International Cricket Council (ICC)

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is the global governing body for cricket. Recent news focuses on a dispute between Bangladesh and the ICC regarding the 2026 T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in India. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) expressed security concerns about playing in India and requested the ICC to relocate their matches to Sri Lanka. The ICC refused this request, leading to Bangladesh's ouster from the tournament and replacement by Scotland. This decision has drawn criticism from cricket players and officials, particularly in Pakistan, who perceive it as unfair and influenced by political tensions between India and Bangladesh. The situation highlights the ICC's role in managing international cricket events and the challenges of balancing security concerns, political dynamics, and fairness to participating nations. The unresolved dispute underscores the ICC's authority and its impact on member countries' participation in major tournaments.