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Tue, Mar 12, 2024
Is Mitch Marsh the right man to lead Australia?

Andrew McDonald backs Mitch Marsh for Australian captaincy

Kohli not a certainty for T20 World Cup?

Kohli will lead RCB in the IPL next week and it will be his only chance to...

Sun, Mar 3, 2024
Dhruv Jurel: The next big thing for T20 World Cup?

Gavaskar, impressed by Jurel's approach and situational awareness, made...

Sat, Mar 2, 2024
Rinku, Jaiswal Key At T20 World Cup

''When you have quality players like Rohit and Virat, you just can't question...

Mon, Feb 26, 2024
T20 WC: Australia left with happy selection headache

Stand-in skipper Matthew Wade has lauded the depth of Australia's T20 team...

Sat, Feb 24, 2024
T20 WC: Pakistan cricket set for a complete rejig?

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), led by new chairman Mohsin Naqvi, is...

Mon, Feb 19, 2024
World Cup Loss And Ishan Kishan's Absence

'It is a long road, but the hunger to play cricket is back, and he wants to...

Thu, Feb 15, 2024
Dravid to remain India's coach till T20 World Cup

Rahul Dravid's contract ended after the ODI World Cup final last year, but he...

Wed, Feb 14, 2024
Hardik who? Rohit to lead India in T20 World Cup 2024

Rohit Sharma to captain India in this year's T20 World Cup

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

Trent Boult was named in the New Zealand squad for part of the upcoming...

Mon, Feb 12, 2024
U-19 World Cup: The young stars who made India proud!

Uday Saharan's India won hearts and held out promise of a bright future for...

Sun, Feb 11, 2024
PIX: Australia hand India another final heartbreak

A dominant Australian side produced a superb all-round performance to secure...

Aus captain spills the tactics that crushed India

Weibgen also heaped praise on Harjas Singh, who top-scored for Australia with...

PHOTOS: Australia are new U19 World Cup Champions

IMAGES from the Under-19 World Cup final between India and Australia in...

What is common between Gill, Jaiswal and Maphaka?

The future looks bright for Maphaka as he joins the elite list of cricketing...

Sat, Feb 10, 2024
U19 WC Final: Keep it simple, says coach Kanitkar

India head coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar has urged his team to be natural and...

U19 WC Final: Head-to-head battles to watch out for

The stage is set for another blockbuster India vs Australia ICC final. The...

Stage set for another India vs Australia ICC Final!

Just like in last year's ICC World Test Championship Final and the ICC Men's...

Australia's Road to U19 World Cup final!

India and Australia will battle it out for supremacy in the ICC U19 Men's...

Spinners will play key role in T20 World Cup: Maharaj

South Africa's premier left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj is confident that slow...

U-19 Final: India's youth aim for World Cup glory

Led by Saharan, who is leading the batting charts with 389 runs, the team's...

Fri, Feb 9, 2024
India vs Aus: Who will seize U19 World Cup glory?

The stage is set for an intense battle between the unbeaten teams, showcasing...

Thu, Feb 8, 2024
U19 WC: Aus edge out Pakistan; to meet India in final

Tom Straker's six-wicket haul and Harry Dixon's fifty inspired Australia to a...

'Bumrah the most complete bowler in the world'

Jasprit Bumrah is the most complete bowler in international cricket, said...

Sharan reveals the secret behind India's dominant run

The camaraderie in the dressing room has played a significant role in Indian...

'Performance in IPL important for T20 WC selection'

Veteran coach Tom Moody on Thursday said the players' performance in...

Wed, Feb 7, 2024
Cool head, sound technique are Uday Saharan's USP

Uday Saharan plays copybook, conventional cricket, his style which has so far...

Kwena Maphaka Scripts History

Proteas pacer Kwena Maphaka re-wrote the history books after South Africa's...

Sachin Dhas: The prodigy who defied all odds

Living up to name: Beed's Little Sachin Dhas lives his father's dream

'What a win from being 32 for 4'

Sourav Ganguly, Gautam Gambhir, and Irfan Pathan took to social media to...

Tue, Feb 6, 2024
'We don't let the morale get low in the dressing room'

Captain Uday Saharan said winning a close match against South Africa in the...

U-19 World Cup: India down SA; enter 9th final

Half-centuries from captain Uday Saharan and Sachin Dhas steered India to...

PIX: No stopping India at Under-19 World Cup!

India edged South Africa by two wickets to advance to their ninth Under-19...

U-19 World Cup star Pandey the next Ravindra Jadeja?

India's U-19 World Cup star all-rounder Saumy Kumar Pandey possesses a...

Mon, Feb 5, 2024
'India to break World Cup drought soon'

Kirsten said it is not improbable if India can figure a way to make things...

Fri, Feb 2, 2024
U19 stars shine: Dhas, Saharan power India into semis

Dhas (116, 101 balls) and Saharan (100, 107 balls), who added 215 off 202...

Wed, Jan 31, 2024
U19 WC: Australia blank England; SA, Bangladesh win

Australia blanked England while South Africa and Bangladesh showed their...

Sun, Jan 28, 2024
U19 WC: Arshin, Tiwari power India to crushing win

Arshin Kulkarni slammed a stroke-filled century before pacer Naman Tiwari's...

T20 World Cup: Can a fully-fit Chahar make a comeback?

A challenging phase on personal front behind him, which sidelined him for a...

Sat, Jan 27, 2024
U-19 World Cup: Unbeaten India take on struggling USA

Having already sealed a super six berth, record five-time champions India...

Mon, Jan 22, 2024
U-19 World Cup: Australia survive Namibia scare

Australia edged Namibia by four wickets in a low-scoring match at the...

Sun, Jan 21, 2024
Tempers flare in U-19 WC Opener - Ind vs Bangladesh

Commentators swiftly reminded viewers of the heated final between the two...

Sat, Jan 20, 2024
New York Stadium Which Will Host India-Pak Game

The 34,000-seat Nassau County international cricket stadium in New York is...

Fri, Jan 19, 2024
T20 WC: India's keeper slot still up for grabs

Ishan and KL have better returns than Samson and Jitesh though their slow...

U-19 World Cup: India eye winning start vs Bangladesh

Having won their first trophy in 2002 under Mohammad Kaif, Indian teams have...

India's Fab 5 set to shine in U19 World Cup

Keep an eye on these five players during the tournament.

Thu, Jan 18, 2024
Can't keep everyone happy: Rohit

'I had not played for one year, so I discussed ideas with Rahul bhai....

Wed, Jan 17, 2024
Will Archer recover in time for T20 World Cup?

Jofra Archer has been plagued by injuries for the last three years.

Mon, Jan 15, 2024
'Jaiswal is going for T20 World Cup'

'The way he is batting, you will feel it would be unfair if you do not take...

Should Rohit-Kohli Open In T20 World Cup?

'In New York or the West Indies, the pitches will be such that there will be...

Sat, Jan 13, 2024
How Shivam Dube sees IPL as gateway to T20 WC

Shivam Dube on Saturday said that the IPL will play a vital role in the...

'Tough not having any Pakistan support in Ahmedabad'

Mickey Arthur, Pakistan's former Team Director, admitted that the ODI World...

Fri, Jan 12, 2024
South Africa strip Teeger of U-19 World Cup captaincy

David Teeger spoke in support of Israeli soldiers at an awards ceremony in...

Shivam Dube Is Now In T20 World Cup Mix

'Playing after a long time and batting at No. 4 was a bit of pressure for me,...

Wed, Jan 10, 2024
ICC U19 WC: Two Indians in match officials' roster

The ICC on Wednesday announced the line-up of match officials for the...

Tue, Jan 9, 2024
T20 WC: David Miller picks ideal batting position

South Africa batter David Miller picked his preferred spot in the Proteas T20...

Mon, Jan 8, 2024
Du Plessis keeping options open ahead of T20 World Cup

As much as Faf du Plessis finds MS Dhoni's leadership inspirational but when...

Will including Rohit, Kohli cost India another WC?

