ICC Meeting Live Updates: Decision on T20 World Cup Soon and IPL Soon
In the ICC meeting, the key things on agenda would be the hosting of T20 World Cup and the IPL and sort the nomination process for its next chairman when the board members meet virtually on Wednesday.
Non-neutral umpires: The requirement to appoint neutral match officials will be temporarily removed from the playing conditions for all international formats owing to the current logistical challenges with international travel. The ICC will be able to appoint locally based match officials from the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Officials and the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Officials.
15:56 (IST)
COVID-19 Replacements: Teams will be allowed to replace players displaying symptoms of COVID-19 during a Test match. In line with concussion replacements, the Match Referee will approve the nearest like-for-like replacement.
15:43 (IST)
Hello and welcome to the live blog of the ICC meeting. The stakeholders are to decide today the fate of T20 World Cup scheduled to happen in October in Australia. Also in question will be whether the IPL can take place in the window origianally propesed for the World Cup. Stay tuned for the updates.
16:10 (IST)
Non-neutral umpires: The requirement to appoint neutral match officials will be temporarily removed from the playing conditions for all international formats owing to the current logistical challenges with international travel. The ICC will be able to appoint locally based match officials from the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Officials and the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Officials.
15:56 (IST)
COVID-19 Replacements: Teams will be allowed to replace players displaying symptoms of COVID-19 during a Test match. In line with concussion replacements, the Match Referee will approve the nearest like-for-like replacement.
15:43 (IST)
Hello and welcome to the live blog of the ICC meeting. The stakeholders are to decide today the fate of T20 World Cup scheduled to happen in October in Australia. Also in question will be whether the IPL can take place in the window origianally propesed for the World Cup. Stay tuned for the updates.
18:36 (IST)
The BCCI faces a loss of Rs 4000 crore if the IPL doesn't take place this year. The BCCI is looking at the September-October window for hosting the IPL, which has been postponed indefinitely due to the pandemic. The possibility of the conducting the the League increases significantly if the T20 World Cup doesn't go ahead as scheduled in October-November in Australia.
18:31 (IST)
"I am surely the Indian audience will happy to see the IPL after what we have been through. Football in Germany has already started and EPL is starting soon but they have already peaked while we have not. "I see the possibility of IPL happening but it is all about combatting the virus for the next two months at least," added Wadia.
18:26 (IST)
With some experts pointing that the pandemic is likely to peak in India in July-August, Wadia said it is premature to talk about IPL. "The most important thing for all of us is to deal with the current situation. It could last another month or two, may be more. Once the virus diminishes, then we can have more clarity on when the IPL can be held and where it can be held.
18:15 (IST)
"But it remains to be seen which of the foreign players are allowed to travel at that time (considering the restrictions). I feel there are too many variables for the BCCI at the moment to even have a calculated guess on when it might happen. "What if tomorrrow the cases keep rising, what happens then? It would be unwise to think of anything other than COVID-19 for the moment."
18:11 (IST)
Kings XI Punjab co-owner Ness Wadia believes it does not make sense to host the Indian Premier League (IPL) without foreign stars, adding that it's too early for the BCCI to decide on when to hold the tournament due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "The IPL is an international tournament made by Indians. It is the premier cricketing event in the world, therefore it needs an international platform and international stars," Wadia told PTI.
18:03 (IST)
Talking about himself, Ganguly said he is sticking to home and helping people as much as he could. "I have been at home only with my family. I am really bothered with the way people are suffering due to the coronavirus pandemic. I can’t say how many people benefited through my charity foundation. I am trying my best. We all are doing our bit in little ways to come out of this crisis."
17:56 (IST)
"If at all IPL does happen, we don’t know where it could happen. India would certainly like to host the event, provided the environment is safe. Right now, we are not in a position to say anything. It is too early. We are yet to officially discuss the IPL schedule. But it depends on the safety of the environment. Saving human life and breaking the coronavirus chain are more important for all of us," Ganguly said.
17:49 (IST)
The IPL's fate could be decided on June 10 when the International Cricket Council takes a call on the T20 World Cup 2020 scheduled to be held in Australia in October-November. There are talks that the IPL could get a window if the T20 World Cup is postponed. There are also reports that India could consider taking the IPL to another country if the situation at home does not improve.
