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WC PHOTOS: India thrash Sri Lanka by 302 runs, qualify for semi-finals

WC PHOTOS: India thrash Sri Lanka by 302 runs, qualify for semi-finals

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

IMAGES from the World Cup match between India and Sri Lanka played at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on Thursday

Feel responsible to bring back England to where it has been: Buttler

Feel responsible to bring back England to where it has been: Buttler

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Ahead of England's first ODI against West Indies, England skipper Jos Buttler said that there is a lot of exciting new talent in the team and he will personally take the responsibility to bring back the Three Lions to the previous days of glory.

FIFA WC: Moriyasu to erase Jap pain from last WC

FIFA WC: Moriyasu to erase Jap pain from last WC

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

But their inability to close out the game proved costly, allowing Belgium to claw their way back into contention with two goals in five minutes before Nacer Chadli's injury-time winner capped the most thrilling game of the 2018 finals.

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

FIFA Women's WC: Japan crush Spain; Nigeria in knockouts

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Hinata Miyazawa scored twice as former champions Japan put on a counter-attacking clinic to beat Spain 4-0 and lock up top spot in Group C at the Women's World Cup on Monday.

Must-win battle: India's WC preparations hinge on decider

Must-win battle: India's WC preparations hinge on decider

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

India hope their experiments work in series decider against West Indies

If India does not come for Asia Cup, Pakistan will not go for 2023 WC: Ramiz

If India does not come for Asia Cup, Pakistan will not go for 2023 WC: Ramiz

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

After Shah's statement about holding Asia Cup at a neutral venue, PCB issued a statement saying, "The overall impact of such statements has the potential to split the Asian and international cricketing communities and can impact Pakistan's visit to India for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 and future ICC Events in India in the 2024-2031 cycle."

ISSF WC: India's Darshna third in qualification

ISSF WC: India's Darshna third in qualification

Rediff.com22 May 2023

In men's skeet, all shooters were unable to complete three rounds and Mairaj Ahmad Khan was one of them. He was lying 12th among contenders while still having 19 shots of his third round left.

WI CEO slams ICC for sabotaging cricket in Caribbean

WI CEO slams ICC for sabotaging cricket in Caribbean

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Talking on the Wisden Cricket Monthly Podcast, Grave said that he is sick of the phrase that the 'world cricket needs a strong West Indies' team', especially when it is doing all it can to weaken it.

Women's WC PIX: Italy stun Argentina; Germany crush Morocco

Women's WC PIX: Italy stun Argentina; Germany crush Morocco

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Veteran striker Girelli, 33, replaced 16-year-old midfielder Giulia Dragoni in the 83rd minute and needed only four minutes to make an impact

WC Chess: Praggnanandhaa draws Nakamura in Game 1 of semis

WC Chess: Praggnanandhaa draws Nakamura in Game 1 of semis

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

By becoming only the second Indian after legendary Vishwanathan Anand to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup, Praggnanandhaa booked a spot in the Candidates event in 2024 to determine the challenger to Ding Liren.

SWOT: Sri Lanka have an overflowing cup of worries ahead of WC

SWOT: Sri Lanka have an overflowing cup of worries ahead of WC

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Lanka's entry into the 2023 World Cup is marked with injuries, modest form of players and rumours of the team getting a new captain that was put to rest at the last minute.

WC: Buttler's England will look stop hosts India, others and do encore

WC: Buttler's England will look stop hosts India, others and do encore

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

The 10-team tournament will be played across 10 venues culminating in the November 19 final at the 132,000-capacity Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Neesham ready for 'one last crack' at WC after 2019 heartbreak

Neesham ready for 'one last crack' at WC after 2019 heartbreak

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Neesham said there was no awkwardness from contracted team mates about he and Boult's place in the New Zealand set-up.

Women's WC: Spain crush Costa Rica in group opener

Women's WC: Spain crush Costa Rica in group opener

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Spain began their Women's World Cup campaign in scintillating fashion by beating Costa Rica

T20 WC: Drop in pitches to be used for US games, fan infrastructure rented from Las Vegas F1

T20 WC: Drop in pitches to be used for US games, fan infrastructure rented from Las Vegas F1

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Temporary drop-in pitches prepared by Adelaide Oval curator Damian Hough will be used for the upcoming T20 World Cup games in the USA with the ICC building a temporary seating gallery of 34,000 capacity for the marquee game between India and Pakistan in New York on June 9.

Shreyas Iyer settles middle-order debate ahead of WC with timely hundred

Shreyas Iyer settles middle-order debate ahead of WC with timely hundred

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

The 28-year-old has had to deal with his share of injuries since making his international debut back in 2017.

NZ's WC Boost: Boult returns despite contract snub

NZ's WC Boost: Boult returns despite contract snub

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

"He has indicated he's available for the World Cup," Stead told reporters.

They bring a lot of experience: Lara backs Virat, Rohit to play 2024 T20 WC

They bring a lot of experience: Lara backs Virat, Rohit to play 2024 T20 WC

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Former West Indies skipper Brian Lara on Sunday backed Indian stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to play ICC T20 World Cup to be held next year in the West Indies and USA, saying that the duo has a lot of experience of Caribbean conditions.

