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West Indies board meets for crisis talks after India legal threat

West Indies board meets for crisis talks after India legal threat

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

Just hours after the powerful Board Of Control For Cricket In India (BCCI) announced they would take legal action against the WICB and were suspending all planned tours of the Caribbean -- moves that could have a devastating financial impact on the West Indies -- officials gathered at a beachside hotel to deal with the fall-out.

India to play four ODIs in West Indies

India to play four ODIs in West Indies

Rediff.com14 May 2009

The Indian cricket team will take on the West Indies in a four-match one-day series in the Caribbean between June 26 to July 5.

Gayle and Co set to return soon for West Indies

Gayle and Co set to return soon for West Indies

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Players have been embroiled in contractual disputes with Cricket West Indies (CWI) for several years, with the team even abandoning a tour of India midway through their 2014 series over a payment structure row.

Kaneria leaves West Indies facing defeat

Kaneria leaves West Indies facing defeat

Rediff.com7 Jun 2005

Leg spinner Danish Kaneria's 4 for 36 and captain Inzamam-ul-Haq's unbeaten century brought Pakistan close to their first Test win in the West Indies in 17 years.

South African centuries grind West Indies

South African centuries grind West Indies

Rediff.com23 Apr 2005

Third Test, Day 2: Smith scored 104 and De Villiers made an undefeated 122 to anchor South Africa's total of 253 for one.

Gayle blasts West Indies to T20 series win over Australia

Gayle blasts West Indies to T20 series win over Australia

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Chris Gayle smashed 67 off 38 balls as the West Indies sealed a six-wicket win over Australia in the third Twenty20 international in St Lucia on Monday to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in their five-match series.

Why India Are The Big Favourites To Win Women's T20 World Cup!

Why India Are The Big Favourites To Win Women's T20 World Cup!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Former cricketer Reema Malhotra believes the Indian women's cricket team is a strong contender to win the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup, largely because of its strong spin bowling resources.

From Rajasthan to record books: Suthar shines on Test debut

From Rajasthan to record books: Suthar shines on Test debut

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Manav Suthar starred on Test debut with figures of 6 for 33 as India bowled out Afghanistan for 152 and enforced the follow-on. The Rajasthan spinner registered the second-best bowling figures by an Indian on Test debut.

How 'Champions' West Indies created history at Eden

How 'Champions' West Indies created history at Eden

Rediff.com3 Apr 2016

West Indies created history by becoming the first nation to win the ICC World T20 twice with a dramatic four-wicket victory against England riding on Carlos Brathwaite's magical finish at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Sunday.

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.

Press slam West Indies horror story

Press slam West Indies horror story

Rediff.com4 Apr 2004

Newspapers described West Indies' defeat by England as a crying shame and a horror story on Sunday.

West Indies have become a different side under Pollard: Rohit

West Indies have become a different side under Pollard: Rohit

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

Rohit Sharma believes that Pollard has been responsible for a transformed West Indies side in white ball format.

T20 World Cup: Fans slam Abhishek Sharma

T20 World Cup: Fans slam Abhishek Sharma

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Abhishek Sharma was shown no mercy by fans who took to X to criticise the batter for another failure at the 2026 T20 World Cup.

West Indies too strong for PNG

West Indies too strong for PNG

Rediff.com18 Feb 2004

West Indies strolled to a 152-run victory over Papua New Guinea in Khulna.

West Indies crumble to record Test loss

West Indies crumble to record Test loss

Rediff.com29 May 2007

England beat the West Indies on the fourth day of the second Test by an innings and 283 runs.

PHOTOS: Blackwood shines as West Indies beat England in first Test

PHOTOS: Blackwood shines as West Indies beat England in first Test

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

West Indies beat England by four wickets on the final day of the first international Test since the coronavirus break on Sunday, taking a 1-0 lead at the Ageas Bowl in a three-Test series thanks to a 95-run knock by Jermaine Blackwood.

Richard Pybus replaces Jonathan Trott as Afghanistan head coach

Richard Pybus replaces Jonathan Trott as Afghanistan head coach

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

England-born Richard Pybus has been appointed as the head coach of the Afghanistan cricket team, replacing Jonathan Trott.

Markram: 'No Step Is Easy' as SA Close In on Semis

Markram: 'No Step Is Easy' as SA Close In on Semis

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Aiden Markram's unbeaten 82 and a 95-run opening stand with Quinton de Kock powered South Africa to a nine-wicket win over West Indies, putting the Proteas on the brink of the T20 World Cup semi-finals.

Unstoppable duo: Kohli, Rohit set to rewrite ODI records vs West Indies

Unstoppable duo: Kohli, Rohit set to rewrite ODI records vs West Indies

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Virat is just 102 runs away from completing 13,000 runs in the one-day format.

