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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.

Pakistan Cricketers Pray For Pant

Pakistan Cricketers Pray For Pant

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Pakistan's cricketers sent in their prayers and good wishes for Rishabh Pant, who suffered multiple injuries in a major crash on Friday.

'How can blood and cricket go together?'

'How can blood and cricket go together?'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Aaditya Thackeray on Friday slammed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) over the India and Pakistan clash in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025.

U19 World Cup: India knock out Pakistan, storm into semis

U19 World Cup: India knock out Pakistan, storm into semis

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

India Under-19 sealed their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 U-19 World Cup on Sunday, knocking arch-rivals Pakistan out of contention with a disciplined all-round performance at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.

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.

No ultimatum from ICC on playing in India: Bangladesh Cricket Board

No ultimatum from ICC on playing in India: Bangladesh Cricket Board

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has rejected reports that it had been told to either participate as per the decided schedule or forfeit its games in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Afridi's Anti-India Dig Sparks Backlash

Afridi's Anti-India Dig Sparks Backlash

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Months after the Asia Cup final ended in an unprecedented trophy snub, the controversy has resurfaced -- this time through a pointed comment from former Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi that has sparked sharp reactions across social media.

Babar, Shaheen in Pak provisional T20 Cup World Cup squad?

Babar, Shaheen in Pak provisional T20 Cup World Cup squad?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Pakistan submit provisional World T20 Cup squad to ICC, announcement awaited.

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.

1st T20I: Saim Ayub stars as Pakistan beat depleted Australia

1st T20I: Saim Ayub stars as Pakistan beat depleted Australia

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Saim Ayub produced a brilliant all-round display to power Pakistan to a 22-run victory against a largely second-string Australia in the first Twenty20 international between the teams in Lahore on Thursday.

Pakistan skip presser, drama brews before India clash

Pakistan skip presser, drama brews before India clash

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Despite cancelling the press conference, Pakistan will go ahead with the scheduled training session, ANI reported, quoted ESPNcricinfo.

State of affair in Pakistan cricket is really sad: Miandad

State of affair in Pakistan cricket is really sad: Miandad

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Pakistan team has recently lost the three-Test series against Australia 0-3, before going down 1-4 in the five-match T20 series against New Zealand.

Hanumankind lights up Colombo ahead of India-Pak clash

Hanumankind lights up Colombo ahead of India-Pak clash

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

The atmosphere at the R Premadasa Stadium reached a fever pitch on Sunday evening as rapper Hanumankind delivered a high-energy performance ahead of the much-awaited India-Pakistan clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

Asia Cup: 'Pakistan team deserve our trust and support'

Asia Cup: 'Pakistan team deserve our trust and support'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi has offered "full support" to the Pakistan cricket team ahead of the Asia Cup.

'Hypocritical': India slams Pak at UN over airstrikes on Afghanistan during Ramzan

'Hypocritical': India slams Pak at UN over airstrikes on Afghanistan during Ramzan

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

India has strongly condemned Pakistan's airstrikes on Afghanistan, calling them a flagrant violation of international law and hypocritical given the civilian casualties during Ramzan.

'Can't leave a question because it is out of syllabus...' SKY on Tariq

'Can't leave a question because it is out of syllabus...' SKY on Tariq

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

We can't leave a question in exam because it is out of syllabus: SKY on Pak spinner Usman Tariq

BCCI Leaves Ind-Pak T20 WC Match Decision to ICC: Shukla

BCCI Leaves Ind-Pak T20 WC Match Decision to ICC: Shukla

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla said India has left the decision on the uncertain T20 World Cup match against Pakistan to the ICC and will abide by its ruling.

Nazrul's shocking U-Turn: Bangladesh players decided on India boycott

Nazrul's shocking U-Turn: Bangladesh players decided on India boycott

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Bangladesh's sports advisor, Asif Nazrul, claims the decision to refuse playing T20 World Cup matches in India was made by the Cricket Board and players to protect national dignity, despite earlier citing security concerns.

PSL 2026: Labuschagne Questions Ball Discolouration in Season Opener

PSL 2026: Labuschagne Questions Ball Discolouration in Season Opener

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Marnus Labuschagne questions unusual ball discolouration during PSL opener as white ball turns pink, raising concerns over jersey dye transfer.

Ind-Pak final: Hesson tells Pakistan, 'just focus on cricket'

Ind-Pak final: Hesson tells Pakistan, 'just focus on cricket'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'...the only match that really counts is the one at the end. And that will be our focus. Trying to play our best game when it counts.'

'Pakistan gave up': Former players blast team after loss

'Pakistan gave up': Former players blast team after loss

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Latif slammed Pakistan's middle order for their timid approach, accusing them of 'giving up' when the game demanded urgency.

Why Australia's top stars are not travelling to Pakistan!

Why Australia's top stars are not travelling to Pakistan!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Ellis, Glenn Maxwell and hTim David will also be rested from the three-match T20I series against Pakistan, starting on January 29.

