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Pakistan won't have it easy against India: Ganguly

Pakistan won't have it easy against India: Ganguly

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has said it not going to be easy for Pakistan to defeat India in their ICC T20 World Cup group match come February 15.

Scotland, UAE book spot in 2015 Cricket World Cup

Scotland, UAE book spot in 2015 Cricket World Cup

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

Scotland pipped Kenya to secure their third World Cup appearance on Thursday while United Arab Emirates (UAE) also booked their ticket for next year's marquee 50-over tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal becomes youngest BCB chief

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal becomes youngest BCB chief

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Tamim Iqbal becomes the youngest BCB chief after the board's dissolution over election irregularities, set to lead an ad-hoc committee ahead of Bangladesh's home series vs New Zealand.

Scotland, UAE book 2015 Cricket World Cup berth

Scotland, UAE book 2015 Cricket World Cup berth

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

Scotland and the United Arab Emirates secured the final two positions in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 after victories on the last day of the Super Six stage of the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier New Zealand 2014 (CWCQ), in Christchurch, on Thursday.

World Cup 2023: What You Need to Know

World Cup 2023: What You Need to Know

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

How do teams get to the semi-finals? Will there be a reserve day for the final? How much will teams get for winning each round robin game?

A sad moment in cricket: Players' body on Bangladesh T20 WC exit

A sad moment in cricket: Players' body on Bangladesh T20 WC exit

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Cricket's players' body labels Bangladesh's T20 World Cup withdrawal a sad moment, warning divisions could hurt the game's future.

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.

'India assured Bangladesh full security during T20 WC'

'India assured Bangladesh full security during T20 WC'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

India offered full security to Bangladesh cricket team: BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla

Australia arrive in Pakistan for 3-match T20I series

Australia arrive in Pakistan for 3-match T20I series

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Australia arrive in Pakistan for three-match T20I series ahead of T20 World Cup

Italy Coach Hopes T20 WC Win Sparks Cricket Boom Back Home

Italy Coach Hopes T20 WC Win Sparks Cricket Boom Back Home

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Italy coach John Davison hopes his team's maiden T20 World Cup win will grab front-page headlines back home and boost cricket's growth in the country.

Manchester City's Young to help England at T20 World Cup

Manchester City's Young to help England at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com24 May 2024

David Young, who was with England during their victorious 2019 World Cup campaign, has rejoined the side for the T20 World Cup.

World Cup: Iqbal leads Bangladesh to crucial win over Scotland

World Cup: Iqbal leads Bangladesh to crucial win over Scotland

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

The victory put all the pressure on England for their showdown with Eoin Morgan's side on March 9 in Adelaide, with Bangladesh now on five points and level with third-placed Australia, while England have two.

Women's T20 World Cup: India take on Pakistan on October 6

Women's T20 World Cup: India take on Pakistan on October 6

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Defending champions Australia are clubbed alongside India, New Zealand, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Group A.

Munsey's warning ahead of ODI World Cup Qualifier

Munsey's warning ahead of ODI World Cup Qualifier

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Batter George Munsey believes Scotland's recent exploits mean they will be seen as a force to be reckoned with at the ICC Men's World Cup Qualifier.

Pakistan could pull out of T20 WC to support Bangladesh

Pakistan could pull out of T20 WC to support Bangladesh

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Bangladesh has reportedly contacted the PCB seeking diplomatic help as they look to pile on pressure on the ICC to shift their T20 World Cup matches to Sri Lanka.

'Treat Bangladesh, Pakistan The Same As India'

'Treat Bangladesh, Pakistan The Same As India'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Former England captain Nasser Hussain slammed the International Cricket Council for its decision to exclude Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup for their refusal to play in India.

Four in a row for Menon as ICC unveils T20 WC umpires

Four in a row for Menon as ICC unveils T20 WC umpires

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Menon to officiate in his fourth T20WC, Padmanabhan to make his debut

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Italy are gearing up for their Twenty20 World Cup debut, hoping a strong showing next month will help the sport break into popular culture in a soccer-obsessed nation that does not have a natural cricket pitch.

All You Want To Know About Women's T20 World Cup 2024

All You Want To Know About Women's T20 World Cup 2024

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

With a line-up of thrilling matches and intense competition, the ICC Women's T20 World Cup is sure to captivate fans around the globe. Stay tuned for updates and highlights as the tournament unfolds. Ahead of the tournament, here's everything you need to know about the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

World Cup 2015: Know the Scotland cricket team

World Cup 2015: Know the Scotland cricket team

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

Penpix of the Scotland squad for the 2015 cricket World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

Erasmus to lead Namibia in T20 World Cup

Erasmus to lead Namibia in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com10 May 2024

All-rounder Gerhard Erasmus will lead Namibia in the upcoming T20 World Cup to be held in the Americas next month.

