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ICC announces 12 stadiums to host ODI World Cup 2027, reveals logo
Cricket | Jul 30, 2026, 10:55 PM ISTICC has announced 12 venues for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The tournament will return to Africa after 24 years and feature a new three-stage format with 57 matches involving 14 teams.
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India reclaim top spot in ICC T20I rankings after thumping victory over Zimbabwe in Harare
Cricket | Jul 26, 2026, 01:05 PM ISTWith the Indian team winning the second T20I of the ongoing series against Zimbabwe, the Men in Blue once again reached the top spot in the ICC's Men's T20I team rankings, dethroning England once more after the second T20I win over Zimbabwe.
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ICC shakes qualification pathway ahead of ODI World Cup 2027, announces revised model
Cricket | Jul 18, 2026, 12:56 AM ISTThe ICC has revised the qualification pathway for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Only the Qualifier winner will earn direct entry to the main tournament, while the next three teams must survive an additional Super Series to advance further.
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Mohammad Nawaz sanctioned by the ICC, found in breach of anti-doping code
Cricket | Jul 17, 2026, 02:57 PM ISTPakistan spinner Mohammad Nawaz has been sanctioned by the ICC (International Cricket Council) after he was found in breach of the ICC's anti-doping code and will be serving three months of ineligibility.
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India and Pakistan can meet each other three times in ODI World Cup 2027; here's how
Cricket | Jul 15, 2026, 05:44 PM ISTIndia and Pakistan have never met each other more than once in a single ODI World Cup edition, but the format for the 2027 tournament gives a possibility of three matches in a single tournament. Check how the rivals can have a hat-trick of clashes.
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Major change in ODI World Cup on cards? ICC considers reducing teams; WTC semifinal likely
Cricket | Jul 14, 2026, 08:13 PM ISTThe ODI World Cup might have a reduction in teams from 14 to 12 as the ICC is considering a major change. The World Test Championship might also have semifinals to make the middle table more fascinating.
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Alongside Sourav Ganguly, another legendary cricketer inducted into ICC's Hall of Fame
Cricket | Jul 12, 2026, 01:39 AM ISTKevin Pietersen has been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, recognising his outstanding international career. The former England batter scored 13,797 runs across formats, played a key role in the 2005 Ashes triumph and later became England’s highest run-scorer.
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ICC announces 'Return to Play Post-Pregnancy' guidelines; check what the policies say?
Cricket | Jun 22, 2026, 06:28 PM ISTThe International Cricket Council has laid several guidelines for the return to play post-pregnancy for women cricketers. West Indies' Afy Fletcher, who returned to the sport after giving birth to a son in 2021, praised the step while emphasising her comeback.
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Why has ICC approved pink ball trial for Day Tests? Board also brings IPL-like rule in ODIs, T20Is
Cricket | Jun 02, 2026, 11:42 AM ISTThe Pink Ball Test matches have been in practice since November 2015. These matches were introduced to cater to more spectators after their working hours. Meanwhile, the ICC has also introduced an IPL-like rule in the ODIs and T20Is.
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Why did ICC suspend Cricket Canada's membership after board meeting in Ahmedabad?
Cricket | Jun 01, 2026, 05:57 PM ISTThe ICC (International Cricket Council) took centre stage and announced that they will suspend the membership of the Canada Cricket Association with immediate effect. Despite the suspension, Canada will be allowed to partcipate in various ICC events.
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ICC slaps Pakistan with hefty fine, hands WTC points deduction after first Test loss
Cricket | May 15, 2026, 04:32 PM ISTThe ICC (International Cricket Council) has come forward and announced that Pakistan's side has been docked eight points in their World Test Championship table, and the players have been slapped with a hefty 40 per cent match fee fine for maintaining a slow over-rate.
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Sanju Samon wins ICC player of the month award after heroic T20 World Cup 2026 showcase
Cricket | Apr 14, 2026, 03:11 PM ISTStar India batter Sanju Samson has won the ICC Player of the Month award for March 2026. He won the award ahead the likes of Jasprit Bumrah and Connor Esterhuizen. Furthermore, New Zealand women's Amelia Kerr won the award in the women's category.
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ICC announces record prize money for Women's T20 World Cup 2026 as tournament expands to 12 teams
Cricket | Apr 13, 2026, 04:40 PM ISTThe International Cricket Council has increased the prize money for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 by 10%. The tournament will witness 12 teams for the first time and will be played in England and Wales.
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ICC announces Player of the Month award winners, Arundhati Reddy bags women's honour
Cricket | Mar 23, 2026, 03:59 PM ISTArundhati Reddy was the star for India in their 2-1 T20I series win over Australia last month. She has been rewarded for her performances and has bagged the ICC Women's Player of the Month award.
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ICC reprimands Salman Agha for on-field outburst following controversial run-out vs Bangladesh
Cricket | Mar 14, 2026, 04:37 PM ISTThe ICC has reprimanded Pakistan cricketer Salman Ali Agha for his outburst following the controversial run-out against Bangladesh in the second ODI. Salman was unhappy with the decision and exchanged words with Mehidy, then threw his gloves away.
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How much prize money did India win after T20 World Cup 2026 triumph? ICC reveals
Cricket | Mar 11, 2026, 05:39 PM ISTICC has confirmed the prize money of the Indian team and the other 19 teams in the T20 World Cup 2026. The World Body has confirmed the record-breaking increase to prize money and a total of $ 11.25 million have been distributed among 20 teams.
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Abhishek Sharma retains top spot, Ishan moves into second after latest ICC T20I ranking update
Cricket | Mar 11, 2026, 01:54 PM ISTThe ICC (International Cricket Council) updated its rankings, and with India winning the T20 World Cup 2026, there were several star players who jumped up in the ranks. Abhishek Sharma stays in the top batter spot, with Ishan Kishan closing in.
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West Indies players set to travel back home on commercial flights amid West Asia tensions
Cricket | Mar 11, 2026, 07:05 AM ISTThe ICC (International Cricket Council) made several attempts to help the West Indies squad travel back home after they were stranded in Kolkata. However, the CWI (Cricket West Indies) came forward to announce that the side will not travel back home on commercial flights.
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Arshdeep Singh handed 15% fine for breaching ICC Code of Conduct in T20 World Cup 2026 final
Cricket | Mar 10, 2026, 04:28 PM ISTArshdeep Singh was fined 15% of his match fee and given a demerit point for breaching the International Cricket Council Code of Conduct during the T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand. He threw the ball towards Daryl Mitchell in the 11th over, leading to a verbal altercation.
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12 teams earn direct qualification for T20 World Cup 2028, ICC announces
Cricket | Feb 19, 2026, 07:18 AM ISTThe International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed 12 teams have earned direct qualification for the 2028 T20 World Cup, including co-hosts Australia and New Zealand. The remaining eight spots will be decided through qualifiers over the next two years.