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International Cricket Council (ICC): News

15 Aug 2026
Mahatma Gandhi

ICC may start 2027 ODI World Cup on October 2

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering starting the 2027 ODI World Cup on October 2, the day of Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary, as per Cricbuzz.

13 Aug 2026
Harbhajan Singh

'No interest in watching ODIs,' says former spinner Harbhajan Singh

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh has expressed his views on the future of international cricket, particularly One-Day Internationals (ODIs).

12 Aug 2026
ICC Cricket World Cup

What's the future of 'randomly scheduled' bilateral series?

Sanjog Gupta, the International Cricket Council (ICC) CEO, has said that the era of "randomly scheduled" bilateral series should come to an end.

11 Aug 2026
ICC Cricket World Cup

'Disappointing and disrespectful': Scotland, Netherlands slam ICC over WC changes

Cricket Scotland and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association (KNCB) have slammed the International Cricket Council (ICC) for its decision to change the structure of the Men's ODI World Cup 2027.

05 Aug 2026
ICC Cricket World Cup

ODI World Cup 2027: Explaining revamped qualification and tournament pathway

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that the 2027 ODI World Cup Qualifier will be held from February 22 to March 23.

04 Aug 2026
Graeme Smith

Graeme Smith welcomes ODI World Cup's return to Africa: Details

Former South African Graeme Smith has welcomed the return of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup to Africa after more than two decades.

30 Jul 2026
Jay Shah

2027 Men's ODI World Cup: Venues announced for Africa-hosted event

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the venues for the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup. The tournament will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

29 Jul 2026
ICC Cricket World Cup

Beyond ICC World Cup 2027: How can ODIs stay relevant?

The International Cricket Council (ICC) recently tweaked the 2027 ODI World Cup format to elevate competitive standards.

29 Jul 2026
Andrew McDonald

Australia call for larger squads at 2027 ODI World Cup

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has called for an increase in squad sizes for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup.

23 Jul 2026
ICC World Test Championship

The Oval to host 2027 ICC WTC final: Details here

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that The Oval in London will host the 2027 World Test Championship final from June 9.

20 Jul 2026
ICC Awards

Nathan Smith named ICC Men's Player of the Month (June)

New Zealand's Nathan Smith has been awarded the ICC Men's Player of the Month for June 2026.

18 Jul 2026
Daryl Mitchell

Revamped ODI World Cup format criticized by international captains

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has come under fire from several international captains and players for its newly approved Men's ODI World Cup format.

17 Jul 2026
Cricket News

ICC announces major change in 2027 ODI World Cup format

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a major change in the format of the 2027 ODI World Cup.

17 Jul 2026
Mohammad Nawaz

ICC bans Pakistan's Mohammad Nawaz for this reason: Details

Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz has been handed a three-month ban by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for violating its anti-doping code.

15 Jul 2026
ICC Cricket World Cup

Explained: Revamped format of ODI and T20 World Cups

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced major changes to the formats for its marquee men's events - the ODI World Cup and the T20 World Cup.

14 Jul 2026
ICC Cricket World Cup

WTC semi-finals? ICC proposes major changes to global tournaments

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering major changes to the structure of its global tournaments.

11 Jul 2026
Ben Stokes

ICC clears ECB over Ben Stokes's retirement video release

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has cleared the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) of any wrongdoing over the release of Ben Stokes's retirement video.

09 Jul 2026
Ben Stokes

'Sack him': Ben Stokes on ICC's probe over retirement announcement

Former England captain Ben Stokes has reacted after the International Cricket Council (ICC) questioned the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) over a potential protocol breach linked to his retirement announcement.

09 Jul 2026
Ben Stokes

ICC probes Ben Stokes's retirement announcement: What it means

According to a BBC report, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has reached out to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) regarding Ben Stokes's retirement announcement.

09 Jul 2026
Sourav Ganguly

Sourav Ganguly joins ICC Hall of Fame on 54th birthday

Former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly has been inducted into the International Cricket Council (ICC) Hall of Fame.

08 Jul 2026
Roston Chase

WTC: West Indies penalized for slow over-rate in drawn Test

West Indies have been penalized by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for a slow over-rate in their second Test against Sri Lanka.

02 Jul 2026
Jay Shah

Shah Rukh Khan inaugurates LA Knight Riders's cricket stadium

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and his Knight Riders Group (KRG) have inaugurated a state-of-the-art cricket stadium in Los Angeles, California.

