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ICC Forms New Panel, Approves Loan for Cricket West Indies
15 Jul
Summary
- Devajit Saikia appointed head of new ICC Governance Review Committee.
- Cricket West Indies receives a USD 12.82 million loan from ICC.
- Mauritius admitted as ICC's 111th member; Cricket Canada remains suspended.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has established a new Governance Review Committee, with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia appointed as its chairman. This committee aims to enhance governance standards within cricket globally.
In a supportive measure for Caribbean cricket, the ICC has sanctioned a USD 12.82 million loan to Cricket West Indies. This financial assistance is intended to bolster the board's economic resilience and ensure consistent cash flow.
The ICC also ratified the admission of Mauritius as its 111th member, signaling an expansion of the sport's international reach. Conversely, Cricket Canada's membership remains suspended pending fulfillment of stipulated requirements.
Furthermore, France Cricket has been placed on notice due to breaches in membership criteria, while Sri Lanka Cricket's progress towards constitutional reform was reviewed, with elections urged soon.
