The annual conference of the International Cricket Council took place in Singapore leaving some major talking points. The highlight of the meeting was the discussion on advancing the cause of Afghanistan's women cricketers. The hosts for the next three editions of the World Test Championship Final was also decided and two new members were inducted as Associate members of the council.
ICC Annual Conference Outcomes: WTC Final In England, Progress On Afghanistan Women's Team
ICC Annual Conference Outcomes: Take a look at all the major talking points from the ICC annual meting of this year in Singapore
Take a look at all the major outcomes of the ICC annual conference of this year in Singapore.
Afghanistan women's team
Women cricketers from Afghanistan who have been displaced from their homes in their own country are closer to showcasing their talent at the top level. A program me is under preparation through which these cricketers will get domestic playing opportunities, and engagement at key ICC global events, including the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 in India and the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England.
WTC Final
England and Wales Cricket Board will host the next three editions of the World Test Championship final, ICC announced. England has also hosted the first three editions of the WTC final and ICC said their successful hosting of these events played a key role in making them hosts again.
Cricket USA on notice
The ICC reiterated its previous position and confirmed that the organisation remains on notice. USA Cricket is required to undertake comprehensive governance reforms, including but not limited to completing free and fair elections within a three-month period. The Board, however, reserves the right to take such actions as it deems appropriate.
New ICC members
Two new members joined the ICC family to take the total membership to 110 members with Timor-Leste Cricket Federation and Zambia Cricket Union formally becoming ICC Associate members.
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