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Int'l Cricket Council
a day ago
- Politics
- Int'l Cricket Council
Outcomes after ICC Annual Conference in Singapore
The International Cricket Council (ICC) held its Annual Conference in Singapore, where the Board received an update on progress relating to the support for displaced women cricketers of Afghan descent. This initiative is being advanced through a collaborative effort led by the ICC, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), and Cricket Australia (CA), under the supervision of ICC Deputy Chair Mr Imran Khwaja. The programme aims to deliver structured support through high-performance initiatives, domestic playing opportunities, and engagement at key ICC global events, including the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 in India and the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in England. In relation to USA Cricket, the ICC reiterated its previous position and confirmed that the organisation remains on notice. USA Cricket is required to undertake comprehensive governance reforms, including but not limited to completing free and fair elections within a three-month period. The Board, however, reserves the right to take such actions as it deems appropriate. The Board also confirmed the awarding of hosting rights for the ICC World Test Championship Finals for the 2027, 2029, and 2031 editions to the England and Wales Cricket Board, following a successful track record in hosting recent finals. Additionally, Mr Gurumurthy Palani (France Cricket), Mr Anuraag Bhatnagar (Cricket Hong Kong, China), and Mr Gurdeep Klair (Cricket Canada) were elected to the ICC Chief Executives' Committee (CEC) as Associate Member representatives. Formal votes of thanks were recorded to outgoing ICC Chief Executive Mr Geoff Allardice, and to departing CEC members Mr Sumod Damodar (Botswana Cricket Association), Mr Rashpal Bajwa (Cricket Canada), and Mr Umair Butt (Cricket Denmark), for their service to the global game. Two new members joined the ICC family to take the total membership to 110 members with Timor-Leste Cricket Federation and Zambia Cricket Union formally becoming ICC Associate members. The ICC AGM also formally adopted the annual report and audited accounts of the ICC Group for the year 2024 together with the auditor's report.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
England Remains Destination For WTC Finals, ECB To Host Next Three Editions
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday awarded the hosting rights for the next three editions of World Test Championship finals to England. The global body made the decision at its annual conference which concluded in Singapore Sunday. The three WTC finals scheduled in 2027, 2029 and 2031 after completion of two year cycles will in all likelihood be held in June, which is the time for the cricket season in England. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has already hosted the 2021 final in Southampton (India vs New Zealand), 2023 summit clash at the Oval in London (India vs Australia) and the 2025 edition finale at the Lord's (South Africa vs Australia). ".....the England and Wales Cricket Board have been awarded hosting rights for the next three World Test Championship Finals. The first three editions of the WTC Final were held at different venues in England, with Lord's hosting the most recent final between South Africa and Australia last month," the ICC stated in a release. Since the scheduling of the WTC cycle is such that only possible country where there is likely to be least weather intervention in June is England. Australia's cricket season runs from October to March. "We are absolutely delighted that England and Wales has been chosen to host the next three ICC World Test Championship Finals," Richard Gould, ECB CEO, said. "It's a testament to the passion that fans in this country have for this treasured format of the game and the willingness of supporters from around the world to travel here for these games. "Hosting these finals is a privilege, and we look forward to working with the ICC to build on the success of the previous editions," he added. In case of India, Test cricket isn't the most popular format and if India doesn't play the final, then there would be bare minimum footfalls even if top cricketing nations play the summit clash. New Associate Members The ICC also welcomed two new members in Timor Leste Cricket Federation and Zambia Cricket Union which were included as Associate Members, taking the ICC's total membership to 110. USA Cricket given 3 months to set house in Order Among other decisions, the USA Cricket has been given three additional months to undertake comprehensive governance reforms, including but not limited to completing free and fair elections within the period. USA Cricket has been facing non compliance issue for the longest time and there is a suspension looming large on the immediate regime if they don't set their house on order. New Members in ICC CEC Among other announcements, Mr Gurumurthy Palani (France Cricket), Mr Anuraag Bhatnagar (Cricket Hong Kong, China) and Mr Gurdeep Klair (Cricket Canada) were elected to the ICC Chief Executives' Committee (CEC) as Associate Member representatives.
