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England storm to T20 series win over West Indies!

England storm to T20 series win over West Indies!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

England stormed to the T20 series victory over West Indies with two matches to spare in St Lucia on Thursday after a nervy final-over three wicket win in the third T20 International.

Jaiswal's controversial run-out vs Sri Lanka sparks debate

Jaiswal's controversial run-out vs Sri Lanka sparks debate

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Yashasvi Jaiswal was unfortunately run out for 32 on Day 1 of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle after a bizarre mix-up with KL Rahul and a collision with debutant bowler Keshara Nuwantha.

West Indies rout England in rain-hit first ODI

West Indies rout England in rain-hit first ODI

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Evin Lewis stroked 94 West Indies cruised to an eight-wicket victory over an experimental England side in the rain-affected first ODI.

Gibson calls for West Indies unity

Gibson calls for West Indies unity

Rediff.com3 Feb 2010

Harmony on and off the pitch is vital if West Indies cricket is to have a chance of reviving past glories, new head coach Ottis Gibson said on Wednesday.

Preity Zinta, Cricket And The West Indies...

Preity Zinta, Cricket And The West Indies...

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

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Bangladesh Cricket Board's tender signals revival of cricket ties with India

Bangladesh Cricket Board's tender signals revival of cricket ties with India

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

India and Bangladesh are seemingly moving closer to resuming bilateral cricket ties, with a six-match white-ball series in September now appearing likely after a gap of nearly a year in scheduled meetings between the two sides.

Sonal Dinusha's golden run: Sri Lanka batter joins Sangakkara in elite club

Sonal Dinusha's golden run: Sri Lanka batter joins Sangakkara in elite club

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Sri Lankan batter Sonal Dinusha has made history by smashing his fourth successive fifty-plus score against India in the ongoing Test series, joining an elite group of cricketing legends.

Major League Cricket sees just one Pakistani player as PCB introduces NOC fee

Major League Cricket sees just one Pakistani player as PCB introduces NOC fee

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

A recent policy decision by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to demand a $25,000 fee for players' No Objection Certificates (NOCs) left Haris Rauf -- signed by the San Francisco Unicorns -- as the country's sole representative in the USA's Major League Cricket (MLC) this year.

Beyond soccer... Cricket finds a home in Houston

Beyond soccer... Cricket finds a home in Houston

Rediff.com28 Jun 2026

World Cup fever has gripped Houston, but across the city the unmistakable sound of leather ball on willow bat can be heard as baseball mounds give way to cricket pitches and the gentleman's game begins to take hold in Texas.

Irfan Pathan's Make-Up Man Drowns In West Indies

Irfan Pathan's Make-Up Man Drowns In West Indies

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

It is learnt that Faiyaz Ansari drowned in the swimming pool of the hotel on June 21.

Gibson appointed West Indies coach

Gibson appointed West Indies coach

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

Former right-arm pacer Ottis Gibson will take over as West Indies coach for the home series against Zimbabwe starting with the Twenty20 match on February 28 in Port of Spain.

West Indies pacer Taylor announces retirement from Test cricket

West Indies pacer Taylor announces retirement from Test cricket

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

West Indies pacer Jerome Taylor has bade adieu to Test cricket after a 13-year long international career but will be available for selection in the shorter format of the game.

Gayle named West Indies skipper

Gayle named West Indies skipper

Rediff.com6 Mar 2008

Jamaican Chris Gayle has been appointed captain of West Indies for the forthcoming series against Sri Lanka.

West Indies players to wear 'Black Lives Matter' logo

West Indies players to wear 'Black Lives Matter' logo

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

West Indies players will wear 'Black Lives Matter' emblem on the collars of their shirts during the upcoming Test series against England to show solidarity and help raise awareness regarding equality.

Will BCCI cut off cricketing ties with West Indies?

Will BCCI cut off cricketing ties with West Indies?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's all-powerful Working Committee will meet in Hyderabad on Tuesday to decide on whether to impose a freeze on future West Indies tour and claim damages in the wake of the unprecedented move by the Caribbean team to pull out of the remainder of India tour because of the pay dispute with the Board.

We don't ask for luxury, Hardik slams West Indies board

We don't ask for luxury, Hardik slams West Indies board

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Hardik Pandya rued the lack of basic facilities during their stay in Trinidad

Cricket Doesn't Respect Reputation; It Respects Courage

Cricket Doesn't Respect Reputation; It Respects Courage

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

This is not just a historic series sweep for Ireland, but for world cricket itself. To beat India, which hasn't been beaten in 16 series over three years, is truly remarkable.

15-Year-Old Sooryavanshi's ICC Ranking Will Shock You

15-Year-Old Sooryavanshi's ICC Ranking Will Shock You

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Rising sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made a significant jump in the latest ICC Men's T20I Batting Rankings, climbing 230 places to 48th after an impressive Player of the Series performance against Zimbabwe. India teammate Ishan Kishan leads the T20I batting rankings with a career-best 910 points, the third-highest rating ever recorded.

Ajinkya Rahane's retirement sparks heartfelt tributes from India's cricket stars

Ajinkya Rahane's retirement sparks heartfelt tributes from India's cricket stars

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

Ajinkya Rahane's retirement from international cricket drew tributes from the cricket fraternity, including Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Suryakumar Yadav and KL Rahul, who praised his contribution to Indian cricket and wished him success for the future.

Two West Indies women cricketers collapse on field

Two West Indies women cricketers collapse on field

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

Two West Indies women cricketers -- Chinelle Henry and Chedean Nation -- collapsed briefly on the field in two separate incidents during the second T20 International against Pakistan here and taken to hospital where they were "stable".

