International Cricket Council

ICC appeals to find suspected match-fixer from a recent documentary

 ICC Anti-Corruption Unit said that the absence of any cooperation from the broadcaster has slowed the investigation.

Aug 28, 2018, 13:01 PM IST

One billion cricket fans, 39% women: Amazing numbers from ICC research

The International Cricket Council plans to use its extensive market research on devising plans on how to further popularise cricket around the world.

Jun 27, 2018, 13:36 PM IST

India to play 203 International games with 51 Tests, 83 ODIs, 69 T20Is

Indian cricket team will be playing the most number of matches in the next five years as per the Future Tour Programme (FTP) released by ICC on Wednesday.

Jun 21, 2018, 18:13 PM IST

ICC releases World Test Championship, ODI league FTP for 2018-2023

The World Test Championship and ODI league will serve as a qualifying pathway for ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.

Jun 20, 2018, 18:45 PM IST

ICC unveils inaugural World Test Championship schedule

The long-awaited Championship, involving the nine top-ranked Test nations competing in a league between July 15, 2019, to April 30, 2021.

Jun 20, 2018, 18:26 PM IST

Afghanistan not nervous about Test clash with India, says skipper Asghar Stanikzai

Afghanistan skipper Asghar Stanikzai says we are determined to put our best foot forward.

Jun 13, 2018, 17:50 PM IST

ICC orders Pakistan to ditch smartwatches during play to avoid matchfixing allegations

The ICC does not allow players to carry communication devices to the field and this ban extends to the dressing room as well. Officials are allowed specific devices to communicate with their colleagues while they perform their duty.

May 25, 2018, 10:37 AM IST

Toss-less Tests: No harm in experimenting, says Javed Miandad

Former Pakistan captain Javed Miandad has backed the proposal to abolish toss from Test cricket.

May 21, 2018, 15:20 PM IST

ICC apologises for tweet on PM Narendra Modi, launches inquiry

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday apologised and launched an investigation into a social media post relating to Prime Minister Narendra Modi that went out from its official Twitter handle.

Apr 25, 2018, 17:51 PM IST

Afghanistan skipper Asghar Stanikzai to miss start of World Cup qualifiers

Afghanistan suffered a blow ahead of their 2019 World Cup qualifying campaign Monday when captain Asghar Stanikzai was ruled out of the start of the tournament after undergoing surgery to have his appendix removed, the International Cricket Council announced.

Feb 26, 2018, 18:44 PM IST

International Cricket Council appoints Indra Nooyi as its first independent female director

Nooyi will join the ICC Board in June 2018 to align with the term of the ICC Independent Chairman, following the unanimous confirmation of her appointment.

Feb 09, 2018, 14:58 PM IST

India vs South Africa: Dangerous Wanderers pitch 'misbehaving and how', Michael Holding gives it 2/100

The grassy nature of the pitch used for the final Test between India and South Africa changed to a 'misbehaving' one on the third day's play as cricket experts called it dangerous to play on, urging the International Cricket Council (ICC) to take strong notice. 

Jan 26, 2018, 16:07 PM IST

Virat Kohli named captain of ICC's Test and ODI teams

Kohli scored 2,023 runs at 77.80, including eight centuries and three half-centuries in 18 matches during the qualification period.

Jan 18, 2018, 18:40 PM IST

Virat Kohli named ICC Cricketer of the Year, top ODI Player of 2017

Kohli was also the recipient of Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy

Jan 18, 2018, 11:39 AM IST

ICC clears Sri Lanka Cricket of corruption

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said on Tuesday that the sport's global governing body had found no evidence of wrongdoing following allegations of match-fixing and other forms of corruption.

Jan 09, 2018, 20:12 PM IST

Rohit Sharma storms into top five of ICC rankings for ODI batsmen

According to an ICC media release, it is for the first time that Rohit has crossed the 800-point mark and is now No. 5 on the list.

Dec 18, 2017, 13:55 PM IST

Afghanistan's wicket-keeper Mohammad Shahzad suspended for doping violation

The 29-year-old Shazad, who has played 58 ODIs and as many T20s for his country, breached article 2.1 of the ICC Anti-Doping Code.

Dec 08, 2017, 09:39 AM IST

ICC probes suspended Pune curator after TV sting operation

In the sting operation, Salgaoncar is seen and heard speaking to an undercover reporter, who poses as a bookie, while standing on the pitch on the eve of the second ODI match.

Oct 25, 2017, 16:47 PM IST

ICC urges higher pay to stop women leaving the game

Clare Connor, the former England captain who now heads the ICC's women's committee, has said that other countries must match Australia's eight-fold increase in wages.

Oct 12, 2017, 12:11 PM IST

After getting Test status, Afghanistan celebrates 'big dream' coming true

Cricket has undergone a boom in recent years in Afghanistan with the rise of Twenty20 cricket, its big-hitting and constant action generating huge interest among fans.

Jun 23, 2017, 09:26 AM IST