News18
2 days ago
- Sport
- News18
England remains destination for WTC finals, ECB to host next three editions
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Singapore, Jul 20 (PTI) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday awarded the hosting rights for the next three editions of World Test Championship finals to England. The global body made the decision at its annual conference which concluded here Sunday. The three WTC finals scheduled in 2027, 2029 and 2031 after completion of two year cycles will in all likelihood be held in June, which is the time for the cricket season in England. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has already hosted the 2021 final in Southampton (India vs New Zealand), 2023 summit clash at the Oval in London (India vs Australia) and the 2025 edition finale at the Lord's (South Africa vs Australia). '…..the England and Wales Cricket Board have been awarded hosting rights for the next three World Test Championship Finals. The first three editions of the WTC Final were held at different venues in England, with Lord's hosting the most recent final between South Africa and Australia last month," the ICC stated in a release. Since the scheduling of the WTC cycle is such that only possible country where there is likely to be least weather intervention in June is England. Australia's cricket season runs from October to March. 'We are absolutely delighted that England and Wales has been chosen to host the next three ICC World Test Championship Finals," Richard Gould, ECB CEO, said. 'It's a testament to the passion that fans in this country have for this treasured format of the game and the willingness of supporters from around the world to travel here for these games. 'Hosting these finals is a privilege, and we look forward to working with the ICC to build on the success of the previous editions," he added. In case of India, Test cricket isn't the most popular format and if India doesn't play the final, then there would be bare minimum footfalls even if top cricketing nations play the summit clash. New Associate Members ================ The ICC also welcomed two new members in Timor Leste Cricket Federation and Zambia Cricket Union which were included as Associate Members, taking the ICC's total membership to 110. USA Cricket given 3 months to set house in Order =============================== Among other decisions, the USA Cricket has been given three additional months to undertake comprehensive governance reforms, including but not limited to completing free and fair elections within the period. USA Cricket has been facing non compliance issue for the longest time and there is a suspension looming large on the immediate regime if they don't set their house on order. New Members in ICC CEC =============== Among other announcements, Mr Gurumurthy Palani (France Cricket), Mr Anuraag Bhatnagar (Cricket Hong Kong, China) and Mr Gurdeep Klair (Cricket Canada) were elected to the ICC Chief Executives' Committee (CEC) as Associate Member representatives. PTI KHS AT KHS AT AT AT view comments First Published: July 20, 2025, 19:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
2 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
England and Wales Cricket Board secure hosting rights for World Test Championship finals till 2031; check details
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has secured the hosting rights of the World Test Championship (WTC) finals for the next three editions, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced. This decision, announced during ICC's Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Singapore on July 20, 2025, confirms that ECB, which successfully hosted the previous three WTC finals in 2021, 2023, and 2025, will remain the epicenter of Test cricket's pinnacle event until 2031. The ICC's decision to award hosting rights to the ECB for the next three WTC finals reflects confidence in their ability to manage high-profile cricket events. 'The Board also confirmed the awarding of hosting rights for the ICC World Test Championship Finals for the 2027, 2029, and 2031 editions to the England and Wales Cricket Board, following a successful track record in hosting recent finals,' the ICC stated. 2021, Southampton's Rose Bowl: New Zealand clinched the inaugural title, defeating India. 2023, The Oval, London: Australia triumphed over India, showcasing their dominance in the red-ball format. 2025, Lord's, London: South Africa claimed the title, overpowering Australia in a thrilling clash last month. The ICC AGM also addressed other matters. The ICC welcomed the Timor Leste Cricket Federation and the Zambia Cricket Union as Associate Members, increasing its membership to 110. USA Cricket was granted a three-month period to implement governance reforms, including conducting fair elections. The ICC Chief Executives' Committee (CEC) saw new appointments, with Mr. Gurumurthy Palani (France Cricket), Mr. Anuraag Bhatnagar (Cricket Hong Kong, China), and Mr. Gurdeep Klair (Cricket Canada) elected as Associate Member representatives. The ICC outlined its initiative to support displaced women cricketers of Afghan descent, led by Deputy Chair Mr. Imran Khwaja in collaboration with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), ECB, and Cricket Australia (CA). These players will have opportunities to participate in ICC events, including the Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 and the T20 World Cup in England next year, alongside access to high-performance programs and domestic playing opportunities.
Int'l Cricket Council
2 days ago
- Politics
- Int'l Cricket Council
ICC provides update on displaced Afghan women cricketers' initiative
During the conference, it was also announced that the England and Wales Cricket Board have been awarded hosting rights for the next three World Test Championship Finals. The first three editions of the WTC Final were held at different venues in England, with Lord's hosting the most recent final between South Africa and Australia last month. The ICC also welcomed two new Members, with Timor Leste Cricket Federation and Zambia Cricket Union included as Associate Members, taking the ICC's total membership to 110. A decision was also made on USA Cricket, who have been given three additional months to undertake comprehensive governance reforms, including but not limited to completing free and fair elections within the period. Among other announcements, Mr Gurumurthy Palani (France Cricket), Mr Anuraag Bhatnagar (Cricket Hong Kong, China) and Mr Gurdeep Klair (Cricket Canada) were elected to the ICC Chief Executives' Committee (CEC) as Associate Member representatives.
