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ICC Approves USD 70 Million Budget for Pakistan Champions Trophy

ICC Approves USD 70 Million Budget for Pakistan Champions Trophy

By August 3, 2024 0

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved a substantial budget of approximately USD 70 million for the upcoming Champions Trophy tournament, scheduled to be held in Pakistan early next year. This decision was made after careful scrutiny and approval by the ICC’s financial and commercial committee, led by BCCI secretary Jay Shah.

The budget allocation includes a provision of USD 4.5 million for additional expenses, sparking speculation that these funds may be used to cover potential venue changes in case India declines to send its team to Pakistan. However, sources close to the ICC have indicated that this amount is insufficient to cover the costs of moving matches from Pakistan.

The approval of the budget has also raised questions about the potential impact on the Asia Cup, which is set to be hosted by India in 2025 and Bangladesh in 2027. The tentative format for the 2024 Asia Cup suggests that India and Pakistan could face off twice in the tournament, with a third match possible if both teams qualify for the final.

Despite the challenges and uncertainties surrounding the upcoming tournaments, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has reported profits from the 2023 Asia Cup, which was held in Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The source attributed these profits to the high viewership and excitement generated by the India-Pakistan matches.

The ICC’s decision to approve the budget for the Champions Trophy and the ACC’s plans for the Asia Cup highlight the importance of these tournaments in the global cricket calendar. The upcoming events are expected to attract significant attention and generate substantial revenue, further solidifying cricket’s position as one of the most popular sports worldwide.

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PCB Adopts Silence on India's Champions Trophy Participation

PCB Adopts Silence on India’s Champions Trophy Participation

By August 1, 2024 0

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has adopted a policy of silence regarding India’s participation in the ICC Champions Trophy next year. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi has instructed his office and colleagues to refrain from issuing any statements on the matter.

This approach aims to avoid unnecessary controversy and allow the ICC to handle the situation independently. The PCB has already submitted the draft schedule and all necessary documents, including security plans for each team, to the ICC.

Naqvi’s strategy is to continue preparations for the tournament assuming India will attend. The PCB’s main focus is currently on renovating the three match venues—Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi—ahead of an ICC venue inspection team’s visit in September.

Sources within the PCB indicate that Naqvi is coordinating with the government to finalize a strategy in case India refuses to send its team. However, he is keeping any reactions to India’s decision behind closed doors.

Naqvi, who is also the federal minister of interior, has emphasized the importance of avoiding unnecessary controversies on mainstream or social media platforms about the India-Pakistan cricket issue.

The PCB’s silence on the matter is a departure from its previous stance. In the past, the board has been vocal in its criticism of India’s refusal to play bilateral series in Pakistan. However, Naqvi’s approach suggests a more pragmatic and diplomatic approach.

The ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to be held in Pakistan from September 14 to October 15, 2023. India’s participation is crucial for the tournament’s success, both financially and in terms of fan interest.

The PCB’s decision to remain silent on the matter is a sign of its commitment to hosting a successful tournament and its willingness to work with the ICC to resolve any outstanding issues.

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ICC Approves USD 70 Million Budget for Pakistan Champions Trophy

ICC Approves USD 70 Million Budget for Pakistan Champions Trophy

By August 1, 2024 0

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved a substantial budget of approximately USD 70 million to host the Champions Trophy in Pakistan in early 2023. This decision was made after a thorough review by the ICC’s financial and commercial committee, led by BCCI secretary Jay Shah.

The budget, jointly submitted by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the ICC finance department, includes an additional USD 4.5 million allocated for unforeseen expenses. This has raised speculation that the backup funds may be intended to cover the potential relocation of matches if India decides not to send its team to Pakistan.

However, sources close to the ICC have indicated that the additional amount is insufficient to cover the costs of moving matches from Pakistan. The tentative format for the tournament places India and Pakistan in the same group, potentially leading to a second match in the super four stage and a third in the final if both teams qualify.