17:43 (IST)
Ganguly said BCCI is looking at all options but is not yet sure when cricket can resume. "We can’t say what will happen in the days to come. It is tough to predict. We are looking at all options. We are still not sure when cricket could resume,” Ganguly told Sportskeeda.
17:38 (IST)
BCCI President Sourav Ganguly had said India would 'certainly like to host' Indian Premier League 2020, but said nothing about the tournament has been decided so far. The IPL 2020 stands indefinitely suspended due to the coronavirus situation in the country. However, with the fresh set of guidelines of 'Unlock 1.0' looking at permitting sports events, hopes of the BCCI holding the tournament this year increased.
17:30 (IST)
"Of course I am very excited. I have heard that the IPL may happen this year as the T20 World Cup may get pushed. I am all set and very excited for IPL because I will get to play after a long break. IPL is a tough tournament and if it happens this year I will give my best. IPL will also give us confidence for the forthcoming Australia series. So yes I am all excited and I am looking forward to it," he had said.
17:24 (IST)
"Similarly, playing the IPL will help not just the bowlers, but all cricketers as the level of competition you get here is top-class. But we do need a proper camp before the IPL starts so that we can get back into the groove after this phase away from the game," he pointed. India and Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Kuldeep Yadav had also said that he was really looking forward to playing in the IPL.
17:19 (IST)
"We will need to slowly get back into the groove and I believe that IPL could be the perfect vehicle for us to return to cricketing action. It helps that we have a lot of games and that gets you into the rhythm. If you make a player play an ODI or Test immediately after the break, the body might break down due to the load. Like when you hit the gym, you don't do a 100kg bench press to start with.
17:13 (IST)
Players across the globe have been vocal about looking forward to playing the IPL now that it is almost certain that Cricket Australia (as per their mail to the ICC) is not in a position to host the World T20 in October-November as per initial schedule. India and Chennai Super Kings pacer Deepak Chahar said that he was hoping to kickstart the cricketing season with the T20 league.
17:05 (IST)
An official of a franchise echoed the sentiments and said that priority should always be having the tournament in the country. "See, if you have the league in the country, it is a positive signal to not just the world, but also to the people in India that we have managed to get back to normalcy. Also, the expenses go up quite a bit if you go outside. So, for us and I think for most of the teams, India would be the preferred choice," the official said.
17:00 (IST)
"But then, there are a couple of voices who also feel that having the tournament should be the priority and if that means taking it out of the country, so be it. So, while we are working on the overall plan, the venue is an area which will need further deliberation. Also, at the end of the day safety of the players and everyone involved is priority," the official explained.
16:52 (IST)
"See, it is a case of the decision makers being divided 3-2 if that is how you wish to understand the current scenario. Without going into the names of who said what, all I can tell you is that the general feeling is that having the league in India would not only be a sign of positivity amongst the people of the country, but will also help as we will not need to travel abroad and act to a fresh set of guidelines.
16:45 (IST)
The BCCI's decision-makers are divided 3-2 about the hosting rights. While the matter is heavily tilted in favour of hosting the league in the country, there are a couple of voices which want to take it outside if needed. Speaking to IANS, a BCCI official said that while the general thought is that having the league in India will mean that the country has come out of the clutches of the coronavirus pandemic, there are a few who feel that if the situation demands, the league can be taken to places outside India.
16:35 (IST)
“First of all, I don’t think this saliva ban is a serious problem. The problem with this ban is that the cricketers will take some time to adjust. It’s a natural reaction when you are on the field and you want to shine the ball, you use saliva,” he said. “All you need to do is to get moisture on the ball and you can get that from your sweat. You don’t have to use the usual saliva. The perspiration from your arm or your forehead will do the same job as saliva. And I’ve not heard anyone say that COVID-19 can be spread by perspiration. I don’t think any practical problem in banning saliva. It’s just a logistical problem of people being accustomed to do it and will have to practice not doing it.”