Lamichhane to join Nepal World Cup squad in West Indies

Lamichhane to join Nepal World Cup squad in West Indies

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Nepal lost their Group D opener against the Netherlands in Dallas and next play Sri Lanka at Lauderhill, Florida on June 11 before moving to Kingstown.

Joe Root's Headingley fifty brings him level with Sachin Tendulkar's Test record

Joe Root's Headingley fifty brings him level with Sachin Tendulkar's Test record

Rediff.com6 days ago

Joe Root equalled Sachin Tendulkar's record of 68 Test fifties against Pakistan, adding another milestone to his remarkable career while returning as England captain.

ICC To Assess Impact Of Franchise Cricket On International Calendar

ICC To Assess Impact Of Franchise Cricket On International Calendar

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The ICC board has formed a committee to assess the impact of the growing franchise cricket leagues on the international cricket calendar, aiming to strike a balance and prevent disruption.

Hope springs afresh in West Indies

Hope springs afresh in West Indies

Rediff.com20 Feb 2007

The West Indies have a chance to become the first host nation to win the World Cup.

Gambhir's Big Survival Test In Sri Lanka

Gambhir's Big Survival Test In Sri Lanka

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Already, the knives are out for Gautam Gambhir because of his poor record as coach in Test matches, and a potential defeat in Sri Lanka could prove to be the killer blow.

ICC, UNICEF unite for special Lord's World Cup match 26

ICC, UNICEF unite for special Lord's World Cup match 26

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

The International Cricket Council, UNICEF UK, and England and Wales Cricket Board are collaborating to host a special matchday takeover at Lord's during the Women's T20 World Cup 2026. The event, featuring England vs West Indies, aims to raise 100,000 for UNICEF's global children's projects and will include actor Nabhaan Rizwan and former pacer Isa Guha.

Can India go all the way in Women's T20 World Cup?

Can India go all the way in Women's T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Hussain stuck his neck out and suggested six-time champions Australia, tournament hosts England, reigning ICC Women's Cricket World Cup winners India and reigning title holders New Zealand would be the four teams most likely to reach the knockout stages.

Disputing West Indies parties make peace

Disputing West Indies parties make peace

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

The bitter dispute between West Indies players and officials, which led to a strike by senior players, has come to an end, according to a joint statement by the two parties released on Tuesday. Although the two bodies said that issues relating to the one-day series with India earlier this year would still be referred to arbitration, they intend to begin talks on a long term deal to cover future tours.

South Africa collapse as West Indies seal T20I series

South Africa collapse as West Indies seal T20I series

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

West Indies won the second T20I by 30 runs on Sunday to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

Confident India target first overseas Test series win in three years vs Sri Lanka

Confident India target first overseas Test series win in three years vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com5 days ago

India is poised to secure its first overseas Test series victory in three years as they face Sri Lanka in the second and final match, with skipper Shubman Gill and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal under pressure to deliver substantial knocks.

'West Indies aiming for final despite top-order woes'

'West Indies aiming for final despite top-order woes'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Rutherford played down that aforesaid brittleness through the West Indian top and middle-order, saying it's up to every player to stand up and deliver when it matters.

Fresh blow for West Indies

Fresh blow for West Indies

Rediff.com25 Mar 2005

West Indies were further depleted when Jerome Taylor was declared unfit for the first Test against South Africa.

Green pitch... India's bold plan for West Indies Tests revealed

Green pitch... India's bold plan for West Indies Tests revealed

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

India Test captain Shubman Gill indicated that the team is moving away from its preference for rank turners in home Test matches.

West Indies board ask Gayle to retract criticism

West Indies board ask Gayle to retract criticism

Rediff.com20 Oct 2011

West Indies batting stalwart Chris Gayle was, on Thursday, told to take back his bitter criticism of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB), if he wanted to bring back his days of glory and boost his international career, according to AFP.

West Indies manager Skerritt resigns

West Indies manager Skerritt resigns

Rediff.com23 Mar 2004

Jos Buttler tips Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to break his record for most T20 runs

Jos Buttler tips Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to break his record for most T20 runs

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

Jos Buttler goes past Kieron Pollard to become the highest run-getter T20s during the Men's Hundred match between Manchester Super Giants' (MSG) match against Welsh Fire.

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Why Indian Cricket Will Never Forget Ajinkya Rahane

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Ajinkya Rahane, known as 'Jinx', has retired from international cricket at 38, leaving behind a legacy of quiet resolve, exceptional captaincy, and crucial innings that often came when India needed them most.

Golf Day: Windies cricketers tee off with legends

Golf Day: Windies cricketers tee off with legends

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Organised by TCM Sports, Cricket West Indies' long-term strategic partner, the the Golf Day brought together cricketing legends, global business leaders, and sporting icons on one stage, marking a celebration of West Indies cricket in the company of some of the formidable forces of the game such as Sir Vivian Richards, Brian Lara, and Sir Richie Richardson.

Worried sponsors pile pressure on West Indies

Worried sponsors pile pressure on West Indies

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB), reeling from the fallout from the team's withdrawal from the tour of India, is facing fresh pressure from its worried commercial and broadcast partners.

T20 WC: West Indies thrash Bangladesh by 8 wickets

T20 WC: West Indies thrash Bangladesh by 8 wickets

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Captain Nigar Sultana top-scored for Bangladesh with a 44-ball 39 but she did not get enough support from her batting colleagues.