Despite concerns over venue changes and additional expenses during the 2023 Asia Cup held in Pakistan and Sri Lanka, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) managed to make a profit. This was largely attributed to the high-profile matches between India and Pakistan.

Jay Shah, who also chairs the ACC, presided over the decision to award the T20 format Asia Cup to India in 2025 and the 50-over format Asia Cup to Bangladesh in 2027.

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Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot in Test Batting Rankings

Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot in Test Batting Rankings

By July 31, 2024 0

Joe Root has reclaimed the top spot in the ICC Test batting rankings, marking his ninth stint at the summit. The England batter’s match-winning 87 in the first innings of the Birmingham Test against West Indies propelled him to the top, surpassing Kane Williamson.

Root’s rise is a testament to his consistent performances, as he became the seventh-highest run-getter in Test history during the match, surpassing Brian Lara’s tally of 11,953. With 12,207 runs, Root is now the highest-scoring active Test cricketer, ahead of Steven Smith (9685) and Virat Kohli (8848).

England’s Jamie Smith also made significant strides in the rankings, rising 31 places to No. 64 after his impressive performance as a wicketkeeper-batter. His near-century in the first innings showcased his potential.

Mark Wood’s Player-of-the-Match performance of 7 for 92 in the Birmingham Test lifted him into the top 20 of the bowling rankings for the first time. His impressive display highlighted his ability to take wickets in challenging conditions.

In the men’s T20I Rankings, India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal returned to No. 4 after a strong performance in the three-match series against Sri Lanka. Shubman Gill also moved up 16 places to a career-best 21st position. Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera also made notable gains in the batting rankings.

India legspinner Ravi Bishnoi, who has previously held the No. 1 T20I bowler ranking, re-entered the top 10 after impressive performances in the series against Sri Lanka.

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Mandhana, Thakur Soar in ICC T20I Rankings After Asia Cup Triumph

Mandhana, Thakur Soar in ICC T20I Rankings After Asia Cup Triumph

By July 30, 2024 0

Indian Cricketers Shine in ICC T20I Rankings After Asia Cup Triumph

India’s star cricketers Smriti Mandhana and Renuka Singh Thakur have made significant strides in the latest ICC T20I rankings, reflecting their exceptional performances in the recently concluded Women’s T20 Asia Cup.

Mandhana, India’s vice-captain and opening batter, has moved up to fourth place among batters with 743 rating points. Her crucial 60-run knock in the final against Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in India’s victory.

Thakur, a fast bowler, has ascended to fifth place among bowlers with 722 rating points. Her impressive performance in the Asia Cup, where she took seven wickets, pushed her up four places in the rankings. She now trails only England’s Sophie Ecclestone, Sarah Glenn, India’s Deepti Sharma, and Pakistan’s Sadia Iqbal.

Radha Yadav has also made notable progress, climbing seven places to 13th position. Her six wickets in the Asia Cup made her the fifth-highest wicket-taker in the tournament.

At the top of the batters’ rankings, Australia’s Beth Mooney and Tahlia McGrath continue to lead, with West Indies’ Hayley Matthews in third place. South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt and Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu are ranked sixth and seventh, respectively.

Athapaththu, who was named Player of the Tournament, has made the biggest gain in the rankings, moving up three places to sixth with 705 points. Her exceptional performance in the final, where she scored 61 runs, earned her a career-best rating.

Other notable movements include Pakistan’s Muneeba Ali, who climbed six places to 35th among T20I batters, and Bangladesh’s captain Nigar Sultana, who moved up three positions to 14th. Sri Lanka’s Harshitha Samarawickrama reached the 20th position after top-scoring with 69 not out in the final.

These rankings highlight the remarkable talent and contributions of these players to their respective teams’ successes in the recent Women’s T20 Asia Cup.

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Rahul Dravid Backs Cricket's Inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Rahul Dravid Backs Cricket’s Inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

By July 30, 2024 0

Cricket’s inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics has garnered support from legendary Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid. During a panel discussion, Dravid expressed his enthusiasm for the sport’s Olympic debut, stating that players are already discussing the opportunity to compete for a gold medal.