16:28 (IST)
“But if there is no T20 World Cup, the BCCI has all rights to go ahead and organise a domestic tournament because there’s a space. If they are encroaching on other people’s tournament, you could say okay.” Holding also talked about the much-hyped saliva ban on the balls. He feels that it is not going to make much of a difference, but the players need to get used to it.
16:22 (IST)
There is a lot of debate as to whether the T20 World Cup in Australia should take place or not and if the IPL should replace the global tournament. While there has been a lot of opposition for the latter by Australian players, former West Indies great Michael Holding feels that there is no harm in having the IPL if T20 World Cup is postponed. “I don’t think ICC is delaying the T20 World Cup because they are making space for the IPL. It’s the Australian government’s law where they are not allowing any visitors into the country before a specific date,” Holding said in an Instagram Live with Nikhil Naz.
16:16 (IST)
Additional DRS reviews: The CEC has also confirmed an additional unsuccessful DRS review for each team in each innings of a match, keeping in mind that there may be less experienced umpires on duty at times. This will increase the number of unsuccessful appeals per innings for each team to three for Tests and two for the white-ball formats. Additional logo allowed: Meanwhile, the CEC has also approved a relaxation of rules on apparel logos for the next 12 months. A logo, not exceeding 32 square inches in size, may be placed on the chest of the Test match shirt and sweater in addition to the three other logos allowed as per regulations. As of now, logos on chests are only allowed in ODIs and T20Is.
16:10 (IST)
Non-neutral umpires: The requirement to appoint neutral match officials will be temporarily removed from the playing conditions for all international formats owing to the current logistical challenges with international travel. The ICC will be able to appoint locally based match officials from the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Officials and the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Officials.
16:03 (IST)
Ban on applying saliva to the ball: Players will not be permitted to use saliva to shine the ball. If a player does apply saliva to the ball, the umpires will manage the situation with some leniency during an initial period of adjustment for the players, but subsequent instances will result in the team receiving a warning. A team can be issued up to two warnings per innings but repeated use of saliva on the ball will result in a 5-run penalty to the batting side. Whenever saliva is applied to the ball, the umpires will be instructed to clean the ball before play recommences.
15:56 (IST)
COVID-19 Replacements: Teams will be allowed to replace players displaying symptoms of COVID-19 during a Test match. In line with concussion replacements, the Match Referee will approve the nearest like-for-like replacement.
15:50 (IST)
On Tuesday, the ICC has approved some of the changes in the rules of the game, in the wake of coronavirus pandemic. According the release by the apex body, changes have been made to the playing regulations, which include the ban on the use of saliva to shine the ball and allowing home umpires in international series. The ICC Chief Executives’ Committee (CEC) ratified recommendations from the Anil Kumble-led Cricket Committee, aimed at reducing the health risks, when the sport resumes after a forced break due to the virus outbreak.
15:43 (IST)
Hello and welcome to the live blog of the ICC meeting. The stakeholders are to decide today the fate of T20 World Cup scheduled to happen in October in Australia. Also in question will be whether the IPL can take place in the window origianally propesed for the World Cup. Stay tuned for the updates.
ICC meeting live updates:The BCCI faces a loss of Rs 4000 crore if the IPL doesn't take place this year. The BCCI is looking at the September-October window for hosting the IPL, which has been postponed indefinitely due to the pandemic. The possibility of the conducting the the League increases significantly if the T20 World Cup doesn't go ahead as scheduled in October-November in Australia.
What will happen to the ICC T20 World Cup? Will the BCCI get a window for the IPL this year? Who will be the next ICC Chairman? These are the three crucial questions to which answers are expected from the ICC board meeting on Wednesday (June 10). The ICC had met in the last week of May to discuss the possibilities of a T20 World Cup this year, but ended up deferring the decision to June 10. In the earlier meeting, the board had also launched an inquiry into concerns over the "confidentiality" of its functioning, which they felt has been breached in the recent past. This too will be in the agenda in the June 10 meet.
The fate of the T20 World Cup
Will it be held this year? Or will it be pushed to 2021? If it is postponed, who will host the tournament next year - Australia or India? Will India and Australia end up swapping hosting rights for 2021 and 2022? Will there be two T20 World Cups next year, given there's already one scheduled for 2021 in India?
