This week highlights systemic turmoil and shifting power centers across global cricket. From the deepening non-payment crisis threatening players’ livelihoods, to the ICC’s major leadership transition, to USA Cricket’s governance meltdown ahead of the LA Olympics, the sport’s commercial and political stakes have rarely been higher.
Sanctioned but left unpaid: WCA CEO calls out global non-payment crisis
WCA CEO Tom Moffat reveals nearly 30 percent of players in ICC‑sanctioned events have faced delayed or withheld payments, citing long-standing issues in several member nations and urgent calls for ICC protections. 👉 Read full story
Sanjog Gupta named as new ICC chief executive
Indian media veteran Sanjog Gupta assumed the ICC CEO role on July 7, 2025, replacing Geoff Allardice and signaling potential strategic shifts under Indian leadership. 👉 Read full story
USOPC demands resignation of full USA Cricket board
Amid a growing governance crisis, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee has demanded the immediate departure of all USA Cricket board members, citing concerns just three years before Olympic cricket’s debut. 👉 Read full story
MCC clarifies Akash Deep no‑ball controversy, ending Root debate
The MCC confirmed that Akash Deep’s delivery, which dismissed Joe Root at Edgbaston, complied with Law 21.5.1 and put an end to the no‑ball controversy. 👉 Read full story
Record 11 teams confirmed for Australia’s 2025 Top End T20
Australia’s Northern Territory will host its largest-ever Top End T20, featuring 11 teams—including five BBL academies, three international sides, and US‑based Chicago Kingsmen. 👉 Read full story
91 percent of executives call player non‑payment ‘unacceptable’ in Cricexec poll
A new Cricexec survey finds overwhelming consensus among 91 percent of global cricket executives condemning the non‑payment crisis and urging the ICC to act. 👉 Read full story
USA Cricket seeks clarity from MLC owner ACE on contractual obligations
USA Cricket has requested detailed explanations from ACE regarding its 2019 MLC partnership commitments around league support and infrastructure funding. 👉 Read full story
Hyderabad Cricket Association president arrested in IPL ticket scandal
HCA chief A Jagan Mohan Rao and four others were arrested July 9 by Telangana CID over forged tickets and funds misuse—prompting calls from Mohammed Azharuddin for the HCA’s disbandment. 👉 Read full story
IPL’s valuation jumps to $18.5 b, RCB overtakes CSK as most valuable team
An IPL Brand Valuation Study reports the league is now worth US$18.5 billion (+12.9%) and RCB tops the table at US$269 million, surpassing CSK. 👉 Read full story
Afghanistan to host T20I tri‑series with Pakistan and UAE before 2025 World Cup
Afghanistan will stage a high-profile T20I tri-series featuring Pakistan and UAE as preparatory competition ahead of the 2025 ICC Cricket World Cup. 👉 Read full story
IOC invites cricket bids for LA 2028 Olympics broadcast rights
The IOC has opened the India broadcast tender for LA 2028’s T20 cricket rights, betting on Indian viewership to drive broadcast value. 👉 Read full story
Ireland issues €35 m tender for new cricket stadium ahead of 2030 WC
Cricket Ireland plans a major stadium development with a €35 million tender, aimed at bolstering infrastructure ahead of the 2030 World Cup. 👉 Read full story
Ishan Chatterjee named CEO of Sports & Live Experiences at JioStar
JioStar appoints Ishan Chatterjee as CEO of Sports & Live Experiences, taking over Sanjog Gupta’s former role and signaling continued investment in live sports production. 👉 Read full story
Shubman Gill sparks sponsorship debate over Nike vest in Test
Gill wore a Nike vest during a Test match despite the BCCI’s adidas deal, raising questions about player-brand compliance and sponsor exclusivity. 👉 Read full story
SA20 Season 4 fixtures unveiled with Boxing Day opener and NYE double‑header
The SA20 has released its fourth season schedule featuring a Boxing Day launch, a New Year’s Eve double‑header, and a coastal carnival weekend. 👉 Read full story