The selectors have clearly gone for the status quo rather than addressing the...

Sun, Jan 7, 2024
Rohit, Kohli should be picked for T20 WC: Ganguly

Sourav Ganguly said senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli should be...

Sat, Jan 6, 2024
Gavaskar backs Rohit, Kohli to play T20 World Cup

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar has backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to play...

The 2024 T20 World Cup Schedule

T20 World Cup Schedule

Fri, Jan 5, 2024
ICC T20 WC: India-Pak to lock horns on June 9

Hosts USA will face Canada in the opening match on June 1, the ICC announced.

Wed, Jan 3, 2024
The T20 'freak' is set to dominate the World Cup

Suryakumar doesn't quite know what to do in ODIs but he is a freak in T20...

Sun, Dec 24, 2023
How Team India bounced back after WC heartbreak

'You have to move on quickly in international cricket as we now have another...

Pollard's expertise to fire up England's T20 campaign

Pollard to join England coaching staff for next year's T20 WC

Thu, Dec 21, 2023
'Stokes, Archer still in the mix for T20 World Cup'

Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer will be given every chance to prove their fitness...

Wed, Dec 20, 2023
Cummins to use IPL as prep for T20 World Cup

'I'm really excited ... for next year to try to get some games before that...

Fri, Dec 15, 2023
'Waiting for this from the World Cup!'

'He is a man who has shown a lot of awareness and his skillset has been...

Wed, Dec 13, 2023
'Didn't know..,' Rohit reveals post-World Cup struggle

Rohit, who had a dream World Cup as a skipper and batter till the final, was...

Tue, Dec 12, 2023
Uday Saharan to lead in U19 World Cup

Uday Saharan will be leading India in the Under-19 World Cup in South Africa...

Mon, Dec 11, 2023
5 games left, young guns' T20 dreams on edge

In the current scenario, form in the IPL will carry a lot of weight for...

Fri, Dec 8, 2023
India vs Aus ODI WC final pitch rated 'average'

The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad which hosted the ODI...

Wed, Dec 6, 2023
'We need these games heading into T20 World Cup'

India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur on Wednesday rued that her bowlers couldn't...

Du Plessis Eyes T20 World Cup Return

'I do a lot of hard work to ensure I look after my body to be able to play...

Sun, Dec 3, 2023
Is Rinku a strong contender for T20 World Cup berth?

Explosive left-hander Rinku Singh has emerged a "contender" for the...

BCCI officials grill Dravid over World Cup final loss

According to reports, Dravid, granted an extension after his contract ended...

Sat, Dec 2, 2023
'Something to be happy about after World Cup loss'

Dashing opener Ruturaj Gaikwad said India's "fearless and aggressive"...

Southee refuses to blame defeat on World Cup fatigue

New Zealand cricket captain Tim Southee said they were outplayed by an...

I was upset but it's not in anyone's hand: Axar

India spinner Axar Patel has admitted that he was upset after missing out on...

Fri, Dec 1, 2023
Axar's redemption: World Cup heartbreak to T20s hero

Needed to bowl stump to stump to negate dew factor: Axar Patel

India seal T20 series vs Aus to mend WC heartbreak

India exacted a modicum of revenge for their loss to Australia in the final...

IPL: Aussie WC stars keep base price at Rs 2 crore

Australia's World Cup heroes Travis Head, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc have...

Controversial trophy photo: Marsh unfazed by backlash

Marsh defends controversial act of resting feet on World Cup trophy

'Rohit's a leader; expect him to captain till T20 WC'

Impressed with his captaincy at the ODI World Cup, former captain Sourav...

Thu, Nov 30, 2023
Dominica says 'no' to hosting T20 World Cup

Dominica will be unable to meet the deadline for completing the construction...

Will Rohit lead India in T20 World Cup?

Rohit Sharma's request to the BCCI for a break from white-ball cricket in...

Meet the 20 teams that have qualified for 2024 T20 WC

After the results of the Africa Qualifier, the slots for the 20 participating...

'Rohit and Virat were crying'

'Rohit Sharma is an outstanding person. He understands every single person in...

Wed, Nov 29, 2023
Hussey blasts post-World Cup T20s as cricket overkill

Hussey felt this certainly was not the best side competing against the hosts.

Tue, Nov 28, 2023
Kashmir students arrested for celebrating India's loss

Indian police arrested seven students in the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) region...

Namibia qualify for men's T20 World Cup 2024

Namibia on Tuesday qualified for the men's T20 World Cup 2024, courtesy 10...

Don't keep so much hope: Kapil on India's WC campaign

Excess hype often leads to broken hearts and hence it is always necessary to...

'India and Pakistan fans have elephant's memory'

Weeks after India's heartbreaking six-wicket loss against Australia in the...

Photos Indians Won't Like Seeing...

Australia Captain Pat Cummins and fellow pacer Mitchell Starc show off their...

T20 WC Qualifiers: Raza's heroics keep Zimbabwe alive

A disciplined Namibia bowling line-up made Kenya toil hard in the early...

Mon, Nov 27, 2023
Shastri on how India can end World Cup knockout curse

'Once top four teams are there, in the semi-final and final. Those two days...

Sun, Nov 26, 2023
India played their best cricket in the World Cup: Lara

Legendary cricketer Brian Lara showered praise on Rohit Sharma-led Team India...

Sat, Nov 25, 2023
'If possibly Hardik was in the team in the final....'

Not scoring quickly certainly became India's undoing.

Cummins, Not Rohit, Will Lead My Team

4 Aussies, 3 Indians, 1 Kiwi, 3 South Africans in Harish Kotian's World Cup...

Fri, Nov 24, 2023
'WC final was Cummins' best day with the ball'

Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne said he had "never seen" someone bowl...

Indian Hand in Australia's World Cup Win

Meet Urmila Rosario, the World Cup 2023 winning side's team manager.

Ability to absorb pressure of big games key: Zaheer

Former India cricketer Zaheer Khan reflects on India's heartbreaking loss in...

Thu, Nov 23, 2023
'World Cup Loss Still Stings Deeply'

Mohammed Siraj and KL Rahul react after World Cup heartbreak

'Rohit doesn't need to be taught to score hundreds'

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin said on Thursday Rohit Sharma "doesn't need...

India would have won World Cup if...: Mamata

India would have won the cricket World Cup if the final match was played in...

'It Seems God Had Other Plans'

'Dealing with this setback is tough, but we hold onto faith, believing in the...

World Cup 2023: India's XI Stunners!

The collective brilliance of the Indian XI in the 2023 World Cup makes a...

Wed, Nov 22, 2023
SKY's Challenge: Shaking off World Cup woes in T20s

Will take time to get over World Cup final loss but excited to lead a fresh...

Two Spinners And An X-Factor In My XI

The sound and fury of World Cup 2023 has ended, and Norma Astrid Godinho...

The Rise of Cricket's New Stars

Meet the standout finds of World Cup 2023.

Tue, Nov 21, 2023
ICC moves U19 World Cup from Sri Lanka to South Africa

The ICC on Tuesday moved next year's men's U-19 World Cup from Sri Lanka to...

'Modi shouldn't have entered Indian dressing room'

'Would @narendramodi allow his supporters to come and console or congratulate...

Were India Overconfident?

'When you win 10 games on the trot, you tend to get overconfident. This leads...

What Mrs Maxwell Told Indian Trolls

'Requesting all cricket fans to stop such behaviour. Sanity and dignity are...

'Who said I am finished?': Warner

The selectors have decided to rest David Warner for the five-match T20 series...

History made at 2023 ICC World Cup

The new high for attendees wasn't the only record achieved during the...

SEE: What Modi Told Team India

Modi and Home Minister Amit A Shah consoled the dejected Indian players.

'We will be back stronger'

The Indian players reflected on their heartbreaking loss against Australia in...

World Cup 2023: 7 Memorable Moments

A look at 7 memorable moments of World Cup 2023.

