakistan before India clash

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Parallelly, the PCB has also engaged motivational speaker Dr Raheel Ahmed in a bid to reduce the stress levels of the players before Sunday's crunch tie.

Jacks credits 'Brook era' for England's T20 World Cup success

Jacks credits 'Brook era' for England's T20 World Cup success

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Will Jacks credits Harry Brook's leadership for England's success in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his impact on the team's approach and environment.

T20 World Cup: UAE captain blames extra boundaries for T20 loss

T20 World Cup: UAE captain blames extra boundaries for T20 loss

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

UAE captain Muhammad Waseem believes his side was 15-20 runs short of a competitive total against Afghanistan and conceded that giving away a few extra boundaries with the ball proved costly in their five-wicket defeat in the T20 World Cup.

Participation in T20 WC subject to government's advice: Naqvi

Participation in T20 WC subject to government's advice: Naqvi

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday dismissed the impression that the announcement of the World Cup squad meant that the country has decided to take part in next month's ICC mega event.

Hesson takes charge of Pakistan's ODI, T20 teams

Hesson takes charge of Pakistan's ODI, T20 teams

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Former New Zealand coach Mike Hesson will take charge of Pakistan's limited-overs sides from May 26, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Tuesday.

SEE: SKY hails Modi's front-foot support after Pakistan triumph

SEE: SKY hails Modi's front-foot support after Pakistan triumph

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Suryakumar Yadav hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's support and enthusiasm after Team India won their 9th Asia Cup trophy

T20 World Cup: India vs Pakistan: Decision on Abhishek's availability on Saturday

T20 World Cup: India vs Pakistan: Decision on Abhishek's availability on Saturday

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

India will have a net session on Saturday evening, and Abhishek Sharma's fitness will be monitored closely before taking a final call.

Just why is Pakistan cricket hurting?

Just why is Pakistan cricket hurting?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

Former captain Inzamam ul Haq has blamed the lack of international cricket at home since 2009 for the declining standards in Pakistan cricket.

Indian cricket team to tour Pakistan in March

Indian cricket team to tour Pakistan in March

Rediff.com9 Nov 2003

BCCI president Jagmohan Dalmiya said the tour would be followed by the Asia Cup.

PCB backs B'desh's refusal to play T20 WC matches in India

PCB backs B'desh's refusal to play T20 WC matches in India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

The PCB has not made any public comment on the matter although Board sources have said that the Bangladesh government had contacted Pakistan for support in the ICC.

T20 World Cup: Sahibzada Farhan's 100 Ends 12-Year Wait for Pakistan

T20 World Cup: Sahibzada Farhan's 100 Ends 12-Year Wait for Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Sahibzada Farhan's unbeaten century powered Pakistan to a 102-run victory over Namibia, securing their place in the Super Eight of the Twenty20 World Cup.

Gary Kirsten backs Gautam Gambhir's 'no superstar culture' stance

Gary Kirsten backs Gautam Gambhir's 'no superstar culture' stance

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Former India coach Gary Kirsten backed Gautam Gambhir's call to move away from superstar culture, saying India's depth of talent -- driven by the Indian Premier League -- means the team should focus on winning trophies rather than individual milestones.

The Hundred: Fans Rage After SRH Sign Pak's Abrar

The Hundred: Fans Rage After SRH Sign Pak's Abrar

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The auction of The Hundred on Thursday was meant to be a celebratory milestone for the England and Wales Cricket Board. Instead, it has triggered a controversy in India.

No-Handshake Chaos: Why PCB Official Was Fired

No-Handshake Chaos: Why PCB Official Was Fired

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

An irate Mohsin Naqvi ordered Usman Walha's removal 'for the embarrassment caused to the national cricket team and its captain.'

Pakistan cricket at lowest point: PCB chief

Pakistan cricket at lowest point: PCB chief

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

Pakistan cricket has reached its lowest point due to a string of scandals involving players cheating, teams not touring the country and court cases, Pakistan Cricket Board interim chief Najam Sethi said.

U-19 WC: India eye revenge against Pakistan in Super Six

U-19 WC: India eye revenge against Pakistan in Super Six

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

India face arch-rivals Pakistan in a high-stakes U-19 World Cup Super Six clash, seeking revenge for their crushing Asia Cup final defeat in Bulawayo.

No handshakes: Harmanpreet to follow men's Indo-Pak lead

No handshakes: Harmanpreet to follow men's Indo-Pak lead

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

This time, Harmanpreet Kaur and Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana are unlikely to exchange even the most basic pleasantries.

T20 World Cup: Shadab breaks silence on Babar, Shaheen call

T20 World Cup: Shadab breaks silence on Babar, Shaheen call

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Shadab Khan defends Pakistan's team selections and strategy in the T20 World Cup, emphasising the importance of clear communication and adaptability.

Euro Nations Cup on cards as Ireland eyes 2027 launch

Euro Nations Cup on cards as Ireland eyes 2027 launch

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Cricket Ireland is planning a Euro Nations Cup, with chairman Brian MacNeice targeting a 2027 launch.

'Suspend India From ICC Tournaments'

'Suspend India From ICC Tournaments'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'In any other sport, this would have been an open and shut case. But with ICC Chairman, CEO, CFO, Commercial chief, and head of Events and Communications being Indians, suspension seems unlikely.'

'An opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment'

'An opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Pakistan's white-ball coach Mike Hesson defends the exclusion of senior players from the ODI series in Bangladesh, stating it's an opportunity to test young talent rather than a punishment for T20 World Cup performance. He also addresses reports of disagreements with selectors.

T20 World Cup: Indian Fans Carry Celebrations Home At Airport

T20 World Cup: Indian Fans Carry Celebrations Home At Airport

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

From tears in the stands to songs in the airport, the India-Pakistan rivalry delivered agony and ecstasy in equal measure.

Owaisi slams govt: Why suspend ties, yet play Pakistan?

Owaisi slams govt: Why suspend ties, yet play Pakistan?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'What must the Indian Air Force pilots -- who destroyed terror bases in Pakistan using BrahMos missiles' -- be thinking?'

Liam Livingstone says he was denied support after being dropped by England

Liam Livingstone says he was denied support after being dropped by England

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Allrounder Liam Livingstone said he was left out in the cold after being dropped by England last year and that the current regime does not care about players outside the core group.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan out to avenge '24 WC defeat to US

T20 World Cup: Pakistan out to avenge '24 WC defeat to US

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Pakistan will be looking to avenge the defeat to the USA in the 2024 T20 World Cup when they clash in Colombo on Tuesday.