Pakistan go down fighting to West Indies in ICC Women’s World Twenty20
Mar 17, 2016, at 06:20 am
Chennai, Mar 16 (IBNS) The West Indies began its journey in the ICC Women’s World Twenty20 2016 on a winning note, defeating Pakistan by four runs in an exciting Group B match in Chennai on Wednesday.
World T20: New Zealand upset India, win match by 47 runs
Mar 16, 2016, at 04:43 am
Nagpur, Mar 15 (IBNS) Keeping their win rate to a hundred percent against India in T20 international matches, New Zealand stunned the hosts in the inaugural encounter of the 2016 ICC World T20 by 47 runs here on Tuesday.
Last chance for me to deliver: Waqar Younus
Mar 12, 2016, at 09:43 pm
Islamabad, Mar 12 (IBNS) Looking forward to the ICC World T20 ahead, Pakistan team’s head coach Waqar Younus has said it is the last chance for him, captain Shahid Afridi and the entire team to make the nation proud.
Draw of tickets of ICC WT20 2016 India matches, Semi Finals and Finals concludes
Mar 04, 2016, at 08:36 pm
Dubai, Mar 4 (IBNS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday concluded the random draw of the lottery system for all the four India matches, the semi-finals (Men and Women) and the final (Men and Women) of ICC World Twenty20 India 2016.
ICC condoles the passing of Martin Crowe
Mar 03, 2016, at 10:28 pm
Dubai, Mar 3 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has expressed its sadness at the passing of ICC Cricket Hall of Famer and former New Zealand captain Martin Crowe, who died Thursday aged 53.
Asia Cup: Bangladesh defeat Sri Lanka by 23 runs to remain in the contest
Feb 29, 2016, at 05:58 am
Dhaka, Feb 29 (IBNS) Host team Bangladesh downed Sri Lanka by 23 runs in an Asia Cup encounter to win the match and remain in the contest, here on Sunday.
Kohli fined 30 per cent for breaching ICC Code of Conduct
Feb 28, 2016, at 11:25 pm
Dubai, Feb 28 (IBNS) India’s Virat Kohli has been fined 30 per cent of his match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during his side’s Asia Cup T20 match against Pakistan in Mirpur on Saturday.
Asia Cup: Bangladesh defeat UAE by 51 runs
Feb 27, 2016, at 05:35 am
Dhaka, Feb 27 (IBNS) Chasing a relatively low target, the UAE batsmen faltered yet again to handover Bangladesh a much needed 51 runs victory, here on Friday.
19 men's players set to feature in 6th ICC World Twenty20 India 2016
Feb 24, 2016, at 03:38 am
Dubai, Feb 23 (IBNS): The 27-day ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 will begin in Nagpur on March 8 with 19 men's players set to feature in their sixth straight event, while 29 women's cricketers will make their fifth successive appearance.
Hazlewood fined 15 per cent for breaching ICC Code of Conduct
Feb 23, 2016, at 11:59 pm
Dubai, Feb 23 (IBNS) Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the fourth day’s play in the second Test against New Zealand in Christchurch on Tuesday.
Bangladesh claims third place in ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2016
Feb 14, 2016, at 01:49 am
Dhaka, Feb 13 (IBNS) Host Bangladesh squeezed past Sri Lanka with three deliveries to spare, to take third place in the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2016 with a three-wicket win in Fatullah on Saturday.
Namibia stuns defending champion South Africa to make quarter-finals
Feb 01, 2016, at 12:43 am
Dubai, Jan 31 (IBNS) Qualifier Namibia upset defending champion South Africa by two wickets in a thrilling chase to join host Bangladesh in the quarterfinals from Group A of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup on Sunday.
ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2016 set to become most watched event to date
Jan 26, 2016, at 11:20 pm
Dubai, Jan 26 (IBNS) The future stars of international cricket are primed to become household names as the ICC is set to produce live coverage of a record 20 matches from the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup Bangladesh 2016 which, in turn, will be aired around the world by 15 broadcasters.
Rohit Sharma storms up ODI batting charts
Jan 24, 2016, at 07:53 pm
Dubai, Jan 24 (IBNS): India's Rohit Sharma has surged into the top five of the MRF Tyres ICC Player Rankings for ODI Batsmen after stellar performances in the just-concluded series against Australia, which the world champion and number-one ranked side won 4-1.
Cricket greats Dravid, Atherton and Smith excited about ICC U19 Cricket World Cup
Jan 21, 2016, at 10:39 pm
Dubai, Jan 21 (IBNS) Cricket greats Rahul Dravid, Michael Atherton and Graeme Smith are looking forward to the ICC U19 World Cup, saying the "fantastic" tournament gives the young players the chance to test themselves against the best in their age group.
