This week’s headlines spotlight cricket’s shifting power across non‑traditional markets, booming women’s commercial interest, and a landmark move for India’s spin star.
From shock upsets to an orange movement: inside Dutch cricket’s bid to turn momentum into a sustainable future
The Netherlands aims to build on recent upsets by pushing a grassroots “Orange movement” to solidify cricket’s presence—emphasizing youth pipelines and community engagement. 👉 Read full story
Sponsorship and ad rates for ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 surge up to 50%
With rising viewership and corporate confidence, sponsorship and advertising rates for the Women’s World Cup 2025 are accelerating, up to 50% higher than previous editions. 👉 Read full story
Babar Azam likely to return for South Africa T20Is as Hafeez says Pakistan incomplete without him
Amid fitness doubts and rotation, veteran batsman Babar Azam is expected back for Pakistan’s T20 series in South Africa, with Mohammad Hafeez insisting the side lacks balance without his star. 👉 Read full story
ICC to hear BCCI and PCB complaints as stage is set for first ever India‑Pakistan Asia Cup final
With both boards lodging grievances—ranging from handshake snubs to governance matters—the ICC will adjudicate before the historic India‑Pakistan Asia Cup final. 👉 Read full story
ICC suspends USA Cricket membership, takes control of national teams and Olympic roadmap
The ICC has suspended USA Cricket’s membership, temporarily overseeing its national teams and Olympic qualification plans amid governance disputes. 👉 Read full story
English county cricket clubs vote to retain 14‑match schedule for 2026
In a decisive vote, English counties have opted to maintain a 14‑match County Championship format for the 2026 season, resisting proposals for expansion or reconfiguration. 👉 Read full story
Ravichandran Ashwin becomes first India men’s star to sign for BBL, joins Sydney Thunder
Ashwin has broken new ground as the first star from India’s men’s team to commit to the Big Bash League—signing with Sydney Thunder ahead of the next season. 👉 Read full story
Asia Cup 2025 gestures by Farhan and Rauf spark fury as Pakistan files ICC complaint over Fakhar Zaman dismissal
Controversial on-field gestures and a disputed Fakhar Zaman dismissal in Asia Cup 2025 have led Pakistan to file an official grievance with the ICC, amid growing cross-border tensions. 👉 Read full story
Najam Sethi: I prevented PCB boycott of Asia Cup after India handshake row
In a candid statement, Najam Sethi claims he intervened to prevent Pakistan from withdrawing from the Asia Cup following the India handshake controversy—maintaining cricket diplomacy. 👉 Read full story
Team India jersey deal not overpaid, says Apollo Tyres vice chairman Neeraj Kanwar
Following scrutiny over the valuation of the new jersey sponsorship, Apollo Tyres’ vice chair Neeraj Kanwar defends the deal as fair and aligned with market norms. 👉 Read full story
Warren Deutrom appointed Director of ETPL and chair of parent RulesX as Brian MacNeice named ETPL board chair
In administrative shakeups, media executive Warren Deutrom will lead the ETPL, with Brian MacNeice stepping in as board chair of the parent RulesX organization. 👉 Read full story
Official ICC statements on suspension of USA Cricket
The ICC has released its formal notices and rationale for suspending USA Cricket, outlining conditions, oversight measures, and paths to reinstatement. 👉 Read full story
PCA: Player welfare not prioritised in county review
The Professional Cricketers’ Association warns that recent county structure reviews have insufficient safeguards for player welfare, especially around scheduling and rest protocols. 👉 Read full story
Ravichandran Ashwin enters ILT20 auction with record base price as BBL teams led by Warner and Ponting chase signature
Ashwin is setting the market ablaze—entering the ILT20 auction with a record base price, while leading BBL franchises led by Warner and Ponting compete fiercely for his signing. 👉 Read full story
ACE disputes false and misleading USA Cricket claims; legal showdown set for late September
ACE has fired back at USA Cricket’s narrative, calling assertions “false and misleading,” and preparing for a legal showdown later in September. 👉 Read full story