Mon, Nov 20, 2023
WC Top 5: From Captain Fearless Rohit to Special Shami

The World Cup trophy was not meant to be his, but India's 'Captain Fearless'...

Former Pak players hail India's World Cup run

The Pakistan cricket fraternity showered the Indian team with praise for...

'Australia's win in Ahmedabad caps best World Cup win'

Former England captain Michael Vaughan rated Australia's World Cup triumph as...

Pat, Don't Drop The Cup Into Sabarmati!

The Aussies were compelled to celebrate triumph minus their traditional beer...

Was Marsh Disrespectful To The World Cup?

The Aussie received a slew of brickbats for what Indians on X and Instagram...

Aus underline big-match credentials with stellar win

India dominate the business side of global cricket by virtually every metric...

Modi Hugs A Weeping Shami

Prime Minister Narendra D Modi embraces Mohammed Shami as the pacer weeps...

Rohit captain of ICC's World Cup team of tournament

All-rounder Glenn Maxwell and spinner Adam Zampa were also selected in the...

Glory returns to ODI format as Aus ruin India's party

India played the tournament's best cricket for nearly six weeks but it was...

India look at young guns to take their legacy forward

An expressionless Virat Kohli gave a quick handshake and hug to an equally...

Pat Cummins has made transition so easily: Watson

'To be able to then just work through it, and you could see there definitely...

Kapil Dev's message to Rohit and Co

Australia beat India by six wickets to win their 6th ICC World Cup title.

Cummins' 'Sweetest Moment'...

'To walk out for the toss and just see 130,000 blue Indian shirts, it's an...

'It's been tough but gee whiz it has been enjoyable'

Cummins said Australia's triumph had made him fall in love with 50-over...

Seen These Shocked Faces?

Before Sunday's game, Australia's Captain Pat Cummins said he wanted to...

'Hard for me not to believe in miracles'

'It's hard for me not to think, you know, as a man of faith, that there's not...

Kohli Gifts Maxi His India Jersey

Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell are team-mates at Royal Challengers Bangalore...

India's bowling coach says toss played part in WC loss

After the game, Mhambrey pointed out the contrast in the batting conditions...

'They dug themselves into a hole'

Former England skipper Nasser Hussain said India's long tail restricted Kohli...

Guess Who Predicted Head's Stardom?

'I am a big fan of Travis Head as a cricketer, I believe he will be a future...

Dravid hails Rohit's leadership

'He wanted to lead by example. I thought right through the tournament, he was...

It's That Man Head Again!

This wasn't the first time the 29 year old delivered a match-winning knock on...

Anushka Comforts Virat After Heartbreak

Anushka Sharma's consoling hug for her husband Virat Kohli will endure as the...

If Only India Hadn't Panicked!

Australia came into the match better prepared and executed their plans to...

Post-World Cup defeat, Dravid keeps mum on future

Rahul Dravid needs time to reflect on his future with the national team even...

Sun, Nov 19, 2023
Silencing 130,000 fans: Head's WC final revelation

'Never expected this, not in a million years, truly an exceptional day. A lot...

Rohit reveals what went wrong in World Cup final

Rohit Sharma's Candid Admission: India not good enough in World Cup final

Records tumble as Australia lift sixth World title

The 2023 World Cup culminated with Australia extending their World Cup title...

Key Moments: How Australia trounced India in final

Australia's grizzly-haired veterans brought all their big-game experience to...

Turning Point: Head's stunning catch to dismiss Rohit

Travis Head's sensational catch to dismiss India captain Rohit Sharma proved...

Heartbreak in Ahmedabad: Modi praises India's grit

The Prime Minister praised Team India's talent and commitment, acknowledging...

Head's heroics propel Australia to 6th World Cup glory

Australia win sixth World Cup title after Head hundred sinks India

PIX: Australia thump India to win 6th World Cup

Travis Head smashed a brilliant 137 as Australia cruised to their sixth World...

Starc reveals Australia's strategy for Ahmedabad pitch

Starc shared insights into Australia's anticipation of a dry and slow pitch.

Out or Not Out? Steve Smith's wicket sparks debate

Steve Smith's decision not to review his dismissal in the ICC Men's ODI World...

Sadhguru cheers India with SRK, Anushka

Adding a spiritual touch, Sadhguru is also spotted showing his support for...

Rohit Sharma: The Unstoppable Force of the World Cup!

Rohit once again showcased a brief yet impactful innings, contributing...

'Free Palestine': Pitch invader interrupts WC final

The pitch invader, wearing a T-shirt that read 'Stop Bombing Palentine' and...

Run-machine Kohli dominates World Cup records

Virat Kohli becomes second-highest run scorer in history of the ODI World Cup

Big Insult! BCCI snubs Kapil Dev for World Cup final

With India gunning for their third ICC Men's ODI World Cup, the country's...

WC PIX: Surya Kirans' grand show lights up Motera

Prior to the start of the World Cup final, Indian Air Force's aerobatic team...

SEE: Tendulkar's heartwarming gesture for Kohli

In a heartwarming gesture, Sachin Tendulkar gifted Virat Kohli a signed No....

ICC World Cup final: PIX: It's a sea of blue at Motera

Fans wearing the India jersey, carrying the Indian flag, laughing, joking and...

Modi, Sonia, Tendulkar's shout out to Team India!

'You have all the qualities to become a world champion.'

'Hope prayers of a billion-plus fans are heard today'

The final betwene the two-time champions and the five-time winners will be...

All The Best India!

Art students at the Gurukul in Mumbai celebrate the World Cup 2023 final.

Motera Fortified: Over 6,000 forces ready for WC final

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles will be...

Babar forced out: Miandad, Akhtar furious at PCB

'There was no need to remove Babar from the captaincy. They have acted in haste'

Sat, Nov 18, 2023
Rohit, Virat, Shami's epic 'Last Dance' in World Cup

They took the centre-stage in the showpiece, showed the world what they are...

Winning for Dravid: Rohit's pledge before final clash

Sunday could well be Dravid's last day in his office and there won't be a...

What Rohit Sharma's pitch analysis reveals

Rohit Sharma feels track will be slowish one

Inside Indian players' minds ahead of WC final

Rohit Sharma won't be able to tell what 10 others who will take the field...

Aussies unleash plan to hush roaring Indian crowd

Cummins said the best way to overcome a challenge like that was to embrace it.

Viswanath on Kohli: 'He achieved one hell of a thing'

Kohli also became the first batter ever to break the 700-run barrier in a...

World Cup final: Five key battles to watch out for

A look at match-ups that could potentially decide the winner of the ICC World...

Jittery Aussies: Cummins clicks pics of pitch!

Probably the pitch is playing on Australians' mind before the big match.

Raina spills the beans on facing Aussie sledging

Raina hailed Australia's mentality and talked about how their mindset makes...

Cricket fever hits theatres: 70 per cent tickets sold

Cinema owners elated with 'extraordinary' advance booking match screenings

Dravid's contract ends, what's his next move?

Will Rahul Dravid like to end current term on high or seek extension?

How Dravid tackles criticism and unwinds

It is not an easy life even for someone like Dravid, whose touch points with...

Kohli or Tendulkar: Who Reigns Supreme in ODIs?

While others have faded somewhat recently, Kohli has been burning brightly,...

India ready for date with history on Super Sunday

Indian cricket team will not just be looking to win a third ODI global title...

Cricket Diplomacy: Aus Deputy PM to attend WC final

Australian Deputy PM Marles to watch India-Australia World Cup cricket final...

Pat Cummins reveals secret strategy to conquer India

Pat Cummins wants to experience that awesome feeling of leading a great bunch...

Cummins banishes captaincy queries with Cup heroics

Pat Cummins may be undecided about his future as Australia's One-Day...

India's Unbeaten Run: Echoes of WI '75, Aus '03-07

To emulate the West Indies of 1975 and Australia of 2003 and 2007, India must...

Team India Gears Up For Final

Glimpses of the Indian team's training session at the Narendra Modi stadium...

Controversial Umpire In World Cup Final

Many are raising questions about entrusting officials with ties to past...

