New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Marking the occasion of International Olympic Day, the International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah backed the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) global initiatives to “harness the power of sports for promoting health, well-being, and active community engagement.” Olympic Day is a celebration of sport, health, and active lifestyles. It is celebrated each year on June 23 commemorate the day the IOC was founded at the Sorbonne in Paris, as Pierre de Couberti…
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New Delhi, June 22 (IANS) After the International Cricket Council unveiled a comprehensive set of ‘Return to Play Post-Pregnancy Guidelines’ to safeguard the welfare of female cricketers who choose to start a family and return to competitive cricket, Chairman Jay Shah said the policies are a reminder that no player should have to choose between motherhood and representing her country at the highest level.”The continued growth of women’s cricket must be built on opportunity, inclusion, and care f…
Dubai, June 22 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday launched its return to play post‑pregnancy guidelines, offering female cricketers, member boards, and medical staff a structured framework to support players resuming competitive cricket after childbirth.The guidelines, as part of the ICC’s broader 100% Cricket initiative, aim to normalise conversations around women’s health and ensure that motherhood and professional cricket are not seen as mutually exclusive. The gui…
Colombo, June 19 (IANS) The Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), Jay Shah, and the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Devajit Saikia, met with the leadership of Sri Lanka Cricket during a brief visit to Colombo on Friday, at which the two parties discussed issues related to governance transition and constitutional and administrative reforms.The discussions were cordial and constructive, focusing on the current status of cricket administration in Sri La…
Dubai, June 12 (IANS) International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah has extended his best wishes to all 12 nations that will be participating in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, which started with a clash between co-hosts England and Sri Lanka at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on Friday.Jay Shah praised the players for their commitment, talent, and determination, which he said will inspire fans for generations.”As the ICC Women’s #T20WorldCup begins, I extend my best wishes to all 12 participati…
Glasgow, June 9 (IANS) Former Australian cricket star Matthew Hayden has joined Glasgow Cosmic as co-owner and head coach ahead of the inaugural European T20 Premier League (ETPL), marking a significant addition to the franchise’s leadership team.A World Cup winner and one of the most successful opening batters in cricket history, Hayden said the franchise’s vision and ambition were key factors behind his decision to come on board. “What attracted me most was the vision behind the project….
Dubai, June 9 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has handed one demerit point each to Lord’s in London and the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore after pitches used in recent international fixtures were rated “Unsatisfactory” under the ICC Pitch and Outfield Monitoring Process.The sanction follows assessments submitted by match referees after the opening Test of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle between England and New Zealand at Lord’s and the third ODI between Pakistan and Austr…
Dubai, June 8 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a top-tier, female-led commentary team for the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup, showcasing the range of expertise, experience, and impact fuelling the global expansion of women’s cricket. The commentary team includes for captains and international stars Mithali Raj, Tash Farrant, Anjum Chopra, Simon Doull, Veda Krishnamurthy, Sana Mir, Isobel Joyce, and Katey Martin.The line-up also consists several ICC World Cup winners w…
London, June 7 (IANS) The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has admitted it was “naturally frustrated” by the Lord’s pitch used in the opening Test between England and New Zealand after concerns over excessive seam movement and variable bounce dominated discussion throughout the match. The four-day contest ended with England winning by 115 runs against New Zealand. However, the pitch faced harsh criticism after 40 wickets fell in just 166 overs.Throughout the game, the pitch produced uneven bounce, …
New Chandigarh, June 5 (IANS) Afghanistan head coach Richard Pybus has urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to provide his team with a structured Test calendar, insisting that sporadic one‑off matches are not enough to sustain red‑ball cricket in the country.Afghanistan, which gained Test status in 2018, will play their second Test against India, starting on Saturday. “You come to India, and you play India in India, it’s one of the great challenges in world cricket, and it alway…