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Fit again Cummins set to lead Australia in Adelaide

Fit again Cummins set to lead Australia in Adelaide

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Regular captain Pat Cummins was named in the Australia squad on Wednesday for the third Ashes Test against England, a strong indication that the inspirational fast bowler will see his first action of the series in Adelaide next week.

Aus get Marsh, Stoinis boost ahead of T20 World Cup

Aus get Marsh, Stoinis boost ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Should Stoinis and Marsh prove their fitness over the next couple of weeks, Finch said it was unlikely that exciting young all-rounder Cameron Green would play a part at the World Cup.

France's Pogba to miss World Cup after failing to recover from surgery

France's Pogba to miss World Cup after failing to recover from surgery

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Juve released a statement saying "in light of the recent radiological examinations... (Pogba) needs to continue his rehabilitation program."

How India Should Use Bumrah in SA T20Is

How India Should Use Bumrah in SA T20Is

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'India will have to use him carefully. If they want him to bowl three overs early, then Arshdeep Singh has to partner Bumrah in the death overs.'

Cummins reveals Australia's World Cup strategy: No rotation for bowlers!

Cummins reveals Australia's World Cup strategy: No rotation for bowlers!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Intention is to play every match, we won't be rotating bowlers unless we have to: Pat Cummins

Was always preparing for bowling 10 overs in the World Cup: Bumrah

Was always preparing for bowling 10 overs in the World Cup: Bumrah

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

After spending 11 months away from the game, a fit-again Jasprit Bumrah is back hungrier than ever and says he is ready to bowl long spells for India in the Asia Cup and subsequent ODI World Cup at home.

Boxing Worlds: Jaismine, Nupur assured of medal

Boxing Worlds: Jaismine, Nupur assured of medal

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Jaismine, Nupur assure India medals at World Boxing Championships; Nikhat bows out

How Pakistan, England are preparing for T20 World Cup

How Pakistan, England are preparing for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

England and Pakistan to use T20 series to gauge World Cup readiness

Mitchell Starc opens up on retirement

Mitchell Starc opens up on retirement

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'As I said, while you're contributing, or while you're in the best group of players, why do you have to put a cap on a guy or a girl, if you're a certain age?'

India chase rhythm vs Bangladesh before big Aussie test

India chase rhythm vs Bangladesh before big Aussie test

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

India will have a final opportunity to check their game in pressure situation when they face Bangladesh in Navi Mumbai on Sunday in what would be a dress rehearsal ahead of the marquee Women's World Cup semifinals against Australia next Wednesday.

Denmark's Kvist ruled out of World Cup with rib injury

Denmark's Kvist ruled out of World Cup with rib injury

Rediff.com17 Jun 2018

Denmark midfielder William Kvist will miss the rest of the World Cup after sustaining suspected fractured ribs in his side's 1-0 win over Peru, the Danish FA said on Sunday.

ICC World Cup PIX: India beat Bangladesh, continue winning run

ICC World Cup PIX: India beat Bangladesh, continue winning run

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Images from the ICC Men's ODI World Cup match between India and Bangladesh at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on Thursday, October 19.

Can Germany defend World Cup title?

Can Germany defend World Cup title?

Rediff.com24 May 2018

The Germans have lost just once in 23 games since their Euro 2016 semi-final defeat, cruising through the qualifiers with 10 wins in 10 matches.

Jitesh Reveals Why India Trusts Him Over Samson

Jitesh Reveals Why India Trusts Him Over Samson

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Jitesh Sharma, who has emerged as India's preferred wicketkeeper-batter in T20 format with less than two months left for the World Cup, has played down his 'competition' with Sanju Samson in the squad, saying it only brings out his "A-game" to the fore, strengthening the side.

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Doubles is not a sideshow: Yuki Bhambri on re-invention and right support

India look to regroup vs SA as focus shifts to white ball

India look to regroup vs SA as focus shifts to white ball

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

The focus is to bring momentum back into the Indian dressing room: Morne Morkel

'Rohit's a leader and I expect him to captain India till the T20 World Cup'

'Rohit's a leader and I expect him to captain India till the T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Impressed with his captaincy at the ODI World Cup, former captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday threw his weight behind Rohit Sharma, saying he should lead India at least till the T20 World Cup in June next year.

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Japan secure vital wins

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Japan secure vital wins

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Spain and Japan have six points and will play each other on Monday for top spot in the group

Why India decided against risking Bumrah for T20 World Cup

Why India decided against risking Bumrah for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

The Indian team could not have risked playing star pacer Jasprit Bumrah in the T20 World Cup with a dodgy back while his replacement Mohammad Shami is on his way to full recovery from COVID-19, said captain Rohit Sharma.

France coach ready to counter Messi in World Cup final

France coach ready to counter Messi in World Cup final

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

France will be bidding to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to retain the title.

Great to have a superstar like him in the World Cup: Buttler

Great to have a superstar like him in the World Cup: Buttler

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

England white-ball skipper Jos Buttler lauded "superstar" Ben Stokes following his decision to come out of ODI retirement.