Fri, Nov 17, 2023
Australia's road to sixth ODI World Cup trophy

After defeats in their opening two matches, Australia came roaring back,...

WC Final: 'India hold an edge in bowling department'

With pacer Mohammed Shami in menacing form, India holds the edge in the...

WC: Modi's presence, air-show, grand show, 1.4 bn fans

When Kapil's Devils won the World Cup in 1983, cricket was still one of the...

'Free curry chawal if India win World Cup!'

Narendra Singh, a dhaba owner in Ahmedabad said that he will serve free...

Illingworth, Kettleborough gear up for World Cup final

Match officials for ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 final

Ahmedabad hotel rooms surge to 2 lakh for WC final!

Hotel room tariff in Ahmedabad, airfares shoot up ahead of India-Australia final

Surya Kirans Ready For World Cup Final

The Indian Air Force's Surya Kiran aerobatic team rehearses for an air show...

How Shami's 'zone' strategy is troubling batters in WC

Shami has said there is nothing extraordinary in his bowling, adding he just...

Will India Pick Ashwin For Final?

India could field three spinners against Australia in the final.

Can Australia halt India's unbeaten run to WC glory?

Resurgent Australia stand between unblemished India and World Cup glory

KL the Keeper of India's fortunes this World Cup

In this World Cup, it won't be a misnomer if KL Rahul gets the DRS moniker in...

India will win the World Cup: Shastri

India will be overwhelming favourites in the upcoming World Cup final against...

'It'll be fitting for India to win World Cup but...'

Rob Walter said it would be "fitting" for the tournament's 'best' team, India...

Can SA break the World Cup jinx? Miller speaks out...

World Cup's perennial 'chokers' South Africa, having taken the group stage by...

Australia aim to exploit 'cracks' in India's batting

Australia's pacer Josh Hazlewood says he saw a 'few cracks' while rattling...

Powerplay domination key to Australia's win in semis

Dominating the Powerplay overs both with bat and ball was key to Australia's...

'South Africa didn't choke; put up a fight'

South Africa's defeat against Australia in the World Cup semi-final on...

What Brought About South Africa's Downfall

A place in the ICC ODI World Cup final once again eluded the South Africans...

Thu, Nov 16, 2023
World Cup Final: IAF's Surya Kiran to put on air show

The Surya Kiran aerobatic team of the Indian Air Force will perform an air...

PHOTOS: Aus edge SA to enter their 8th World Cup final

Australia bowled out South Africa for a below-par 212 despite David Miller's...

WC PIX: Australia beat SA; seal final date with India

Images from the second semifinal between Australia and South Africa in the...

We can't wait to face India in the WC final: Cummins

A nerve-wracking semifinal win under their belt, Australia cannot wait for...

Pak chief Ashraf to attend ICC meeting, watch WC final

Pakistan Cricket Management Committee chairman Zaka Ashraf has landed in...

Why did Eden Gardens crowd support South Africa?

South Africa's power-packed batting unit suffered a light-out against...

WC controversy: Former Pak cricketer questions Rohit

Former Pakistan player and cricket expert Sikander Bakht made a shocking...

Rohit the skipper deserves this World Cup

How many hundreds did Rohit Sharma miss in this World Cup? At least five if...

The Shami Storm: The rise of India's bowling superstar

As Mohammed Shami walked back to the top of his run-up, Virat Kohli geed the...

'Kohli can break Tendulkar's record of 100 centuries'

Former India coach Ravi Shastri believes Virat Kohli is well on his way to...

Beckham savours 'incredible' Wankhede experience

David Beckham was the toast of the crowd when he entered the Wankhede Stadium...

World Cup: 'Rohit Sharma is India's real hero'

Former England captain Nasser Hussain hailed skipper Rohit Sharma as the...

'India is the best team in the world'

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson doffed his cap to pacer Mohammed Shami...

'Why did the Kiwis help Kohli when he had cramps?'

Former Australian pacer Simon O'Donnell flayed New Zealand's gesture of...

'Kohli's hunger inspires me; learn a lot from Rohit'

Shubman Gill says irat Kohli's hunger and intensity on the cricket field...

Kohli paints 'perfect picture' to eclipse Tendulkar

Virat Kohli said he had painted the perfect picture after confirming his...

'You are truly god's child'

'Utterly grateful to Him for blessing me with your love and to watch you grow...

What Did Beckham Tell Kiara?

The football legend shared the VIP box with movie stars and businesspeople.

Shami's Magnificent Seven!

Mohammed Shami's dazzling seven wickets powered India into the World Cup 2023...

India's Journey To World Cup Final

This is India's fourth ODI World Cup final.

Glad we got the job done, there was pressure: Rohit

Despite the glossiness of their victory over New Zealand, Indian captain...

I believe in pitching it up and getting wickets: Shami

Mohammed Shami's 7/57 is the best figures by an Indian bowler in the World Cup.

Wed, Nov 15, 2023
How India quelled New Zealand challenge in semis

Virat Kohli's World record 50th ODI hundred, a scintillating century by...

Gavaskar on pitch row: 'Stop taking potshots at India'

The legendary Sunil Gavaskar dismissed conspiracy theories around the pitch...

Kohli, Iyer, Shami take India to World Cup final

Virat Kohli struck a record 50th hundred and fast bowler Mohammed Shami's...

PIX: Shami's seven powers India into World Cup final

IMAGES from the first semi-final of the ICC World Cup played between India...

Babar steps down as Pakistan captain after WC flop!

Following Pakistan's forgettable World Cup in India, Babar Azam stepped down...

SLC takes legal action against Sports Minister

Sri Lankan Cricket, on Wednesday, slapped a defamation lawsuit against sports...

'After all the heartbreak, now is South Africa's time'

South Africa have an aching relationship with World Cup semi-finals, dating...

World doffs hat as 'maestro' Kohli breaks barriers

Wishes poured in on social media as Virat Kohli brought up his historic 50th...

'The great man congratulated me, feels like a dream'

After breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record, an emotional Virat Kohli said it...

Real pleasure to witness a piece of history: Beckham

In many ways, David Beckham in his pomp was to football what Virat Kohli is...

Kohli not finished yet: Ganguly on the 'phenomenal' 50

Virat Kohli scaled 'Mount 50' on Wednesday, and former Indian captain Sourav...

Virat Kohli: Anatomy of a megastar

A fairytale moment unfolded at the Wankhede as Virat Kohli climbed to the...

Cummins hoping to savour World Cup-winning moment

They know what it takes to win the 50-over World Cup, having won five of them...

50th ODI century for record-breaking Kohli!

With the man himself giving him a standing ovation, Virat Kohli broke Sachin...

Blow for India: Gill retires hurt on 79

Shubman Gill on Wednesday retired hurt on 79 after suffering cramps on his...

Pitch consultant was apprised of the change: ICC

After a pitch controversy sullied the atmosphere ahead of the World Cup...

South Africa battle 'chokers' curse vs mighty Aussies

'As a South African team, we know we're going to have that chip on our back,...

Cummins breaks silence on Wankhede pitch drama

The report also claimed that if India make the final in Ahmedabad, a slow...

Maxwell cleared: Ready for semis showdown vs SA

Maxwell battled cramps and severe pain to score a scintillating double century

Wankhede Buzzing With Tiranga Fever

In a spirited show of support, fans have gathered with creative placards,...

What's David Beckham Doing At Wankhede?

Beckham, a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, is on a three-day visit to India

SA vows to break World Cup jinx against Australia

South Africa look to avoid dropping another World Cup against nemesis Australia

Team India Ready To Roar At Wankhede

The Wankhede stadium in Mumbai holds a special place in Indian cricket...

Controversy Erupts Over India's Pitch Swap For Semis

India allegedly switches semi-final pitch without ICC approval.

What Helped Kohli Rediscover Form...

The 42-day break would give Kohli the time to introspect, and rejuvenate his...

Tue, Nov 14, 2023
PICS: India train under lights ahead of WC semis

The BCCI posted pics of India's training session on their X handle.