These are some of the questions surround the fate of the T20 World Cup.
"Let ICC first announce what they intend to do with this year's World T20. There has been no formal announcement with regards to this year's edition," BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal told PTI.
That formal announcement could come on Wednesday as the ICC works out the various permutations and combinations for the tournament.
Interestingly, Cricket Australia chief Kevin Roberts had said that holding the T20 World Cup in the current October-November window would be very risky, suggesting it could be pushed to February-March next year.
On Tuesday, though, Australia Sports Minister Richard Colbeck said the authorities, ICC and the government are working towards holding the event in the present window even if it needs to be held with a few or no fans in stadiums.
The fate of the IPL will also be linked to the decision, as a postponement of the World Cup could open up a window for the BCCI.
Who is the next ICC chairman?
The ICC is alsoe expected to announce a nomination process for finding a successor to outgoing chairman Shashank Manohar.
England and Wales Cricket Board's Colin Graves was set to be the unanimous choice till a few weeks ago, after which BCCI president Sourav Ganguly emerged as one of the front-runners. Ganguly was backed publicly by Grame Smith, although Cricket South Africa refused to officially support a candidate before the procedure was out.
"What's the hurry? They will first announce election process and there will be a time-frame. We will decide in due course of time," Dhumal said about the BCCI's decision.
Pakistan Cricket Board's Ehsan Mani has also emerged as a front-runner for the post.
The tax issue and the 2021 T20 World Cup
There were reports of heated exchanges between ICC and BCCI over hosting rights of the 2021 T20 World Cup, with ICC unhappy with the Indian board for not meeting guidelines to procure tax benefits from the government for the event.
The ICC had even threatened to take the tournament away from India. The BCCI for its part maintained that the delay was due to the lockdown situation, an explanation which ICC didn't accept.
With the exchanges coming out in public through media, the ICC launched an enquiry into the confidentiality of its functioning. More details about the enquiry, and the tournament, are expected on Wednesday.
The BCCI is already fighting a battle as USD 23.7 million tax payable for the 2016 edition in India is currently under the purview of Disputes Resolutions Committee.
ICC Meeting Live Updates: Decision on T20 World Cup Soon and IPL Soon
In the ICC meeting, the key things on agenda would be the hosting of T20 World Cup and the IPL and sort the nomination process for its next chairman when the board members meet virtually on Wednesday.
Live blog
HIGHLIGHTS
Non-neutral umpires: The requirement to appoint neutral match officials will be temporarily removed from the playing conditions for all international formats owing to the current logistical challenges with international travel. The ICC will be able to appoint locally based match officials from the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Officials and the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Officials.
COVID-19 Replacements: Teams will be allowed to replace players displaying symptoms of COVID-19 during a Test match. In line with concussion replacements, the Match Referee will approve the nearest like-for-like replacement.
Hello and welcome to the live blog of the ICC meeting. The stakeholders are to decide today the fate of T20 World Cup scheduled to happen in October in Australia. Also in question will be whether the IPL can take place in the window origianally propesed for the World Cup. Stay tuned for the updates.
18:36 (IST)
The BCCI faces a loss of Rs 4000 crore if the IPL doesn't take place this year. The BCCI is looking at the September-October window for hosting the IPL, which has been postponed indefinitely due to the pandemic. The possibility of the conducting the the League increases significantly if the T20 World Cup doesn't go ahead as scheduled in October-November in Australia.
18:31 (IST)
"I am surely the Indian audience will happy to see the IPL after what we have been through. Football in Germany has already started and EPL is starting soon but they have already peaked while we have not. "I see the possibility of IPL happening but it is all about combatting the virus for the next two months at least," added Wadia.
18:26 (IST)
With some experts pointing that the pandemic is likely to peak in India in July-August, Wadia said it is premature to talk about IPL. "The most important thing for all of us is to deal with the current situation. It could last another month or two, may be more. Once the virus diminishes, then we can have more clarity on when the IPL can be held and where it can be held.
