ICC World Cup, 2011

Amid speculation that Indian cricketers are unhappy with the prize money announced for their World Cup win, the BCCI increased it from Rs one crore to Rs two crore each.

Yuvraj Singh, who was named World Cup's man-of-the-tournament, on Tuesday complimented MS Dhoni for his match-winning knock of 91 not out in the final.

Gary Kirsten was grateful to India and its team, while Sachin Tendulkar was still speechless after India's World Cup win. MS Dhoni remained his calm self.

Afridi heaps praise on India and Dhoni after the media furor over his unflattering remarks on the Indian media.

The Lankan team thought that 274 was a good total but "God does not give everything", the off-spinner recalled about last Saturday's final at the Wankhede stadium.

Gary Kirsten appreciated the sentiments of Indian players, who want him to stay as coach of the ICC World Cup 2011 winning team, but politely refused to honour the wish.

Trevor Bayliss feels Greg Chappell played a significant role in grooming youngsters during his stint as the coach of India

Ramiz Raja heaped praise on the Indian captain and compared him to directors who pick stars for their movies.

Enraged by the ICC's decision to cut the number of teams in the 2015 WC, the Irish cricket authorities and captain Porterfield said the move is an "absolute disgrace".

Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi said on Tuesday his derogatory remarks about Indians and the Indian media had been taken out of context as he sought to counter anger over the comments.