'Won't accept if ICC bows to pressure from BCCI': Bangladesh firm on India boycott

'Won't accept if ICC bows to pressure from BCCI': Bangladesh firm on India boycott

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Bangladesh continue to be firm on their stand that they will not travel to India for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

BCCI backs ICC stance on sportsmanship over Pak boycott

BCCI backs ICC stance on sportsmanship over Pak boycott

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla said that the BCCI completely agrees with the ICC and the Indian cricket board won't make any comments on the boycott until we speak with the ICC.

Scotland make amends, win golf World Cup

Scotland make amends, win golf World Cup

Rediff.com25 Nov 2007

Scotland's Colin Montgomerie and Marc Warren will take the World Cup back to the home of golf for the first time after beating the United States on the third hole of a sudden death playoff in Shenzhen, China on Sunday.

T20 WC: Bangladesh-BCCI tensions could end at India-Pakistan clash

T20 WC: Bangladesh-BCCI tensions could end at India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Bangladesh Cricket Board chief Aminul Islam will attend the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash in Colombo, hoping to resolve tensions with the BCCI following recent disputes.

Vijay Kumar, Indian Golf Legend, Dies At 57

Vijay Kumar, Indian Golf Legend, Dies At 57

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Veteran Indian golfer Vijay Kumar, winner of the 2002 Indian Open, has died at the age of 57 due to a heart attack in Lucknow.

'We Are With Bangladesh': Pakistan PM On Not Playing India Match

'We Are With Bangladesh': Pakistan PM On Not Playing India Match

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Pakistan's cricket team has been told by the government to skip the February 15 game in Colombo after Bangladesh were replaced by Scotland for refusing to play its games in India.

T20 WC: India will travel to Sri Lanka despite Pakistan boycott

T20 WC: India will travel to Sri Lanka despite Pakistan boycott

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Despite Pakistan deciding to boycott their group stage T20 World Cup clash against India on February 15, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) sources have said that that the Men in Blue will travel to Sri Lanka for the match as per ICC protocol and wait for the match referee to call off the match.

No boycott order yet for Pakistan Women's A vs India clash

No boycott order yet for Pakistan Women's A vs India clash

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Despite Pakistan's government boycotting the men's T20 World Cup match against India, no directive has been issued to the Pakistan Women's A team ahead of their Rising Stars Asia Cup clash with India in Bangkok.

Bangladesh Players Were Ready To Play In India, But...

Bangladesh Players Were Ready To Play In India, But...

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Bangladesh's players were keen on travelling to India to play in the upcoming T20 World Cup but they had little say during their meeting with Sports Advisor Asif Nazrul on Thursday.

Afridi, Gillespie question ICC over Bangladesh T20 WC call

Afridi, Gillespie question ICC over Bangladesh T20 WC call

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie and ex-Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi criticise the ICC for double standards after Bangladesh were replaced by Scotland in the T20 World Cup over security concerns.

T20 WC: England eye Super 8s as plucky Italy beckon

T20 WC: England eye Super 8s as plucky Italy beckon

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

England aim to seal Super Eights qualification against T20 World Cup debutants Italy at Eden Gardens, as the historic football rivalry adds spice to their Group C clash.

Bangladesh allows shooters to travel to India for Asian Championships

Bangladesh allows shooters to travel to India for Asian Championships

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh government has approved its shooters to travel to India for next month's Asian Rifle and Pistol Championships, days after refusing to send its national cricket team to the country.

ODI World Cup Qualifiers: Netherlands secure passage to India!

ODI World Cup Qualifiers: Netherlands secure passage to India!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Bas de Leede struck a superb 123 as Netherlands sealed qualification for the 50-over Cricket World Cup in India.

Road to ODI World Cup 2023 begins with qualifiers

Road to ODI World Cup 2023 begins with qualifiers

Rediff.com23 May 2023

World Cup 2023 Qualifiers: West Indies, Sri Lanka in separate groups

Sehwag blames politics for Windies' World Cup exit

Sehwag blames politics for Windies' World Cup exit

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

Not one to mince his words, Sehwag called for good man-management and an association free from politics.

Wanted to play, but this is govt's decision: BCB

Wanted to play, but this is govt's decision: BCB

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Bangladesh Cricket Board maintain they were willing to play the T20 World Cup in India but were overruled by the government, forcing their exit from the tournament.

Drained Zampa looking to rest up for World Cup after IPL withdrawal

Drained Zampa looking to rest up for World Cup after IPL withdrawal

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Australia spinner Adam Zampa said he withdrew from the Indian Premier League (IPL) because he felt drained after last year's heavy schedule and that he wanted to be rested ahead of the Twenty20 World Cup in June.

T20 World Cup: Paul Stirling to lead Ireland

T20 World Cup: Paul Stirling to lead Ireland

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Veteran opening batter Paul Stirling was on Wednesday named Ireland skipper in their 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in West Indies and USA.

ICC tells BCB to confirm T20 WC participation or...

ICC tells BCB to confirm T20 WC participation or...

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

The ICC stood firm on not changing the original schedule, in which Bangladesh is in Group C with Italy, New Zealand, the West Indies and Nepal.