We have never lacked belief: SA pacer Kagiso Rabada

We have never lacked belief: SA pacer Kagiso Rabada

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada believes Proteas have all the strength to shake the 'chokers' tag and get their hands on the coveted ICC Men's Cricket World Cup trophy for the first time.

Holder, Joseph to return home early from WC Qualifier

Holder, Joseph to return home early from WC Qualifier

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Lead men's team selector Desmond Haynes said Holder and Joseph are key players for the West Indies and the decision was taken in the best interest of the side.

It is best to temper our expectations: Wassan on India's WC chances

It is best to temper our expectations: Wassan on India's WC chances

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

He added that he was in agreement with head coach Rahul Dravid's tactic of employing new ball bowlers, who are best suited to red-ball or Test format, in 50-over cricket as they would extract more movement and swing from the white ball in the early overs.

Hardik hoping to carry more bowling workload ahead of WC

Hardik hoping to carry more bowling workload ahead of WC

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Pandya said going into the third and final game on Tuesday, with the series tied at 1-1, would be more challenging and exciting.

PIX: India's WC batting aspirants flop as WI level series

PIX: India's WC batting aspirants flop as WI level series

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Images from the second One-day International between West Indies and India at Kensington Oval, Barbados, on Saturday.

Indian origin Maharaj aims to do something special for SA in WC

Indian origin Maharaj aims to do something special for SA in WC

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

'The 50-over format is very hard on the body but that's something I wanted to experience. I always like to challenge myself.'

ODI WC: Pakistan to send security delegation to India

ODI WC: Pakistan to send security delegation to India

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

'The PCB will share the report with the ICC and BCCI if the delegation has any concerns.'

Punjab minister slams BCCI: Why exclude Mohali from WC?

Punjab minister slams BCCI: Why exclude Mohali from WC?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

What is criteria of excluding Mohali from list of World Cup venues? Punjab sports minister writes to Binny and Shah

Women's WC PIX: Argentina, SA hopes dented by thrilling draw

Women's WC PIX: Argentina, SA hopes dented by thrilling draw

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Argentina and South Africa settled for an exciting 2-2 draw in their Women's World Cup Group G clash at Dunedin Stadium

Papua New Guinea's incredible journey to T20 WC spot

Papua New Guinea's incredible journey to T20 WC spot

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Papua New Guinea seals ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 berth

Major centres stunned as ODI WC ignites venue controversy

Major centres stunned as ODI WC ignites venue controversy

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Officials 'disappointed' as major cricket centres miss out on staging ODI World Cup games

WC qualifiers: Lanka top group with win over Scotland

WC qualifiers: Lanka top group with win over Scotland

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Sri Lanka were made to work hard for an 82-run win over Scotland to top Group B

Dhoni instrumental in Dube's impactful comeback

Dhoni instrumental in Dube's impactful comeback

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

'When I came to bat, I wanted to implement what I have learnt from MS Dhoni about finishing games. I keep speaking to Mahi bhai. He tells me about how to tackle different situations.'

PCB includes Imran but shoddy WC tribute video panned by fans

PCB includes Imran but shoddy WC tribute video panned by fans

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Pakistan's former captain Rashid Latif said the PCB explanation was hard to digest because the tribute video was modified after nearly 48 hours.

FIFA Women's WC: England break Aus hearts to storm into final

FIFA Women's WC: England break Aus hearts to storm into final

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

'This is the one thing I've always wanted, to make finals at a World Cup and after two times of getting huge disappointment, honestly I can't believe it.'

Sachin Tendulkar turns 51: Throwback to his glorious performances at ICC events

Sachin Tendulkar turns 51: Throwback to his glorious performances at ICC events

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

After hitting runs all over the ground throughout a two-decade glorious career filled up with many centuries and fifties, legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, widely regarded as the greatest batter after Sir Don Bradman, turned 51 on Wednesday.

Have selectors missed a trick in picking the best squad for WC?

Have selectors missed a trick in picking the best squad for WC?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

These two guys could have been very handy in the World Cup, especially in conditions where they know what to do and how to take wickets. So, I believe these two guys, simply in India, have missed it, former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh on Thursday

Big blow for NZ! Williamson ruled out for next three WC games, including India

Big blow for NZ! Williamson ruled out for next three WC games, including India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Skipper Kane Williamson was on Saturday ruled out of New Zealand's next three World Cup matches, including the India game.

The all-rounder who will rule the World Cup!

The all-rounder who will rule the World Cup!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Hardik gives balance to the team, vital for India in World Cup: Sanjay Bangar

Rahul-Kishan to fight for spot in the Playing XIs at WC

Rahul-Kishan to fight for spot in the Playing XIs at WC

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan have both been named in India's World Cup squad and India's chief selector Ajit Agarkar said having two excellent wicketkeeper batters will only serve the squad well.

Abhishek Verma strikes gold, adds to India's WC tally

Abhishek Verma strikes gold, adds to India's WC tally

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Abhishek Verma added a gold medal to India's tally by clinching the top prize in the men's compound individual final

How Afghanistan plans to put pressure on Indian batters

How Afghanistan plans to put pressure on Indian batters

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott said his bowlers will have to put pressure on Indian batters in the middle-overs for them to be competitive against the home side in the third and final T20I in Bengaluru on Wednesday.