18:15 (IST)
"But it remains to be seen which of the foreign players are allowed to travel at that time (considering the restrictions). I feel there are too many variables for the BCCI at the moment to even have a calculated guess on when it might happen. "What if tomorrrow the cases keep rising, what happens then? It would be unwise to think of anything other than COVID-19 for the moment."
18:11 (IST)
Kings XI Punjab co-owner Ness Wadia believes it does not make sense to host the Indian Premier League (IPL) without foreign stars, adding that it's too early for the BCCI to decide on when to hold the tournament due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "The IPL is an international tournament made by Indians. It is the premier cricketing event in the world, therefore it needs an international platform and international stars," Wadia told PTI.
18:03 (IST)
Talking about himself, Ganguly said he is sticking to home and helping people as much as he could. "I have been at home only with my family. I am really bothered with the way people are suffering due to the coronavirus pandemic. I can’t say how many people benefited through my charity foundation. I am trying my best. We all are doing our bit in little ways to come out of this crisis."
17:56 (IST)
"If at all IPL does happen, we don’t know where it could happen. India would certainly like to host the event, provided the environment is safe. Right now, we are not in a position to say anything. It is too early. We are yet to officially discuss the IPL schedule. But it depends on the safety of the environment. Saving human life and breaking the coronavirus chain are more important for all of us," Ganguly said.
17:49 (IST)
The IPL's fate could be decided on June 10 when the International Cricket Council takes a call on the T20 World Cup 2020 scheduled to be held in Australia in October-November. There are talks that the IPL could get a window if the T20 World Cup is postponed. There are also reports that India could consider taking the IPL to another country if the situation at home does not improve.
17:43 (IST)
Ganguly said BCCI is looking at all options but is not yet sure when cricket can resume. "We can’t say what will happen in the days to come. It is tough to predict. We are looking at all options. We are still not sure when cricket could resume,” Ganguly told Sportskeeda.
17:38 (IST)
BCCI President Sourav Ganguly had said India would 'certainly like to host' Indian Premier League 2020, but said nothing about the tournament has been decided so far. The IPL 2020 stands indefinitely suspended due to the coronavirus situation in the country. However, with the fresh set of guidelines of 'Unlock 1.0' looking at permitting sports events, hopes of the BCCI holding the tournament this year increased.
17:30 (IST)
"Of course I am very excited. I have heard that the IPL may happen this year as the T20 World Cup may get pushed. I am all set and very excited for IPL because I will get to play after a long break. IPL is a tough tournament and if it happens this year I will give my best. IPL will also give us confidence for the forthcoming Australia series. So yes I am all excited and I am looking forward to it," he had said.
17:24 (IST)
"Similarly, playing the IPL will help not just the bowlers, but all cricketers as the level of competition you get here is top-class. But we do need a proper camp before the IPL starts so that we can get back into the groove after this phase away from the game," he pointed. India and Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Kuldeep Yadav had also said that he was really looking forward to playing in the IPL.
17:19 (IST)
"We will need to slowly get back into the groove and I believe that IPL could be the perfect vehicle for us to return to cricketing action. It helps that we have a lot of games and that gets you into the rhythm. If you make a player play an ODI or Test immediately after the break, the body might break down due to the load. Like when you hit the gym, you don't do a 100kg bench press to start with.
17:13 (IST)
Players across the globe have been vocal about looking forward to playing the IPL now that it is almost certain that Cricket Australia (as per their mail to the ICC) is not in a position to host the World T20 in October-November as per initial schedule. India and Chennai Super Kings pacer Deepak Chahar said that he was hoping to kickstart the cricketing season with the T20 league.
17:05 (IST)
An official of a franchise echoed the sentiments and said that priority should always be having the tournament in the country. "See, if you have the league in the country, it is a positive signal to not just the world, but also to the people in India that we have managed to get back to normalcy. Also, the expenses go up quite a bit if you go outside. So, for us and I think for most of the teams, India would be the preferred choice," the official said.
17:00 (IST)
"But then, there are a couple of voices who also feel that having the tournament should be the priority and if that means taking it out of the country, so be it. So, while we are working on the overall plan, the venue is an area which will need further deliberation. Also, at the end of the day safety of the players and everyone involved is priority," the official explained.
