While Tilak Verma is expected to miss the first two T20I matches, there are growing concerns that he may miss the entire series.
Officials from 13 different countries will be involved, underlining the ICC's commitment to global representation and development in officiating.
Rathour, a former cricketer for India, previously served as the batting coach for the Indian men's team from September 2019 to July 2024.
Ahead of the WPL 2026 auction, the Warriorz retained only Shweta Sehrawat from their previous squad. They then made bold moves at the auction, securing three of the five most expensive players.
In a statement, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed that the matter had been addressed through a formal disciplinary process.
The opening 11 matches, including both Saturday double-headers, will be held at Navi Mumbai's D.Y. Patil Stadium, a venue recently renowned for hosting India's ODI World Cup win.
The defending champions Mumbai Indians, will start their campaign in WPL 2026 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru with the opening fixture on Friday, January 9
The 2024 champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, will start their campaign in WPL 2026 against defending champions Mumbai Indians on Friday, January 9
Delhi Capitals will start their campaign in WPL 2026 against defending champions Mumbai Indians on Saturday, January 10
Australia's victory lifted their points percentage (PCT) from 85.71 to 87.50, marking their seventh win of the current World Test Championship cycle.