Tag: ICC
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Finals: Umpires and Referees Confirmed for Blockbuster Matches
The ICC has named match officials for the Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finals with experienced umpires and referees set to oversee India vs Australia in Dubai and South Africa vs New Zealand in Lahore. The announcement adds excitement as teams prepare for these high-stakes encounters.
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ICC Fines West Indies Coach Daren Sammy for Criticizing Umpiring During Test Series Against Australia
West Indies coach Daren Sammy has been fined by the ICC after openly criticizing umpiring decisions during the first Test match against Australia in Barbados. The tense match also spotlighted growing complaints over third umpire calls, with the controversy putting more heat on cricket’s officiating systems.
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ICC Eyes Four-Day Test Cricket for 2027-29 WTC Cycle, Keeping Five Days for Major Series
The ICC is gearing up to launch four-day Test matches for the 2027-29 WTC cycle to help smaller cricket nations cut costs, while ensuring top series like Ashes and Border-Gavaskar stay five days. This shift means Test matches could become faster and more frequent, marking a big change in the game's tradition.
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