T20 World Cup: Suryakumar, Salman avoid handshake at toss

T20 World Cup: Suryakumar, Salman avoid handshake at toss

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav once again avoided the customary handshake with his Pakistan counterpart Salman Ali Agha during the toss, in the T20 World Cup match in Colombo on Sunday.

Chakravarthy's Hilarious Tea-Cup T20 World Cup Trophy Moment Goes Viral

Chakravarthy's Hilarious Tea-Cup T20 World Cup Trophy Moment Goes Viral

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Indian cricketer Varun Chakravarthy celebrated India's T20 World Cup victory with a humorous Instagram post, sipping tea while holding the trophy, reminiscent of a previous joke after the Asia Cup win.

T20 World Cup: Sunday's Game Will Be Fireworks Under The Clouds

T20 World Cup: Sunday's Game Will Be Fireworks Under The Clouds

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

A shortened game will be like a sprint where the risk element will be high. Who will win when emotion meets execution remains to be seen. K R Nayar reports from Colombo.

Pakistan cricket team overwhelmed by Indian fans' love

Pakistan cricket team overwhelmed by Indian fans' love

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Pakistan cricketers floored by 'unexpected' welcome, hit nets 12 hours after arrival

IPL 2026: Samson, Young Guns Drive CSK's Rebuild

IPL 2026: Samson, Young Guns Drive CSK's Rebuild

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Chennai Super Kings head into IPL 2026 with a young squad, new signings like Sanju Samson and a focus on rebuilding as Mahendra Singh Dhoni's era nears its final chapter.

'I am hopeful Shaheen Afridi will play T20 World Cup'

'I am hopeful Shaheen Afridi will play T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Shaheen Shah Afridi's availability could be crucial for the team's chances in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

U-19 World Cup: India and Pakistan win to set up potential decider

U-19 World Cup: India and Pakistan win to set up potential decider

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

India and Pakistan will meet on Sunday for what could turn into a decider for a semi-final spot, albeit with net run-rate a factor as well.

209 in 15.2 overs! India shatter Pakistan's record

209 in 15.2 overs! India shatter Pakistan's record

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

India break Pakistan's record for fastest 200-plus run chase in T20Is

Farhan, Reddy Dominate ICC Player Awards for February

Farhan, Reddy Dominate ICC Player Awards for February

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Sahibzada Farhan of Pakistan and Arundhati Reddy of India have been named the ICC Players of the Month for February, recognising their outstanding performances in T20 cricket.

T20 World Cup semifinal: Managing to scrape along is sign of a good side, says Harry Brook

T20 World Cup semifinal: Managing to scrape along is sign of a good side, says Harry Brook

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

England captain Harry Brook expresses confidence in his team's ability to defeat India in the T20 World Cup semifinal, highlighting their resilience and the potential of their top-order batters.

T20 World Cup: Meet Castle Corner: Zimbabwe's 12th Man

T20 World Cup: Meet Castle Corner: Zimbabwe's 12th Man

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Zimbabwe's cricket team showed their appreciation for their loyal fans, the Castle Corner, after their T20 World Cup campaign, highlighting the deep connection between the players and supporters.

From Sanju's Sixes To Allen's Blitz: T20 WC 2026 In Numbers

From Sanju's Sixes To Allen's Blitz: T20 WC 2026 In Numbers

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

here are the standout stats and records from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

Will Rizwan be axed as Pakistan's ODI captain?

Will Rizwan be axed as Pakistan's ODI captain?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Experienced wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan's captaincy in the 50-overs format could be on the line when a joint meeting of the national selection committee and advisory board of the Pakistan Cricket Board is held on Monday in Lahore.

The Man Behind India's T20 WC Triumph: Meet Suryakumar

The Man Behind India's T20 WC Triumph: Meet Suryakumar

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

An analysis of Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy during India's T20 World Cup victory, highlighting his unique leadership style and its impact on the team's performance.

Afghanistan set to skip Pakistan tri-series; PCB mulls options

Afghanistan set to skip Pakistan tri-series; PCB mulls options

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has started working on an alternate plan as serious doubts have arisen over Afghanistan's participation in an upcoming T20 Tri-Series amid military conflict between the two countries.

No Handshake: Pakistan lodges protest against India

No Handshake: Pakistan lodges protest against India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Pakistan have lodged a protest with the Asian Cricket Council over the Indian players' refusal to shake hands with them following their Asia Cup match.

'Tariq is hard to hit in bigger grounds and slower pitches'

'Tariq is hard to hit in bigger grounds and slower pitches'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Tariq is different from other spinners but Abhishek can help tackle him: Harbhajan

'India should not play cricket with Pakistan'

'India should not play cricket with Pakistan'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

India should refrain from playing cricket with Pakistan in view of the ongoing tension with the neighbouring country, Arvind Sawant (SS-UBT) said on Monday in the Lok Sabha.