How SKY got back in shape for T20 World Cup!

How SKY got back in shape for T20 World Cup!

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Suryakumar Yadav is looking leaner and fitter than ever since his comeback to competitive cricket.

Rodri to miss City's Villarreal, Villa games

Rodri to miss City's Villarreal, Villa games

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

City travel to Rodri's former club Villarreal on Tuesday in the Champions League before facing Villa in the Premier League on Sunday.

From Injury To Glory! Shami's Dream Run

From Injury To Glory! Shami's Dream Run

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Surpassed Zaheer Khan to become India's highest wicket-taker in ICC ODI tournaments with 60 scalps, including 55 in World Cups.

You cannot win World Cups all the time; but batters need to perform: Ganguly

You cannot win World Cups all the time; but batters need to perform: Ganguly

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

A global title may be eluding India for a decade now, but former captain Sourav Ganguly said on Thursday that there is no need to press panic button while placing the onus on batters to win the World Cup at home.

How World Cup achievers Morocco can galvanise African football

How World Cup achievers Morocco can galvanise African football

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

Morocco change the mood for African football with exploits in Qatar

Champions League: Galatasaray down Juventus in a thriller; PSG edge Monaco

Champions League: Galatasaray down Juventus in a thriller; PSG edge Monaco

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Galatasaray struck twice in extra time to end 10-man Juventus' brave fightback and reach the Champions League's last 16, progressing with a 7-5 aggregate victory.

ODI World Cup: Ashwin, Prasad picks youngster as India's potential X-factor

ODI World Cup: Ashwin, Prasad picks youngster as India's potential X-factor

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

R Ashwin has urged selectors and team management to show faith in Tilak Varma and include the left-hander in the World Cup squad.

Pant or Rahul? India face ODI captaincy conundrum

Pant or Rahul? India face ODI captaincy conundrum

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Gill may miss ODI series due to unhealed neck injury; Rahul, Pant in line for ODI captaincy

'He Got a Raw Deal': Samson Snub Sparks Debate

'He Got a Raw Deal': Samson Snub Sparks Debate

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Sanju Samson's T20I future took another hit on Tuesday as India benched him yet again, favouring the finishing skills of Jitesh Sharma in a team that now appears fully committed to its Shubman Gill-led blueprint.

Kohli perfect for No. 4 for World Cup: De Villiers

Kohli perfect for No. 4 for World Cup: De Villiers

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Virat Kohli would be the perfect answer for India's No. 4 conundrum at the World Cup, said AB de Villiers.

Eager to be play in the T20 World Cup, Boult returns for Aus series

Eager to be play in the T20 World Cup, Boult returns for Aus series

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Trent Boult was named in the New Zealand squad for part of the upcoming Twenty20 series against Australia on Wednesday, indicating that the veteran fast bowler is still in the frame for the World Cup in June.

Injured Lewandowski doubtful for El Clasico

Injured Lewandowski doubtful for El Clasico

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has suffered a torn thigh muscle, the club said on Tuesday, with the Poland captain facing a spell on the sidelines that could rule him out of next week's LaLiga clash against Real Madrid.

All ten skippers take centrestage in Ahmedabad to kick off World Cup 2023

All ten skippers take centrestage in Ahmedabad to kick off World Cup 2023

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 stage is set as all 10 captains gathered on Wednesday at the world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad on the eve of the biggest Cricket World Cup ever.

Women's World Cup PIX: Australia makes history; England reach semis

Women's World Cup PIX: Australia makes history; England reach semis

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

Australia beat France 7-6 in a dramatic penalty shootout to reach the last four of the Women's World Cup for the first time.

Chirag-Satwiksairaj, Sen shine in 2025; Sindhu struggles

Chirag-Satwiksairaj, Sen shine in 2025; Sindhu struggles

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Lakshya Sen's title win, a World Championships medal from Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty offered hope amidst a difficult 2025 for Indian badminton.

FIFA Women's World Cup PIX: Nigeria stun Australia

FIFA Women's World Cup PIX: Nigeria stun Australia

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Nigeria produced the first major shock of the Women's World Cup as they stunned Australia 3-2.

The new trio that can lead India's World Cup charge

The new trio that can lead India's World Cup charge

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Sourav Ganguly backs Tilak Varma to be India's No 4 if Shreyas Iyer unavailable

Kranti Goud, India's Latest Bowling Sensation

Kranti Goud, India's Latest Bowling Sensation

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

On Sunday, Goud repaid the faith shown in her with a telling spell of 3 for 20, that included three maidens, to derail Pakistan's chase of 247.

WC qualifiers: Haaland hat-trick amidst chaotic protests

WC qualifiers: Haaland hat-trick amidst chaotic protests

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Norway secured a commanding 5-0 win at home to Israel in a World Cup qualifier on Saturday, as Erling Haaland struck a hat-trick to celebrate his 50th international goal and helped move his side to the brink of a place at next year's tournament.