16:52 (IST)
"See, it is a case of the decision makers being divided 3-2 if that is how you wish to understand the current scenario. Without going into the names of who said what, all I can tell you is that the general feeling is that having the league in India would not only be a sign of positivity amongst the people of the country, but will also help as we will not need to travel abroad and act to a fresh set of guidelines.
16:45 (IST)
The BCCI's decision-makers are divided 3-2 about the hosting rights. While the matter is heavily tilted in favour of hosting the league in the country, there are a couple of voices which want to take it outside if needed. Speaking to IANS, a BCCI official said that while the general thought is that having the league in India will mean that the country has come out of the clutches of the coronavirus pandemic, there are a few who feel that if the situation demands, the league can be taken to places outside India.
16:35 (IST)
“First of all, I don’t think this saliva ban is a serious problem. The problem with this ban is that the cricketers will take some time to adjust. It’s a natural reaction when you are on the field and you want to shine the ball, you use saliva,” he said. “All you need to do is to get moisture on the ball and you can get that from your sweat. You don’t have to use the usual saliva. The perspiration from your arm or your forehead will do the same job as saliva. And I’ve not heard anyone say that COVID-19 can be spread by perspiration. I don’t think any practical problem in banning saliva. It’s just a logistical problem of people being accustomed to do it and will have to practice not doing it.”
16:28 (IST)
“But if there is no T20 World Cup, the BCCI has all rights to go ahead and organise a domestic tournament because there’s a space. If they are encroaching on other people’s tournament, you could say okay.” Holding also talked about the much-hyped saliva ban on the balls. He feels that it is not going to make much of a difference, but the players need to get used to it.
16:22 (IST)
There is a lot of debate as to whether the T20 World Cup in Australia should take place or not and if the IPL should replace the global tournament. While there has been a lot of opposition for the latter by Australian players, former West Indies great Michael Holding feels that there is no harm in having the IPL if T20 World Cup is postponed. “I don’t think ICC is delaying the T20 World Cup because they are making space for the IPL. It’s the Australian government’s law where they are not allowing any visitors into the country before a specific date,” Holding said in an Instagram Live with Nikhil Naz.
16:16 (IST)
Additional DRS reviews: The CEC has also confirmed an additional unsuccessful DRS review for each team in each innings of a match, keeping in mind that there may be less experienced umpires on duty at times. This will increase the number of unsuccessful appeals per innings for each team to three for Tests and two for the white-ball formats. Additional logo allowed: Meanwhile, the CEC has also approved a relaxation of rules on apparel logos for the next 12 months. A logo, not exceeding 32 square inches in size, may be placed on the chest of the Test match shirt and sweater in addition to the three other logos allowed as per regulations. As of now, logos on chests are only allowed in ODIs and T20Is.
16:10 (IST)
Non-neutral umpires: The requirement to appoint neutral match officials will be temporarily removed from the playing conditions for all international formats owing to the current logistical challenges with international travel. The ICC will be able to appoint locally based match officials from the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Officials and the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Officials.
16:03 (IST)
Ban on applying saliva to the ball: Players will not be permitted to use saliva to shine the ball. If a player does apply saliva to the ball, the umpires will manage the situation with some leniency during an initial period of adjustment for the players, but subsequent instances will result in the team receiving a warning. A team can be issued up to two warnings per innings but repeated use of saliva on the ball will result in a 5-run penalty to the batting side. Whenever saliva is applied to the ball, the umpires will be instructed to clean the ball before play recommences.
15:56 (IST)
COVID-19 Replacements: Teams will be allowed to replace players displaying symptoms of COVID-19 during a Test match. In line with concussion replacements, the Match Referee will approve the nearest like-for-like replacement.
15:50 (IST)
On Tuesday, the ICC has approved some of the changes in the rules of the game, in the wake of coronavirus pandemic. According the release by the apex body, changes have been made to the playing regulations, which include the ban on the use of saliva to shine the ball and allowing home umpires in international series. The ICC Chief Executives’ Committee (CEC) ratified recommendations from the Anil Kumble-led Cricket Committee, aimed at reducing the health risks, when the sport resumes after a forced break due to the virus outbreak.