Dravid believes that the Olympics provide a unique platform for athletes to showcase their skills and experience the camaraderie of the Games Village. He anticipates that teams will prioritize preparation and competition for the cricket tournament, recognizing its significance.

“People are going to want to win that gold medal, stand on the podium, and be a part of the Games Village, a great sporting event, and interact with so many athletes,” Dravid said. “As you get closer, I have no doubt that teams will be preparing and checking out facilities. They will take this seriously, and players will fight tooth and nail to be out there.”

ICC CEO Geoff Allardice echoed Dravid’s sentiments, predicting that cricket will be a major attraction at the LA Olympics. He emphasized the global appeal of the sport and the excitement it will generate among fans.

“It’s quite surreal to be here in Paris, seeing the energy around sport and how it’s getting together. Cricket is starting to dawn on the global sporting community,” Allardice said. “I think cricket will be one of the star attractions in Los Angeles…when you see global stars of big sports around the world competing in one city at a time.”

Dravid expressed his hope that India would emerge victorious in both the men’s and women’s cricket competitions at the LA Games. He also joked about his desire to be involved in the event in some capacity, even if it meant securing a media job.

The men’s and women’s cricket tournaments will run concurrently at the LA Olympics, offering fans the opportunity to witness the world’s best players compete for Olympic glory.

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Dravid Defends Controversial US Leg of T20 World Cup

Dravid Defends Controversial US Leg of T20 World Cup

By July 29, 2024 0

Rahul Dravid, former head coach of the Indian cricket team, has defended the controversial US leg of the recent T20 World Cup, arguing that the “odd hours” and “challenging” facilities were necessary compromises to bring cricket to a wider audience.

Dravid, who led India to their first ICC title in 11 years during the tournament, said he had no problem with the 10:30 a.m. (local time) starts and the infrastructure used for the games in New York, Florida, and Texas.

“Yes, in terms of facilities, it’s challenging. But if you want to grow the sport and make it a global game, then you have to be at events like this and make compromises, even if it means playing at odd hours in conditions that might not necessarily be perfect,” Dravid said.

He added that the early start actually ensured that the game was “even-steven” for both teams, as dew becomes a factor in many day-night games.

Dravid also praised the ICC for its bold decision to bring the World Cup to the United States, saying it was a great effort to expose a new audience to the game.

“There is a huge passion for the game in the USA. It was really nice to play in the USA; some of the games were packed,” he said.

Dravid’s comments come amid criticism of the US leg of the tournament, with some arguing that the early start times and lack of top-quality facilities were unfair to the players and fans.

However, Dravid believes that the compromises made were necessary to grow the game in the United States and bring it to a wider audience.

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USA Cricket Appoints Johnathan Atkeison as CEO to Avoid ICC Disqualification

USA Cricket Appoints Johnathan Atkeison as CEO to Avoid ICC Disqualification

By July 28, 2024 0

USA Cricket (USAC) has appointed Johnathan Atkeison as its new CEO, a move that fulfills one of two critical requirements set by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to avoid disqualification as an ICC Associate member.

The ICC had earlier placed USAC “on notice” for not having a fit-for-purpose governance and administrative system. The other requirement for USAC to avoid disqualification is to have governance norms set by the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC), which is necessary for it to earn the National Governing Body (NGB) status.

Atkeison, who most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer of USA Rugby, has over 15 years of national governing body experience. He is credited for leading USA Rugby through a financial restructuring in 2020. His tenure as USAC CEO will start from August 1.

“I’m honored to join the team at USA Cricket. It’s an incredible time for the sport here in the United States with the historic performance of the men’s national team in the recent T20 World Cup, the completion of the second season of Major League Cricket, and the first opportunity to showcase cricket in the Olympics here on home soil during the LA28 games,” Atkeison said in a media release.

