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The International Cricket Council (ICC) is the international governing body of cricket. It was founded as the Imperial Cricket Conference in 1909 by representatives from England, Australia and South Africa. The ICC has 105 members: 12 full members that play test matches, 37 associate members, and 56 Affiliate Members. The ICC is responsible for the organisation and governance of cricket's major international tournaments, most notably the Cricket World Cup. It also appoints the umpires and referees that officiate at all sanctioned test matches, One Day International and Twenty20 Internationals.
Australian bowler Pat Cummins (centre) celebrates after Mitchell Starc (right) takes the wicket of Shadman Islam of Bangladesh during the First Men’s cricket test match between Australia and Bangladesh at TIO Stadium in Darwin, Australia, 13 August 2026. EPA/JAMES ROSS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND OUT

Australia’s bowlers restore order but batting worries remain before South Africa

Ex-skipper Ricky Ponting says it is time replacements for Marnus Labuschagne should be considered; others say no urgency for ⁠more changes.

Axe hangs over Australian batters after ‘most embarrassing’ loss to Bangladesh

Bangladesh celebrate historic win over Australia, call for more Test opportunities

Australia host Bangladesh in Darwin and Mackay for first winter Tests in 22 years

The ‘Fab Four’ of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon are fit and available for the first time in more than a year.

Australian captain Pat Cummins plays a shot during training at Marrara Oval in Darwin. Photo: AFP

West Indies’ Greaves makes history with 5 wickets for 0 runs against Pakistan

The 32-year-old returned figures of 5-27 on the third day, helping to swing the World Test Championship contest ‌in the hosts’ favour.

IOC

Addition of cricket at LA28 offers IOC access to 2 billion fans, Indian market

Absent since 1900, and as the Games seek a younger and broader audience, it may be the most valuable sport added to the programme in decades.

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Malaysia

US criticism of Malaysia’s Israel stance spotlights growing ‘disconnect’

Claims that Malaysia’s ban on Israelis entering the country are antisemitic are unlikely to trigger a major policy shift, analysts say.

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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Anwar said Malaysia’s policy on Israel has been well received by Malaysians. Photo: EPA
The Ashes

Australia welcome back 3 members of ‘big 4’ bowlers for Bangladesh tests

Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon return from injury as selectors name 13-man squad for tests in Darwin and Mackay next month.

Cricket Hong Kong

Hong Kong cricket’s ‘transformational’ chance after booking Asian Games ticket

City team follow up Bahrain victory with win over Singapore to earn place in 10-team tournament in Nagoya, where HKSI funding is up for grabs.

India-Pakistan tensions

Why India, Pakistan cannot afford another war right now

Hardline Indian political figures appear to be signalling a thaw in New Delhi-Islamabad ties is imminent, analysts say.

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In Islamabad, fireworks light up the sky to mark the first anniversary of Pakistan’s air skirmish with India on May 10. Photo: EPA
Asian Games 2026

Cricket bowls over fans as Japan warms up for Asian Games with minnows event

Japanese sports fans are likely to be stumped by the sport, but a purpose-built ground will now help them welcome star teams India, Pakistan.

About 300 people turned up to watch Japan’s opening game against Vanuatu in the ICC T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific Qualifiers at the Nisshin Cricket Ground at Korogi Sports Park on Saturday. Photo: AFP
Women's cricket

New Zealand cricket great Suzie Bates aiming to bow out on World Cup high

The 38-year-old batting star confirms she will call time on her 20-year international career following this year’s T20 World Cup in England.

ICC to probe Canada’s T20 World Cup loss to New Zealand after corruption claim

Cricket’s governing body to look into allegations highlighted in a documentary aired by Canadian public broadcaster.

Asian Games 2026

Japan to host T20 World Cup qualifiers at new Asian Games cricket stadium

The biggest East Asia-Pacific tournament ever will see nine teams battling to reach the showpiece event in Australia and New Zealand.

Japan will battle against eight teams in qualifiers for the 2028 men’s T20 World Cup. Photo: Japan Cricket Association
Cricket Hong Kong

Silva willing to keep faith with Hong Kong despite second T20 collapse in 2 days

Captain Yasim Murtaza rescues side with 60 runs from 30 balls as they inflict back-to-back defeats on Kuwait.

Yasim Murtaza played a captain’s innings during his side’s T20 win over Kuwait. Photo: Karma Lo

How political tensions between India, Pakistan might get into English cricket

A BBC report says Indian-owned franchises in The Hundred competition will not be considering any Pakistan cricketers at the player auction.

Australia, Ireland out of cricket T20 World Cup as Zimbabwe qualify after washout

Zimbabweans join Sri Lanka as qualifiers and make Super 8s for the first time, the Australians had needed an Irish win to keep hopes alive.

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Boycott averted, India and Pakistan set for T20 World Cup blockbuster

Two teams will clash in Colombo on Sunday, but as a recent sporting contest it has been remarkably one-sided.

India’s Ishan Kishan (left) and Abhishek Sharma have anchored their side’s batting in the T20 World Cup. Photo: AFP
India-Pakistan tensions

Pakistan to play India in Colombo at T20 World Cup after boycott called off

Decision comes after leaders of Pakistan, Sri Lanka meet, following which Pakistani team are ordered to ‘take the field’ on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan beat Netherlands, India survive US scare

In opening day’s other match, West Indies’ Romario Shepherd claims 4 Scotland wickets in 5 balls, including a hat-trick, in comfortable win.

T20 World Cup: 5 players to watch out for at cricket’s smash-and-grab festival

A powerful Indian hitter, an England all-rounder for the conditions, South Africa’s ‘Baby AB’, an in-demand Afghan, New Zealand’s Allen key.

India’s Abhishek Sharma is the No 1-ranked T20 batsman in the world. Photo: AFP

T20 World Cup: India’s quest for consecutive titles, Sri Lanka’s strength at home

Here are the key things to know about the men’s Twenty20 World Cup tournament co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, starting on Saturday.

A man walks past a billboard advertising the 2026 Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup at the Sinhalese Sports Club cricket stadium in Colombo on Thursday. Photo: AFP
Pakistan

Pakistan bats away India match but stays in T20 World Cup

India and Pakistan agreed last year to play at neutral venues when either country is hosting an ICC event.

Bangladesh

Not cricket? Political sticky wicket forces Bangladesh out of T20 World Cup

Bangladesh’s national election on February 12 has brought tensions among the South Asian neighbours to the forefront.

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Board of Control for Cricket in India

Bangladesh T20 World Cup absence amid India fall out ‘sad moment’ for cricket

World No 9 team missing from one-month global showpiece following refusal to play matches in India.

Bangladesh captain Litton Das (left) is poised to miss the T20 World Cup following his team’s withdrawal. Photo: AFP
Board of Control for Cricket in India

Bangladesh replaced by Scotland at T20 cricket World Cup, reports say

Decision comes after weeks of uncertainty during which the Bangladeshis insist they would not play its matches in India over safety worries.

Sri Lank captain Dasun Shanaka (left) and teammate Matheesha Pathirana pose with mascots and the T20 Cricket World Cup trophy during an unveiling event at the Sinhalese Sports Club stadium in Colombo on Friday. Photo: AFP

Bangladesh stand firm on refusal to go to India for cricket T20 World Cup

Decision comes a day after the sport’s governing body rejected Bangladeshis’ plea to play their games in Sri Lanka instead over safety fears.

Board of Control for Cricket in India

Bangladesh will not play T20 World Cup matches in India, ask for Sri Lanka switch

Decision made over fears for players’ ‘safety and security’ after India kicked Bangladesh player out of IPL.

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