Rain could interrupt Australia-South Africa semis

The situation in fact is not that worrying for Thursday and IMD regional...

Proteas look to shake off nerves against Australia

They have looked more comfortable setting targets than chasing one though,...

SA spinner Maharaj is No 1 ODI bowler; Gill top batter

In the all-rounders' list, Ravindra Jadeja is placed 10th, while the top spot...

'Will be special for Rohit, SKY, Iyer to play at home'

Rohit is currently India's second-highest run-scorer in this competition...

Time for pure business and getting job done: Rohit

'We are focusing on playing good cricket in the next two games. Pressure is...

1987 WC semis: A tearful Maninder, an upset Azhar

'People till date say Gooch swept us out of the game. But if anyone watches...

Why Williamson is a threat to Indian spinners

'He uses his feet really well to go down the pitch to smother the turn if...

David Beckham to attend India-NZ World Cup semi-final

The India-Sri Lanka game witnessed two cricket legends, Sachin Tendulkar and...

Williamson confident NZ can end India's WC dream

Williamson, who returned from knee surgery for the World Cup and recovered...

Australia feeling 2021 vibes ahead of semis: Maxwell

Maxwell was part of Aaron Finch's groundbreaking squad in the United Arab...

10 Ways K L Rahul Echoes Rahul Dravid

The Bengaluru connection that's shaping Indian cricket.

Pick Your India Team For NZ Semi-Final

Will India retain the same playing XI?

'Embrace Pressure, High-Five It'

'Pressure is like your shadow in the afternoon sun -- it might look big, but...

Why India Must Be Wary Of Kiwis!

Since the start of the century, India have made it to two finals and two...

Mon, Nov 13, 2023
Aus pacer Starc makes big reveal

Starc, who is carrying niggles since the Ashes and was rested for Australia's...

Adapting to varied conditions Indian bowlers' strength

Even though Ravichandran Ashwin featured in just one game (against...

Kiwis ready to adapt and shut down big overs

Ferguson believes New Zealand bowling attack remain a 'handsome bunch'...

Why India will be nervous to face New Zealand

Taylor said if New Zealand can strike early, it will put tremendous pressure...

Meet top 5 heavy hitters ruling the World Cup 2023

Let's delve into the performances of the top 5 batters who have amassed the...

5 leading wicket takers of World Cup 2023

Let's take a look at the standout performers in the bowling department:

Umpires announced for World Cup semis

Tucker, Illingworth to officiate in India-NZ semifinal; Menon on-field umpire...

'Rohit has made the dressing room a secure one'

Former Australia skipper Aaron Finch pointed to Rohit's aggressive approach...

Morkel's exit fuels speculation on Babar's captaincy

Morne Morkel resigns as Pakistan's bowling coach

The BIG worry for Kuldeep ahead of NZ semis...

Kuldeep Yadav expects the bowlers to have a tough time at Mumbai's...

Conway reveals: How NZ plans to tackle India in semis

New Zealand, who finished fourth in the points table after the 45-match...

Hussain hails India's 'Fab 5' bowlers as best ever

India had 'Fab 5' with the bat in early 2000s, now they have them with the...

India juggernaut faces familiar Kiwi hurdle

India were also heavily fancied to beat New Zealand at the same stage of the...

The Race For MVP Hots Up

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player...

KL Rahul: Breaking records and silencing critics

While coming at No. 5, Rahul's role as a batsman is not easy - he either has...

What Nidamanuru learnt from facing Indian spin

Playing against Kuldeep, Jadeja was learning experience: Dutch batter Nidamanuru

Who Won Best Fielder Medal?

The groundsmen held up signs, declaring Suryakumar Yadav as the best fielder...

Jadeja Surpasses Kumble's WC Record

Ravindra Jadeja took 2/49 against the Netherlands to take his wicket tally in...

When Virat, Rohit Had A Ball...

The big talking point of the evening was batting mainstays Virat Kohli and...

Centurion Iyer was determined to capitalise on start

'I took pills for the cramps. I feel the recent scores helped me in this...

Sun, Nov 12, 2023
'One loss and everyone says you don't know anything'

Dravid was particularly happy with how Shreyas Iyer has been showing...

Rohit reveals 'clinical' India's success mantra

'The results do matter to keep the dressing room lively. We are playing in...

How India can get upper hand over NZ in semis

The match against New Zealand will be a repeat of their 2019 semi-final in...

India remain unbeaten with big win over Netherlands

Images from the ICC World Cup match between India and the Netherlands, at the...

India's batters light up Diwali in record-spree

A look at the records set during India's innings against the Netherlands in...

Coach Amre to Iyer: Forget what others are saying

Often players in their sub-conscious mind know how they feel about a...

Important to get that confidence: KL Rahul

Wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul, who returned to form scoring the fastest...

Record-breaking Rahul's fireworks light up Chinnaswamy

Home lad KL Rahul's innings led the celebrations at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium...

SEE: Warner & His Kids' Diwali Wishes

'Give your families a big hug heading into the year and stay connected with...

Is World Cup 2023 Already in Mumbai?

A 5 foot tall lantern replica of the World Cup replica to wish the Indian...

A look at Pakistan's forgettable World Cup

An outdated batting approach, dismal performance of the spinners, lack of...

Hope suspension doesn't affect our schedule: Mendis

A concerned Sri Lanka skipper Kusal Mendis on Sunday hoped the ICC's...

Ben Stokes to 'think hard' about future in ODIs

After England completed a disappointing World Cup campaign with a victory...

Ravi Shastri meets 'childhood hero' at Chinnaswamy

In Bengaluru for India's match against Netherlands, Ravi Shastri met his...

England's David Willey quits with 'deep regret'

England's David Willey took the decision to quit international cricket with...

England retain six World Cup players for Windies tour

Jos Buttler will captain the team for the Caribbean tour, with Gus Atkinson,...

'If India does not win World Cup this time...: Shastri

India will probably have to wait for another three World Cups to have a shot...

England's poor World Cup doesn't mean 'huge clear-out'

Victory over Pakistan saw England rise to seventh place in the World Cup and...

Ravindra relishing 'dream' World Cup clash with India

New Zealand's in-form batsman Rachin Ravindra is relishing the prospect of...

Will India Rest Bumrah Against The Dutch?

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the World Cup match...

Sat, Nov 11, 2023
Disappointed but keen to lead: Babar Azam

Pakistan captain Babar Azam didn't hide his disappointment after a...

PIX: England sign off with crushing win over Pakistan

Images from the ICC Men's ODI World Cup match between England and Pakistan at...

You can't blame somebody for following rules: Dravid

Angelo Mathews' first-of-its-kind timed out dismissal against Bangladesh in a...

Team India Celebrate Diwali

Ahead of their final league game against The Netherlands on Sunday, the...

MCC backs umpires in Mathews 'time-out' furore

The MCC, custodians of the game's laws, said on Saturday that the umpires had...

Did Babar, Arthur ignore crucial spin bowling advice?

Misbah said in a TV interview that despite the advice from him and Mohammad...

Babar Azam faces dilemma: To step down or not?

Teammates have advised Babar Azam not to step down: PCB sources

Will Dutch players make a splash in IPL auction?

IPL contract will be next level for Netherlands players after WC show: Coach...

WC PIX: Marsh drives Australia to easy win vs B'desh

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match played between Australia and Bangladesh...

Pak knocked out of World Cup; India-NZ semis confirmed

Pakistan has been officially knocked out of the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023

Battle for a spot in Australia's semis squad heats up

Australia face happy selection headache ahead World Cup semifinal: Pat Cummins

Grand display on Gateway of India celebrates World Cup

To mark the beginning of Diwali and celebrate the ongoing edition of the ICC...

Kohli eyes historic 50 as India take Netherlands test

The marauding Indians haven't put a foot wrong in their authoritative run in...

'Watch out for this Afghan star at the IPL auction'

Coach Jonathan Trott rued the missed chances, but took pride in the way...