29 Jun 2026
ICC Women's T20 World Cup

Cricket at LA28 Olympics: Here's how teams will qualify

Cricket will make its long-awaited return to the Olympic Games at LA28, thanks to a partnership between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

22 Jun 2026
Cricket News

ICC launches guidelines for post-pregnancy return: All we know

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has launched its 'Return to Play Post-Pregnancy Guidelines' for female cricketers.

22 Jun 2026
Hashmatullah Shahidi

ICC reprimands Afghanistan's ODI captain Hashmatullah Shahidi: Here's why

Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi has been reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for violating Level 1 of its Code of Conduct.

22 Jun 2026
England Cricket Team

England docked WTC points after Oval Test defeat: Here's why

England have been penalized for maintaining a slow over-rate during their second Test against New Zealand at The Oval.

11 Jun 2026
ICC Cricket World Cup

Men's ODI World Cup 2027 to begin on October 4

The 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup will take place from October 4 to November 21, ESPNcricinfo reported.

ICC deems Lord's pitch 'unsatisfactory' after England-New Zealand Test

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has deemed the pitch at Lord's "unsatisfactory" following last week's first Test between England and New Zealand.

07 Jun 2026
Bangladesh Cricket Board

BCB election: Tamim confident of his presidency

Tamim Iqbal, the interim head of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), is gearing up for the upcoming BCB election on June 7.

02 Jun 2026
Cricket News

Women's Champions Trophy 2027 rescheduled to February: Here's why

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rescheduled the inaugural Women's Champions Trophy 2027, from June-July to a two-week window in February.

01 Jun 2026
Test Cricket

ICC approves pink-ball trial in day Tests: What it means

In a major move, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved the trial of using a pink ball in day Test matches.

01 Jun 2026
ICC Women's T20 World Cup

Pakistan to host 2028 WT20 WC: What about India's matches?

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that India's matches in the 2028 Women's T20 World Cup will be played at a neutral venue.

01 Jun 2026
Cricket News

ICC suspends Cricket Canada over corruption allegations: Details here

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has suspended Cricket Canada from its membership with immediate effect.

30 May 2026
Jay Shah

ICC appoints Dr. Ros Rivaz as independent director: Details here

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed Dr. Ros Rivaz as its new Independent Director.

28 May 2026
ICC Women's T20 World Cup

Women's T20 World Cup 2026: ICC unveils all-female official panel

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced an all-female panel of match officials for the impending Women's T20 World Cup.

23 May 2026
Cricket News

ICC proposes switching red to pink ball mid-Test

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering a major overhaul of the playing conditions for red-ball, white-ball, and pink-ball cricket.

16 May 2026
ICC World Test Championship

ICC to discuss future of World Test Championship: Details here

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to discuss the future of the World Test Championship (WTC) in its upcoming meetings next week, as per ESPNcricinfo.

'BCCI controls ICC': SA's Simon Harmer on global dominance

South African off-spinner Simon Harmer has raised concerns over India's growing dominance in international cricket.

27 Apr 2026
Lungi Ngidi

IPL 2026: Injured Lungi Ngidi set to miss upcoming matches

Star South African pacer Lungi Ngidi will miss at least two upcoming matches for Delhi Capitals, as he recovers from an injury sustained during their IPL 2026 game against Punjab Kings.

23 Apr 2026
Nepal Cricket Team

ICC penalizes Muhammad Waseem for biased umpiring remark in Nepal

UAE cricket captain Muhammad Waseem has been fined 15% of his match fee and awarded one demerit point for saying the umpiring was biased during the second T20I against Nepal in Kirtipur.

22 Apr 2026
Mohammad Nawaz

Pakistan's Mohammad Nawaz under investigation for failed drug test

Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Nawaz is under investigation by the Pakistan Cricket Board(PCB) after testing positive for recreational drug use, reported ESPNcricinfo.

10 Apr 2026
Test Cricket

ICC considers one-off Tests for next WTC cycle: Details here

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering the inclusion of one-off Test matches in the next cycle of the World Test Championship (WTC), as per ESPNcricinfo.

07 Apr 2026
Bangladesh Cricket Board

BCB president faces mass resignation amid electoral malpractice allegations

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is in the middle of a major crisis, with its president Aminul Islam Bulbul facing serious allegations from board directors.