International Cricket Council (ICC)
ICC chief ‘directly linked to BJP’ in a way that wasn't happening before: Cricket analyst
Australian cricket analyst Jarrod Kimber says cricket governance remains deeply influenced by India, citing Jay Shah’s BJP links, BCCI power, conflicts of interest, financial opacity and administrators’ anticipation of Indian preferences in global cricket.
August 19, 2026
ICC approves pink ball trial in test cricket to reduce bad-light interruptions
Allows the replacement of red balls with pink balls in test matches during poor light, aiming to reduce stoppages and maximize playing time without compromising visibility.
June 2, 2026
Pakistan to host ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2028
Two spots in the 12-team field are determined through a 10-team Global Qualifier, with additional qualification places allocated through regional pathways.
June 1, 2026