'Must-win' mindset the key for South Africa in semis

South Africa and Australia are set to meet in a semi-final on Thursday. The...

SEE: Granny Wards Rachin Against Evil

Rachin, whose father lived in Bengaluru before moving to Kiwiland, visited...

Fri, Nov 10, 2023
Spirited Afghanistan bow out on a high

Afghanistan wrapped up their best ever World Cup campaign with four wins and...

'We are 50-50 when chasing'; Can SA improve that?

Rassie van der Dussen conceded that South Africa needs to improve chasing...

PIX: Van der Dussen steers SA past Afghanistan

Images from the ICC World Cup match between Afghanistan vs South Africa, in...

Will Pakistan World Cup clash be Malan's last ODI?

Dawid Malan, England's lone soldier in a disastrous World Cup campaign, feels...

Kohli replays his six off Rauf that broke the Internet

Virat Kohli relives the Haris Rauf over and his match-winning 82 not out off...

Under fire Babar says it's 'easy to give advice on TV'

Pakistan's Babar Azam does not think the burden of captaincy has affected his...

Semis spot: It's Mission impossible for Pakistan

England will hope that the likes of Joe Root, Harry brook and skipper Jos...

Rampaging Aus face Bangladesh in inconsequential tie

Pat Cummins and Co. stormed into the semi-finals on the back of one of the...

SL WC flop: Selector blames 'external conspiracy'

The former champions were marred by a series of injuries, warranting...

ICC WC: Coach Silverwood reviews SL's shambolic show

Silverwood said they would review their performances in India and look at how...

Kiwis confident of 'a couple more pushes' to the crown

New Zealand have reached the final of the last two World Cups and beat India...

Thu, Nov 9, 2023
Boult already plotting 'red-hot' India ambush in semis

Current calculations point to a World Cup semi-final between India and New...

WC PIX: Kiwis on threshold of semis after Lanka rout

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka at the...

Almost there, Williamson looking forward to India SF

Skipper Kane Williamson says New Zealand are looking forward to a World Cup...

PHOTOS: NZ swat aside Sri Lanka, put one foot in semis

Victory left New Zealand on 10 points and in pole position to bag the last...

Game-changer Maxwell will shape cricket's future

Andrew McDonald believes Glenn Maxwell's breath-taking shotmaking will...

Grab your World Cup semis and final tickets

The final will be held in Ahmedabad on November 19.

Afghanistan's last stand to secure semis berth vs SA

South Africa will look to fix their chasing troubles before the semifinals...

Can Proteas Overcome Flaws In Semis?

Chasing targets has been their Achilles heel throughout the tournament.The...

Will Maxwell defy cramps in clash vs B'desh?

Hazlewood expects Maxwell to face Bangladesh after Miracle of Mumbai

England aim for dominance in must-win Pak clash

England ended their five-match losing streak and climb off the bottom of the...

This Dutch cricketer believes they can stun India

Teja Nidamanuru believes in their potential to upset India in their final...

Wed, Nov 8, 2023
Gill World No 1 batter, Siraj top bowler in ODIs

Shubman Gill has overtaken Pakistan captain Babar Azam as the World No 1...

Jos Buttler is finally smiling at the World Cup!

Having ended a five-match losing streak with victory over the Netherlands, a...

How Stokes rescued England from World Cup nightmare

Stokes ton helps England beat Netherlands, end World Cup losing run

PICS: Stokes earns England consolation win over Dutch

Images from the ICC World Cup match between England and the Netherlands, at...

When no footwork becomes great footwork: Tendulkar

Batting great Sachin Tendulkar was in awe of Glenn Maxwell's incredible knock...

'The Big Show': From Tunbridge Wells to Wankhede

Glenn Maxwell battled cramps to produce an innings of a lifetime to guide...

How Australia's physio got maximum from 'dead' Maxi...

Australia's physiotherapist Nick Jones's advise got a "dead man" stand on his...

Rain threatens New Zealand's semi-final bid

'There's lots of things that we can't control and the weather is one of those.'

'Innings of a lifetime!! Hats off Maxwell'

'That was just unbelievable from Glen Maxwell. Footwork is overrated.'

Wanted to go and say 'enough is enough': Bangla coach

Bangladesh bowling coach Allan Donald was disappointed with Shakib al Hasan's...

Rain threat looms large as NZ look to regain mojo

New Zealand's campaign has hit a disheartening flatline after their early...

'Bitter pill to swallow, but we can come back'

Afghanistan have rebounded from defeat at the World Cup and can do so again,...

'I was trying to survive but Maxi was plotting to win'

Following the marvellous Glenn Maxwell show, Australian skipper Pat Cummins...

'Chaotic swinging but there was a bit of planning'

Glenn Maxwell's outrageous double-century to beat Afghanistan at the World...

Court stays sacking of Sri Lanka Cricket board

Ousted SLC president Shammi Silva petitioned the court against the dismissal...

Tue, Nov 7, 2023
I had my chances, made the most of it: Maxwell

An exhausted Glenn Maxwell termed Tuesday night "his own" after pulling off a...

PHOTOS: Max leads Down Under thunder at Wankhede

Glenn Maxwell smashed an unbeaten 201 off 128 balls, single-handedly guiding...

PIX: Maxwell's 201 floors Afghans; Australia in semis

Images from the ICC World Cup match between Afghanistan and Australia, at the...

The Afghan star who 'batted like Tendulkar'

A one-on-one chat with the Master Blaster inspired 21-year-old opener Ibrahim...

England's star-studded squad fails: What went wrong?

England didn't get execution right under pressure at World Cup, says fielding...

Shakib ruled out of World Cup

After snaring two wickets, Shakib returned to score a 65-ball 82 to lead his...

SEE: Virat Goes Ainvayi Ainvayi...

Virat Kohli is a character. He wears his heart on his sleeve and enjoys his...

Ousted Eng, Netherlands vie for Champions Trophy berth

To avoid the ignominy of missing the cut for the prestigious Champions...

If India Wins World Cup, It Will Erase Dravid's...

The Indian players now have the opportunity to etch their names in the annals...

'Timed Out' Mathews Seeks Justice!

'Video evidence shows I still had five more seconds even after the helmet...

Jadeja Races To Top MVP Race

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player...

Smith battling episodes of vertigo ahead of Afghan tie

On preparing for next two matches against Afghanistan and Bangladesh, two...

'It's a good eye-opener'

"I think it was a good trial run. Hopefully, they do progress further in this...

'Meeting you has been a dream'

'I'm confident that this interaction will elevate the team's spirits and...

Mathews blasts 'disgraceful' Shakib in 'timeout' drama

Angelo Mathews criticised Bangladesh's decision to dismiss him via a 'time...

Mon, Nov 6, 2023
Shakib felt he was at war! 'The time out helped'

Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan says he felt he "was at war" when he...

Shakib steers B'desh to victory amid 'time out' drama

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match played between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka,...

PICS: Asalanka's ton in vain as Bangladesh beat SL

Images from the ICC World Cup match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, at the...

'Mathews's dismissal not good for spirit of cricket'

Sri Lanka all-rounder Angelo Mathews's dismissal triggered a debate with...

'Peaking' Australia ready for Afghanistan spin threat

If Australia defeats Afghanistan in Tuesday's World Cup match at the Wankhede...

Sri Lanka's Mathews first player ever to be timed out!

With Mathews taking more than two minutes to face his first ball, he had to...

'Everything good comes to an end'

The 36-year-old batting all-rounder wants younger faces to come into the team.

WC: Aus face plucky Afghans in race for semis spot

The battle promises to be an enticing watch given Afghanistan's battery of...

How Kohli has befriended pressure for success

"If I was not playing well, then probably, I would have been a bit uneasy....

'He doesn't need to break Sachin's record'

'To think that he got 49 ODI hundreds and equalled Sachin and in 175 less...

'We were out-skilled'

'They are a hell of a team, very well balanced and highly skilled. There's no...

