ICC rejects bias claims from stranded South Africa, West Indies cricketers

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffMarch 11, 2026 at 10:14 AM

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Following the T20 World Cup in March 2026, the ICC faced accusations of bias after the West Indies and South Africa squads were stranded in India for over a week, while the England team departed within two days. The travel disruptions stemmed from airspace closures and rerouted flights due to conflict in the Middle East. Players expressed frustration over the delays and lack of communication. Cricket West Indies reported their squad waited nine days for a repeatedly delayed charter flight. The ICC denied preferential treatment, citing safety, feasibility, and welfare as the driving factors behind travel decisions. They stated that arrangements were being made for the remaining West Indies players to depart India.

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