ICC announces MRF Tyres as Global Partner
Jan 20, 2016, at 09:36 pm
Dubai, Jan 20 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) and MRF Tyres, a market leader in automotive tyres, on Wednesday announced a four-year deal which confirms MRF Tyres as a Global Partner for ICC events from 2016-20.
ICC launches Cricket for Good & Team Swachh campaign in partnership with UNICEF and BCCI
Jan 19, 2016, at 01:26 am
Mumbai, Jan 18 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday reaffirmed its commitment to the Spirit of Cricket and bringing about positive social change through the sport, by launching Cricket for Good, it’s CSR Programme, in association with UNICEF.
Bangladesh rely on home advantage and experience to topple South Africa
Jan 17, 2016, at 05:46 pm
Dubai, Jan 17 (IBNS) Bangladesh hopes to use home advantage and an experienced squad to make a flying start in the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup Bangladesh 2017 by beating defending champion South Africa in the tournament opener in Chittagong on January 27.
Match officials for ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2016 announced
Jan 15, 2016, at 08:07 pm
Dubai, Jan 15 (IBNS) The ICC on Friday announced the match officials for the upcoming ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2016, to be held from 27 January to 14 February in Bangladesh.
18 players set to take part in their second ICC U19 Cricket World Cup
Jan 14, 2016, at 10:33 pm
Dubai, Jan 14 (IBNS) The 11th edition of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup will be played across four cities in Bangladesh from January 27 to February 14, featuring nine Test-playing nations and seven the Associate and Affiliate members – Afghanistan, Canada, Fiji, Ireland, Namibia, Nepal and Scotland.
Current stars talk about the significance of ICC U19 Cricket World Cup
Jan 14, 2016, at 01:30 am
Dubai, Jan 13 (IBNS) As the 11th edition of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup in Bangladesh from 27 January to 14 February 2016 draws near, current international captains like India’s Virat Kohli reflect on how their participations in past events have helped them grow as cricketers.
India must win one match against Australia to retain second position
Jan 10, 2016, at 08:03 pm
Dubai, Jan 10 (IBNS): World champion Australia goes head to head with former World Cup winner India in a five-match ODI series in Perth on Tuesday with its number-one ranking in the ICC ODI Team Championship secured.
Preparations for ICC U19 Cricket World Cup Bangladesh 2016 to continue: ICC
Jan 05, 2016, at 09:03 pm
Dubai, Jan 5 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council on Tuesday said it will continue to prepare for this month’s ICC U19 Cricket World Cup Bangladesh 2016 despite Australia withdrawing its team from the event and expressing its concerns about the safety and security of its squad and management.
Steve Smith wins the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year 2015
Dec 23, 2015, at 08:40 pm
Dubai, Dec 23 (IBNS) Steve Smith has become the fourth Australia player and 11th player overall to win the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy after being named as the ICC Cricketer of the Year 2015.
Nagpur pitch receives official warning
Dec 22, 2015, at 12:10 am
Dubai, Dec 21 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced that Jamtha Stadium, Nagpur, has been given an official warning under the ICC Pitch Monitoring Process following the third Test between India and South Africa.
ICC partners with Hotstar for exclusive digital clips in India for ICC Events from 2016 to 2019
Dec 22, 2015, at 12:00 am
Dubai, Dec 21 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) is pleased to announce that Novi Digital Entertainment Private Limited (“Noviâ€) has been appointed as the exclusive digital clips licensee in India for all ICC Events from 2016-2019.
ICC World Twenty20 trophy departs on global journey on Sunday
Dec 12, 2015, at 08:29 pm
New Delhi, Dec 12 (IBNS) The ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 trophy will embark on a global journey from Mumbai on Sunday, 13 December, before returning to New Delhi on Feb 1.
ICC World Twenty20 India 2016 schedule announced
Dec 11, 2015, at 07:23 pm
Dubai, Dec 11 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced the groups and schedule of the ICC World Twenty20 India 2016, which will be staged across eight venues in India from March 8 to April 3.
ICC announces OPPO as global partner
Dec 10, 2015, at 07:55 pm
Dubai, Dec 10 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced an exciting new global partnership with OPPO, one of the world’s leading mobile telephone device companies, on a four-year deal which runs from 2016 until 2020.
Dhawan reported for suspect bowling action
Dec 09, 2015, at 05:44 pm
Dubai, Dec 9 (IBNS) India’s Shikhar Dhawan has been reported with a suspect bowling action during the fourth Test against South Africa, which the host won in New Delhi on Monday.