'Rohit is leading with his actions'

Rohit and Shubman Gill took charge of the South African new-ball bowler duo...

Sri Lanka Cricket board sacked after India mauling

A release from the Ministry of Sports said the committee has been appointed...

Kohli Gets A Gold Bat For Birthday!

The inscription on the bat read: 'Happy Birthday, Virat. You are a symbol of...

'Indian bowling attack clearly the best'

India have three bowlers among the top 10 wicket-takers in the tournament --...

49th Ton: What Sachin Told Virat...

It took me 365 days to go from 49 to 50 earlier this year. I hope you go from...

Can India win their 3rd World Cup after record win?

The result at Eden Gardens has raised hopes that come Nov. 19, India will be...

Sun, Nov 5, 2023
Jadeja hails Kohli's 'special' ton on 'slow turner'

Jadeja said the Eden Gardens track offered more turn in the afternoon when...

'Apne Birthday Pe...': Anushka reacts to Virat's ton

Anushka Sharma posted a picture of Virat from the match on her Instagram...

PIX: India crush SA with Kohli's ton, Jadeja's heroics

IMAGES from the World Cup match between India and South Africa played at the...

Here's what India did better than SA at Eden Gardens

India have now won an unprecedented eight matches in a row in the World Cup,...

I am never going to be as good as Tendulkar: Kohli

Brushing aside talk of the low phase he had hit a couple of years ago, where...

PICS: Kohli's 49th ton, Jadeja's five-fer maul SA

Images from the ICC World Cup match between India and South Africa at the...

Kohli's 49th ODI ton: The story of patience, records

Battle of Attrition for Birthday Boy: Virat Kohli scores laborious 49th hundred

'To ton up on my birthday is stuff of dreams'

Virat Kohli thanked the Almighty for the blessings showered on him after...

'Delhi air not ideal, but we have to play...'

The ICC says it is monitoring the air quality in smog-shrouded New Delhi...

Pakistan players fined for slow over-rate vs NZ

Babar Adam's side was ruled to be two overs short of the target after time...

Delhi smog steals spotlight: SL-Bangla tie in jeopardy

Uncertainty looms over Lanka-Bangla World Cup clash due to severe air pollution

Yuvraj uncovers Kohli's early signs of greatness

Yuvraj's message expressed the belief that everyone associated with the...

BCCI boss summoned by police in ticket black marketing

The notice, which was issued late on Saturday evening, asked the BCCI...

'Kohli has changed Indian cricket's DNA'

Ashwin noted that Kohli has redefined how a batsman should perceive and...

MVP Race: Bumrah Only Indian In Top Five

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player...

Australia deals final blow to England's WC hopes

England's stuttering title defence at the 50-overs World Cup eventually...

Jos Buttler takes blame for England's World Cup exit

Buttler has not managed a single half-century in seven matches so far, while...

Sat, Nov 4, 2023
Mitchell Marsh to rejoin Australia WC squad in Mumbai

Cricket Australia tweeted late on Saturday about the development.

WC PIX: Aus send England packing with 33-run win

IMAGES from the World Cup match between Australia and England played in...

How Fakhar Zaman calculated Pakistan's DLS target

Zaman was candid enough to remark that the team was hoping for a no resumption.

SKY prepares for showdown with Keshav Maharaj

SKY has an average of 17.00 against left-arm spin and has been dismissed...

'Need to learn..': Kane on frustrating result vs Pak

Williamson said his side will have to get some clarity in their thoughts...

Kohli@35: Focused on World Cup glory, not age

Sunday's match would be just like any other for the cricketing maestro.

Dravid hails SKY's adaptability, growing cricketing IQ

The coach seemed happy that Suryakumar Yadav is showing a different side to...

Why Jadeja is the real star of India's WC campaign

Pacers' stellar show has overshadowed Ravindra Jadeja's exceptional...

How Pakistan stunned NZ with unbelievable DLS victory

Fakhar Zaman fires as Pakistan beat New Zealand in rain-hit World Cup clash

SL, B'desh players grapple with Delhi's poor air

After Bangladesh, Sri Lanka were forced to cancel their opening training...

Kohli's 49th ton quest resumes where it all started

Who knows the world record equalling 49th hundred might just happen at the...

SA seek to shed 'chokers' tag in clash against India

South Africa are on a four-match winning streak as they face Rohit Sharma's...

Unbeaten India face SA in battle for top spot

Indian team will certainly feel a sense of deja vu when it takes on a red-hot...

Will India Retain XI Against South Africa?

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for Sunday's match...

Hardik Pandya out of World Cup 2023

Hardik Pandya injured his left ankle during the match against Bangladesh in...

Fri, Nov 3, 2023
'I haven't seen a better pace attack than India'

Former England captain Michael Atherton said the current Indian pace battery...

'WC semis will be a big achievement for Afghanistan'

Afghanistan are backing themselves to reach the World Cup semi-finals and if...

India vs SA: Dravid 'happy' with Eden Gardens pitch

Eden Gardens is known for producing good batting strip with reasonable help...

Ind-SA: 'How are tickets being sold in black market?'

A group of Congress supporters protested outside Eden Gardens demanding...

Delhi air pollution: Bangladesh forced to cancel nets

The Bangladesh cricket team was forced to cancel its training session ahead...

PIX: Afghanistan rout Dutch to keep semis hopes alive

Afghanistan kept their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup semi-finals...

England contract snub final nail in coffin: Willey

David Willey's decision to retire at 33 follows ECB's decision not to offer...

How 'mentor' Yuvraj turned around Gill's career

A month-long training camp at Yuvraj Singh's residence during the COVID-19...

World Cup: The secret behind India's winning run

The individual roles have been made crystal clear to the players and that is...

Battered Sri Lanka eye Champions Trophy qualification

The seven highest finishers in the World Cup will join hosts Pakistan in the...

Are security restrictions affecting Pak's WC campaign?

Mickey Arthur on Friday attributed one part of the rough ride to the...

Shadab doubtful for World Cup clash with New Zealand

Shadab landed awkwardly on his shoulder and his head hit the ground during...

Stokes to undergo knee surgery after 'disastrous' WC

England have had a World Cup campaign to forget in India as the defending...

England's survival at stake vs on-fire Australia

Australia and England have endured widely contrasting fates in the World Cup

No rocket science, just rhythm: Shami's secret unveiled

Shami has now claimed 45 World Cup wickets in 14 innings - the most by an...

How Australia plan to thrive without Maxwell, Marsh

Mitchell Marsh was ruled out of Saturday's game at Ahmedabad and could...

Who Are Top 5 Players From Each Country?

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Top five players from...

Why Was Shami Rubbing His Head?

Speedster Mohammed Shami continued his sensational run at the World Cup 2023...

Do-or-Die clash: NZ, Pakistan battle for semis spot

Desperate New Zealand, Pakistan seek victory to remain in the race to semifinals

NZ's Henry out of World Cup, replaced by Jamieson

Matt Henry has been ruled out of the World Cup in India with a torn right...

What Was Yuzi Chahal Doing At Wankhede?

The support for Rohit Sharma's squad at the Wankhede stadium was...

Why statistics don't define Siraj's success...

Statistics don't always reflect a true picture, and Siraj doesn't want to be...

SEE: Who Won The Fielding Medal?

Shreyas Iyer joins K L Rahul as a twice winner of the medal.

Shreyas Iyer hits back at reporter at press conference

In the post-match press conference, Iyer was quizzed about short ball being a...

CAB has no role in ticket row for Ind-SA tie: Ganguly

The lowest price of the India-South Africa tickets is of Rs 900 which are...

Thu, Nov 2, 2023
Sizzling Shami etches name in annals of ODI WC

Cites 'being in rhythm' as factor for success

Toss goes SL's way but India 'got lucky' at Wankhede

Rohit Sharma, did not mind losing the toss and said he would have batted...

Gill not yet fully fit: 'Four kilos down from dengue'

Gill praised Indian pacers and Shreyas for their outstanding effort.