15:43 (IST)
Hello and welcome to the live blog of the ICC meeting. The stakeholders are to decide today the fate of T20 World Cup scheduled to happen in October in Australia. Also in question will be whether the IPL can take place in the window origianally propesed for the World Cup. Stay tuned for the updates.
ICC meeting live updates:The BCCI faces a loss of Rs 4000 crore if the IPL doesn't take place this year. The BCCI is looking at the September-October window for hosting the IPL, which has been postponed indefinitely due to the pandemic. The possibility of the conducting the the League increases significantly if the T20 World Cup doesn't go ahead as scheduled in October-November in Australia.
What will happen to the ICC T20 World Cup? Will the BCCI get a window for the IPL this year? Who will be the next ICC Chairman? These are the three crucial questions to which answers are expected from the ICC board meeting on Wednesday (June 10). The ICC had met in the last week of May to discuss the possibilities of a T20 World Cup this year, but ended up deferring the decision to June 10. In the earlier meeting, the board had also launched an inquiry into concerns over the "confidentiality" of its functioning, which they felt has been breached in the recent past. This too will be in the agenda in the June 10 meet.
The fate of the T20 World Cup
Will it be held this year? Or will it be pushed to 2021? If it is postponed, who will host the tournament next year - Australia or India? Will India and Australia end up swapping hosting rights for 2021 and 2022? Will there be two T20 World Cups next year, given there's already one scheduled for 2021 in India?
These are some of the questions surround the fate of the T20 World Cup.
"Let ICC first announce what they intend to do with this year's World T20. There has been no formal announcement with regards to this year's edition," BCCI treasurer Arun Dhumal told PTI.
That formal announcement could come on Wednesday as the ICC works out the various permutations and combinations for the tournament.
Interestingly, Cricket Australia chief Kevin Roberts had said that holding the T20 World Cup in the current October-November window would be very risky, suggesting it could be pushed to February-March next year.
On Tuesday, though, Australia Sports Minister Richard Colbeck said the authorities, ICC and the government are working towards holding the event in the present window even if it needs to be held with a few or no fans in stadiums.
The fate of the IPL will also be linked to the decision, as a postponement of the World Cup could open up a window for the BCCI.
Who is the next ICC chairman?
The ICC is alsoe expected to announce a nomination process for finding a successor to outgoing chairman Shashank Manohar.
England and Wales Cricket Board's Colin Graves was set to be the unanimous choice till a few weeks ago, after which BCCI president Sourav Ganguly emerged as one of the front-runners. Ganguly was backed publicly by Grame Smith, although Cricket South Africa refused to officially support a candidate before the procedure was out.
"What's the hurry? They will first announce election process and there will be a time-frame. We will decide in due course of time," Dhumal said about the BCCI's decision.
Pakistan Cricket Board's Ehsan Mani has also emerged as a front-runner for the post.
The tax issue and the 2021 T20 World Cup
There were reports of heated exchanges between ICC and BCCI over hosting rights of the 2021 T20 World Cup, with ICC unhappy with the Indian board for not meeting guidelines to procure tax benefits from the government for the event.
The ICC had even threatened to take the tournament away from India. The BCCI for its part maintained that the delay was due to the lockdown situation, an explanation which ICC didn't accept.
With the exchanges coming out in public through media, the ICC launched an enquiry into the confidentiality of its functioning. More details about the enquiry, and the tournament, are expected on Wednesday.
The BCCI is already fighting a battle as USD 23.7 million tax payable for the 2016 edition in India is currently under the purview of Disputes Resolutions Committee.
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ICC CWC 2019 | 1st T20I T20 | Fri, 03 Jul, 2020
AUS v ENG
Chester-le-StreetICC CWC 2019 | 1st ODI ODI | Sat, 04 Jul, 2020
PAK v NED
AmstelveenICC CWC 2019 | 2nd T20I T20 | Sun, 05 Jul, 2020
AUS v ENG
ManchesterICC CWC 2019 | 2nd ODI ODI | Tue, 07 Jul, 2020
PAK v NED
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