“Our goal is to build a world-class organization to capitalize on that momentum, and firmly establish cricket’s position in the American sporting landscape. The passion the cricket community has for the sport is amazing, and the enthusiasm is infectious. I can’t wait to get started.”

Ahead of its AGM, the ICC circulated a note titled “Associate Member Membership Update” to all its members, wherein it noticed that USOPC had “expressed serious concerns” over the governance of USAC. It was the second time in the year that the ICC put USAC on notice and gave them 12 months to make rectifications.

“The board agreed that a normalisation committee comprising of board and management representatives will be set up to oversee and monitor USA Cricket’s compliance roadmap and the ICC board will reserve its right to suspend or expel the member for continued non-compliance,” the ICC had said in a statement after the AGM earlier this week.

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Younis Khan Urges Virat Kohli to Visit Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025

Younis Khan Urges Virat Kohli to Visit Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025

By July 24, 2024 0

Legendary Pakistani cricketer Younis Khan has extended an invitation to Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli to participate in the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, which is scheduled to be hosted by Pakistan. Khan believes that Kohli’s presence in Pakistan would be a significant milestone in his illustrious career.

Kohli has never played in Pakistan with the senior Indian national team, although he toured the country with the India U-19 team in 2006. However, he has faced Pakistan in numerous ICC tournaments and boasts an impressive record against the arch-rivals.

“Virat Kohli should come to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy. It’s our wish too. I think the only thing left in Kohli’s career is to tour Pakistan and perform in Pakistan,” Younis told News24.

India and Pakistan have not engaged in any bilateral cricket series since 2012, and the participation of India in the Champions Trophy remains uncertain due to the BCCI’s firm stance against sending their players to compete in Pakistan.

The PCB has placed the responsibility on the ICC to persuade the BCCI to send their team to Pakistan for the forthcoming Champions Trophy, which is planned to take place in the initial months of the following year.

A source from the PCB revealed that although the budget for the Champions Trophy was approved during the recent ICC meetings held in Colombo, the schedule and format of the tournament were not discussed at all.

“The PCB now has done what was required of it as hosts of the Champions Trophy. It has submitted the draft schedule and format for the event and also submitted a budget for the event,” a PCB insider said.

“It is now up to the ICC how soon they circulate, discuss and finalize the schedule of the Champions Trophy. The PCB for its part in the draft schedule has suggested hosting all of India’s games in Lahore including a semi-final (if India qualifies) and final,” he said.

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PCB Leaves Champions Trophy Schedule to ICC, Hopes for India's Participation

PCB Leaves Champions Trophy Schedule to ICC, Hopes for India’s Participation

By July 23, 2024 0

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has entrusted the International Cricket Council (ICC) with the task of persuading the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to send its team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy, scheduled for early 2024. The ICC recently approved the event’s budget during meetings in Colombo, but the schedule and format remain undecided.

The PCB has submitted a draft schedule and format for the tournament, along with a budget, to the ICC. The board has proposed hosting all of India’s matches in Lahore, including a potential semi-final and the final. The PCB has also provided the ICC with details on tax modalities, venue selections, and government clearance for the Indian team to visit Pakistan.

The PCB initially expressed interest in hosting the Champions Trophy in 2021, and the ICC awarded hosting rights in 2022. The final documentation for the host agreement was submitted during Ramiz Raja’s tenure as PCB Chairman.

Although PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi did not have formal meetings with BCCI secretary Jay Shah or other BCCI officials at the ICC meetings, interactions were described as cordial. The PCB has now delegated the responsibility of finalizing and announcing the tournament schedule to the ICC.

The ICC must also obtain confirmation from the BCCI regarding the Indian team’s travel to Pakistan. The BCCI has historically maintained that playing cricket in Pakistan is a decision made by the Indian government. During the 2023 ODI Asia Cup, India played its games in Sri Lanka based on a ‘Hybrid Model.’

The PCB has fulfilled its obligations as hosts by submitting the draft schedule and budget, as well as providing detailed documentation to the ICC. The ICC now has the responsibility to finalize the event logistics and secure India’s participation.

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