With eyes on prize, Rohit happy to complete first goal

India's next match is against South Africa and Rohit said his team is ready...

PHOTOS: All-round India thrash SL, qualify for semis

IMAGES from the World Cup match between India and Sri Lanka played at the...

Kohli the run-machine goes past Tendulkar but...

Kohli's knock of 88 (94) was his 10th 50-plus score in the ODI format this...

PIX: India's pacers blow away Sri Lanka for 55

Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj sent Sri Lanka crashing for 55 as India...

Dutch focus on positives ahead of Afghanistan clash

Ackermann, who bowls off-spin, said the Netherlands would be cautious against...

Inhalers help England players beat pollution in India

'Whether it was air quality or what, it was definitely an experience I've not...

Mitch Marsh flies home for 'family issues'

Mitch Marsh, an integral part of the Australian squad, has returned to his...

Spinners make Afghanistan favourites against Holland

Afghanistan (6 points) will not only look to secure two points against the...

Why is Sri Lanka wearing black armbands vs India

Sri Lanka players wear black armbands in memory of legendary 'Uncle' Percy...

Injury woes, defeats test NZ's World Cup resilience

New Zealand World Cup campaign on shaky ground as losses, injuries pile up

South Africa, fearless and ready to crush India!

We've beaten India here before: Rassie van der Dussen

Meet World Cup's unstoppable run machine!

De Kock's swansong in the 50-over format having announced his retirement from...

Kohli, Gill's Camaraderie Steals Show

The stage is now set for the young batsman to regain his form and make a...

Jamieson's arrival reshapes New Zealand's WC prospects

New Zealand have summoned Kyle Jamieson to reinforce their Cricket World Cup...

Fit-again Ferguson set for a comeback vs Pakistan

Ferguson walked off the game against Australia last Saturday after...

Is Rohit Sharma Feeling The Pressure?

'I'm aware that one or two off games could suddenly label me a poor captain.'

Wed, Nov 1, 2023
Santner, Jadeja: Impactful fielders at World Cup 2023

It means there are two players from India inside the top 10 for fielding...

World Cup 2023: Hardik ruled out of Sri Lanka game

India will still be without injured vice-captain Hardik Pandya for Thursday's...

India's bowlers not seeking 'rest' despite workload

India captain Rohit Sharma stressed that his bowlers have not asked for any...

World Cup: 'Sky is the limit' for rampaging Proteas

South Africa sealed a comprehensive 190-run victory over New Zealand on...

I am not swinging my bat mindlessly: Rohit

Rohit Sharma reminded every one that he is not just going out there and...

World Cup: South Africa rout Kiwis; close in on semis

South Africa's bowlers chipped away at the wickets to stay on course for a...

Important our kids get to live without fear: Rohit

India captain Rohit Sharma expressed deep concerns about the vitiated air...

'Any team would want a bowling attack like India'

Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood minced no words in admitting that any...

World Cup: No fireworks display in Delhi, Mumbai

BCCI banned the display of fireworks during the World Cup games in Delhi and...

'Garlic naan out': It's a gluten-free diet for Stoinis

The Aussie all-rounder 'invests' in himself with help of a Mumbaii-born chef...

Red-hot India take on struggling Sri Lanka at Wankhede

Sri Lanka are no pushovers but they have faltered more often than not in this...

'We can't seem to get anything going at the moment'

England need a top-eight finish to make the cut for the 2025 Champions Trophy...

Shaheen Afridi is World No.1 ODI bowler!

Meanwhile, Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj and left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep...

Massive blow for Australia ahead of England match

The Australians had been relaxing by playing golf in the city during a...

England all-rounder announces shock retirement

He also clarified that the decision had nothing to do with England's poor run...

Why Wankhede Is 'Special' For Rohit

'What I am today as a cricketer because of the learning that I have had and...

Afghanistan make their own luck with eye on semis spot

Jonathan Trott, who took over the coaching reins in July, said it was the...

Pakistan stick to 'plan' to keep WC campaign alive

Fakhar received the 'Player of the Match' award for his knock.

Will Shreyas Iyer Play Sri Lanka Game?

Who do you think should be part of India's playing for the World Cup match...

Tue, Sep 26, 2023
Rohit's Daddy Time With Samaira

Rohit Sharma enjoyed time out from cricket with wife Ritika and daughter...

Mon, Sep 25, 2023
No fans allowed for Pakistan's WC warm-up in Hyderabad

Pakistan's first warm-up match ahead of the World Cup will be played behind...

Visas for World Cup issued to Pakistani players: ICC

However, confusion remained in the Pakistan camp over the grant of visa.

Will Hasaranga recover in time for World Cup?

Hasaranga sustained the injury during the Lanka Premier League last month and...

Shubman Gill Enters Elite ODI Club

Shubman Gill's century during India's second One Day International against...

Sun, Sep 24, 2023
I keep telling myself competition is against me: Iyer

Shreyas Iyer says it was his unflinching belief in his abilities that helped...

'His maturity on the field is remarkable'

'What makes Shubman Gill stand out is his adaptability.'

Shreyas Iyer settles middle-order debate ahead of WC

The 28-year-old has had to deal with his share of injuries since making his...

Sat, Sep 23, 2023
Rahul's bold declaration: Can India relive 2011 glory?

KL Rahul is optimistic about India's chances in the upcoming World Cup

Gambhir rates Babar Azam higher than Kohli, Rohit

Gambhir expressed his confidence in Babar Azam's potential

Why Suryakumar is India's X-factor at World Cup

In the opening ODI match at Mohali against Australia on Friday, Surya struck...

Shami has no complaints over inconsistent game time

'When I was playing regularly, there must have been someone who had to sit...

Why Gill's 74 At Mohali Was Special

It was his first international match at his home ground in Mohali.

Fri, Sep 22, 2023
Shami will force team think-tank to think differently

It is very difficult not to respect Mohmmed Shami for his mastery over his...

Massive purse for ICC World Cup winners

A total of US$10 million will be distributed by the ICC among all winning...

'The tattoo is inside my heart'

'The Indian team is close to my heart.'

Maxwell reveals his favourite World Cup moments!

For the upcoming World Cup in India, Maxwel bets on Mitchell Marsh to stand...

Big blow for Pakistan as Naseem misses World Cup bus

Aiming for their second Cricket World Cup title, Pakistan will be led by...

Check Out Australia's World Cup Jersey

'Extremely Australian gold, nice bit of indigenous design on the side as...

Thu, Sep 21, 2023
Why Indian batters don't bowl? Dravid blames...

The Indian cricket team think-tank's urge to play more all-rounders in recent...

World Cup: Like Team India Jersey?

Adidas have made one significant change. Instead of the three white stripes...

Wed, Sep 20, 2023
ODI World Cup: 'He's one of India's trump cards'

The Indian cricket team's chief selector Ajit Agarkar lauded the 28-year-old...

Ranveer stars in 2023 World Cup's official anthem

'The anthem takes fans on an epic journey through India on board the One Day...

Siraj is World No 1 bowler in ODIs!

Mohammad Siraj has reclaimed the No 1 position among bowlers in the MRF Tyres...

Mon, Sep 18, 2023
Siraj, Kuldeep open up on their stellar Asia Cup run

With less than a month to go for the World Cup, Siraj said his spell in the...

Kapil backs selectors, says best team picked for WC

There has been a debate on the team selection with some senior players such...

'We want to create new memories for our fans'

India will open their World Cup campaign against Australia in Chennai on...

WC: This Is What The Kiwis Will Wear

New Zealand Cricket dropped the latest threads their team will don at the ICC...

'It is best to temper our expectations'

He added that he was in agreement with head coach Rahul Dravid's tactic of...

Sun, Sep 17, 2023
'I've worked on my arm speed and angles'

Varying the speed of his deliveries and working on the angles have been key...

You get what's in your destiny: Siraj

In overcast conditions, the ball swung both ways and after Jasprit Bumrah...

We are in a tricky situation: Dravid

India head coach Rahul Dravid on Sunday hinted that injuries to the likes of...