Hinds, Lara boost West Indies reply

Hinds, Lara boost West Indies reply

Rediff.com22 Jun 2003

Sri Lanka who resumed day two on 250 for four, were bowled out for 354.

West Indies salute their legend... Shivnarine Chanderpaul

West Indies salute their legend... Shivnarine Chanderpaul

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

West Indies on Sunday paid a tribute to their legendary batsman, Shivnarine Chanderpaul. The veteran will touch the milestone of playing 150 Tests when the Caribbean side will clash with India from Wednesday to salvage a draw in the two-match series.

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: 'Win The Game, Don't Worry About Net Run Rate'

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: 'Win The Game, Don't Worry About Net Run Rate'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

India should only focus on winning their match T20 World Cup match against Zimbabwe in Chennai on Thursday without worrying about the net run rate, says former all-rounder Irfan Pathan.

How Sooryavanshi's Bold Prediction Came True In IPL 2026

How Sooryavanshi's Bold Prediction Came True In IPL 2026

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made a stunning disclosure about how a bold personal goal powered his record-breaking campaign for Rajasthan Royals.

Upbeat India take on confident West Indies

Upbeat India take on confident West Indies

Rediff.com29 Jun 2013

On a roll after their Champions Trophy triumph, the Indian cricket team would aim to continue the unbeaten run when they take on the West Indies, who would be eyeing revenge, in their opening clash of the tri-nation ODI series in Kingston on Sunday.

Lara determined to improve West Indies fortunes

Lara determined to improve West Indies fortunes

Rediff.com29 Apr 2006

The West Indies is ranked eighth in one-day as well as Test cricket.

India keep Saini as cover for series against West Indies

India keep Saini as cover for series against West Indies

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

It is believed that if Saini stays back, it will help bowling coach Bharath Arun to invest more time in the 26-year-old Karnal-lad

'Best white-ball team': Cricket greats salute India's T20 WC title win

'Best white-ball team': Cricket greats salute India's T20 WC title win

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The cricketing world hailed India after their dominant 96-run win over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final, with legends praising the team's power-packed batting and Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance.

Matthew Wade to make Test debut against West Indies

Matthew Wade to make Test debut against West Indies

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

Australia's one-day wicketkeeper Matthew Wade will make his Test debut next month following Brad Haddin's decision not to return for the series against the West Indies.

Sammy forgives critics, sees West Indies resurgence

Sammy forgives critics, sees West Indies resurgence

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Leading West Indies to their first World Cup title since 1979 gave Darren Sammy a chance to hit back at his critics but the all-rounder preferred to forgive them and talk about a possible resurgence of cricket's former superpower instead.

Heartbreak For Vaibhav Sooryavanshi As Batting Heroics Fall Short

Heartbreak For Vaibhav Sooryavanshi As Batting Heroics Fall Short

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was left heartbroken after Rajasthan Royals suffered a seven-wicket defeat against Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 match.

Cricket Buzz: Game three of West Indies-England ODI series washed out

Cricket Buzz: Game three of West Indies-England ODI series washed out

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

The third one-day international between West Indies and England was abandoned due to rain without a ball being bowled in Grenada on Monday.

India receive Rs 25 Cr as prize money for T20 World Cup triumph

India receive Rs 25 Cr as prize money for T20 World Cup triumph

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

The ICC has announced the distribution of a record USD 11.25 million prize fund following the men's T20 World Cup, with champions India receiving the largest share.

West Indies seek rare title triumph

West Indies seek rare title triumph

Rediff.com23 Sep 2006

The West Indies will seek a rare title triumph when they cross swords with Australia in the final of the cricket tri-series in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, fully aware that the brittle batting line-up needs to put up a far more inspired show.

U-19 WC: West Indies beat England via DL method

U-19 WC: West Indies beat England via DL method

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Nyeem Young was named man-of-the-match for his all-round show to help the West Indies register their second win in as many matches.

Edwards puts West Indies on course for victory

Edwards puts West Indies on course for victory

Rediff.com29 Dec 2007

Fast bowler Edwards took 2-11 as South Africa, who need 389 to win, stumbled to 45-3 at lunch on the fourth day.

BCCI requests for three Tests in West Indies

BCCI requests for three Tests in West Indies

Rediff.com7 Feb 2006

India are slated to play four Tests on tour of West Indies starting May 15.

WI recall Chanderpaul for India Tests; Brathwaite axed

WI recall Chanderpaul for India Tests; Brathwaite axed

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Alick Athanaze were recalled in the West Indies' 15-member squad for the two-Test series in India next month.

T20 World Cup: 'India Won't Reach Semis'

T20 World Cup: 'India Won't Reach Semis'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir predicts India will not reach the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup, despite their strong group stage performance.