This week’s top headlines capture key shifts in cricket governance, franchise strategy and off‑field conflicts that are shaping the sport’s future.
Athletes’ rights in the modern era: Cricket’s struggle with an outdated model (Guest post by WPA)
A WPA guest column argues that cricket’s structures lag behind other sports in protecting player rights and ensuring fair treatment.
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Trophy dispute intensifies as Mohsin Naqvi faces scrutiny ahead of Asia Cup Rising Stars
Cross‑border tensions deepen as the ACC and BCCI await the formal hand‑over of the Asia Cup trophy, while Mohsin Naqvi faces growing scrutiny.
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South African actress criticizes her country’s silence after India’s Women’s World Cup win: “Who the hell showed up?”
A well-known South African actress publicly criticized the lack of official recognition from her country following India’s World Cup win.
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IPL 2026 auction likely to move overseas, with Abu Dhabi emerging as frontrunner
The IPL may move its 2026 auction to Abu Dhabi, as BCCI explores internationalizing its marquee event and tapping new markets.
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Haris Rauf suspended, multiple players sanctioned after Asia Cup 2025 India-Pakistan clashes
After heated India-Pakistan matches in the Asia Cup, Haris Rauf has been suspended and other players sanctioned for disciplinary breaches.
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India’s world-cup-winning women become million-dollar brand stars as endorsements surge
Following their historic win, India’s women cricketers are attracting million-dollar endorsements and soaring brand visibility.
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Mohsin Naqvi given ICC deadline extension as BCCI steps up pressure over Asia Cup dispute
The ICC has reportedly extended a deadline for resolving the trophy standoff, as the BCCI intensifies its campaign to escalate the matter.
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Pratika Rawal denied World Cup medal despite being India’s second-highest run-scorer
Despite a standout performance, Pratika Rawal was reportedly excluded from medal distribution, raising fairness and recognition concerns.
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Indian Heaven Premier League T20 league in Srinagar collapses as organisers reportedly vanish without paying dues
The Srinagar-based Indian Heaven Premier League has collapsed before launch, with reports of unpaid dues and missing organisers.
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N Srinivasan’s old remark “wouldn’t let women’s cricket happen” resurfaces after India’s World Cup win
A past comment by ex-BCCI chief N Srinivasan has resurfaced, highlighting historical resistance to women’s cricket amid current success.
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Asia Cup trophy dispute to be raised at ICC meeting as BCCI-PCB tensions escalate
The ongoing Asia Cup trophy row between the BCCI and PCB is now set to be raised at an upcoming ICC meeting in Dubai.
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Michael Vaughan questions Aussie fans’ love for Pat Cummins’ team ahead of Ashes
Michael Vaughan has questioned Australian fans’ enthusiasm for the current Test team, pointing to a shift in cricket’s cultural vibe.
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Anaya Bangar celebrates India’s World Cup triumph, says she hopes to wear the blue jersey someday
Rising star Anaya Bangar says India’s World Cup victory has inspired her dream to one day represent the national team.
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BBC unveils comprehensive coverage for 2025–26 Men’s Ashes across radio, digital and on-demand platforms
The BBC has announced its most extensive Ashes coverage to date, spanning radio, digital, and on-demand platforms to reach global audiences.
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