NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that Pakistan will host the prestigious ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in 2028, marking another major global cricket event for the country. However, the announcement has also clarified a key issue surrounding the participation of India.
Following a board meeting held in India, the ICC announced that all matches involving the Indian women’s team during the tournament will be played at a neutral venue rather than in Pakistan. The decision reflects the ongoing cricketing and diplomatic arrangements between the two neighboring countries, which have affected bilateral and tournament hosting plans in recent years.
The confirmation of Pakistan as host is viewed as a significant boost for the country’s efforts to re-establish itself as a regular destination for international cricket. Pakistan has successfully staged several major international events in recent years, helping restore confidence among global cricket stakeholders.
In another important development, the ICC approved a change in the schedule of the ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027. The tournament, originally scheduled for June and July, will now be held from February 14 to February 28, 2027. The revised schedule is expected to provide better playing conditions and align more effectively with the international cricket calendar.
The ICC board meeting also focused on governance matters. The global cricket governing body announced the suspension of Cricket Canada due to what it described as serious violations of membership responsibilities.
The governing body further noted that USA Cricket remains under suspension following membership rule breaches identified last year. Despite the suspension, United States national teams continue to participate in ICC events and remain eligible to compete in cricket’s return to the Olympic Games at the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics.
The decisions were detailed in an official statement issued by the International Cricket Council after its board meeting, outlining several governance reforms and tournament-related plans that will shape the future of international women’s cricket.
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