Cricket
Cricket Australia chairman hits back at criticism of ICC reform proposal
The debate over the future direction of the governance of world cricket has intensified after Cricket Australia (CA) chairman Wally Edwards moved to address criticism that the governing body, along with its counterparts in England and India, is seeking too much power in the sport.
CSA hits out at ICC plans
Cricket South Africa has become the first national governing body to speak out against a draft proposal being considered by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to give the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Cricket Australia (CA) greater power in running the sport.
Cricket powerhouses set for talks over enhanced ICC role
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Cricket Australia (CA) could assume greater power in the world game under a new proposal set to be discussed by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
World Cricket Committee calls on ICC to retain Test Championship plans
The MCC World Cricket Committee (WCC) has urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to press ahead with plans for a World Test Championship (WTC) amid reports that the sport’s governing body is considering scrapping the planned 2017 event due to a lack of interest from sponsors and broadcasters.
Ashraf returns to power at PCB
Zaka Ashraf has been reinstated as chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) by the Islamabad High Court (IHC) in the latest development in the chaotic governance of the national governing body.
ICC set to drop World Test Championship – report
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to scrap plans for a World Test Championship (WTC) due to a lack of interest from sponsors and broadcasters, according to UK newspaper the Guardian.
IPL could move 2014 edition
Indian Premier League governing body council chairman Ranjib Biswal has left the door ajar for the 2014 edition of the Twenty20 cricket tournament to be moved, according to the Indian Express newspaper.
ACC presses ahead with Bangladesh Asia Cup plans
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has confirmed that the 2014 Asia Cup national team cricket tournament will take place in Bangladesh despite widespread civil unrest in the country.
PCB stalls on committing to Bangladesh events
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) national governing body has stalled on committing to send its national team to Bangladesh for two events amid security concerns.
Cricket Australia forms new integrity unit
Cricket Australia has established a dedicated integrity unit to address the potentially undermining threats of doping, match-fixing and behavioural issues to cricket played under its jurisdiction.
RFL seeks to drive World Cup legacy plans through CRM partnership
The Rugby Football League (RFL) has announced a new partnership with 4Sight Sport & Leisure in a bid to build on its staging of the 2013 Rugby League World Cup through enhanced fan engagement and customer relationship management (CRM) strategies.
CPL names Richard Bevan chairman
The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has appointed Richard Bevan chairman effective immediately and in addition to his current role as English soccer's League Managers Association (LMA) CEO.
ECB rebrands Twenty20 tournament
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has rebranded its Twenty20 (T20) tournament for next year to run until 2017.
Lord’s boosts marketing with Two Circles
Data-driven sports agency Two Circles has been appointed by Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) to develop and improve the club’s customer data management.
ICC seeks World Cup brewery partner
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has invited brewing companies to submit proposals to become the official beer partner of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 in Australia and New Zealand.
ICC World Cup 2015 tickets to start from $5
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the details of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 ticket prices and release date.
ICC seeks global commercial partners
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is inviting companies interested in becoming its global partner to provide an expression of interest and request a sponsorship proposal.
Cricket Australia partners with Sportradar
Cricket Australia has become the latest integrity partner of Sportradar, following last week’s FIFA ban of individuals in the country’s soccer Victorian Premier League for match-fixing.