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Geoff Allardice to leave ICC CEO role before Champions Trophy 2025 begins

Australian Geoff Allardice on Tuesday announced his decision to step down as the ICC Chief Executive, just weeks ahead of next month's Champions Trophy ODI tournament. The 57-year-old joined the ICC in 2012 as General Manager of Cricket, coming from Cricket Australia, where he served as Cricket Operations Manager. He was appointed CEO of the ICC in November 2021, after having served as acting CEO for eight months. "It has been a privilege to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the International Cricket Council and I am incredibly proud of the results we have achieved, from enhancing the global reach of cricket to the commercial foundation put in place for ICC Members," Allardice said in a statement. "I'd like to thank the ICC Chair, the board of directors and entire cricket community for their support and collaboration over the past 13 years. I believe this is the right time for me to step down and pursue new challenges. I am confident that cricket has exciting times ahead, and

ICC CEO Geoff Allardice steps down weeks ahead of Champions Trophy

International Cricket Council CEO Geoff Allardice has decided to step down just weeks before the Champions Trophy with a board member indicating that his failure to present a "clear picture" of host Pakistan's lack of preparedness is one of the multiple reasons behind the move. The 57-year-old joined the ICC in 2012 as General Manager of Cricket, coming from Cricket Australia, where he served as Cricket Operations Manager. He was appointed CEO of the ICC in November 2021, after having served as acting CEO for eight months. "It has been a privilege to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the International Cricket Council and I am incredibly proud of the results we have achieved, from enhancing the global reach of cricket to the commercial foundation put in place for ICC Members," Allardice said in a statement. "I believe this is the right time for me to step down and pursue new challenges," he added. The official ICC statement made no mention of the exact reasons for Allardice's

Jasprit Bumrah becomes fifth Indian to win ICC Cricketer of the Year award

Bumrah was also named 2024 ICC Test Cricketer of the Year on Monday

IND vs PAK tickets price, how to buy tickets for Champions Trophy 2025

The tickets for the ninth edition of the ICC Champions Trophy are set to go live on Tuesday, January 28

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Will the three-pacer formula work for India?

Out of three regular pacers India selected for the Champions Trophy, only Arshdeep Singh is fully fit as of now

PCB chief rules out Pakistan opener from Champions Trophy 2025 squad

Naqvi addressed the media, stating that no risks would be taken with Saim's long-term career. He emphasized that the young talent's recovery would be closely monitored.

Champions Trophy: BCCI secy confirms India will follow ICC's dress code

The Indian cricket team will adhere to dress code set by the International Cricket Council (ICC) during the upcoming Champions Trophy, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia told PTI on Wednesday, rejecting speculation that the Board had objected to host Pakistan's name on the official jersey for the side. The Champions Trophy will be held from February 19 and India will play its share of matches in Dubai after citing security concerns as the reason for refusing to travel to Pakistan. "BCCI will follow every uniform-related ICC rule during Champions Trophy," Saikia told PTI. "Whatever the other teams will do regarding the logo and dress code, we are going to follow in true letter and spirit," he added. However, Saikia said that whether national captain Rohit Sharma participates in the ICC's pre-tournament engagements, including a press conference and official photo shoot, in Lahore is still being discussed. "Whether Rohit Sharma travels to Pakistan for ICC media engagements is something th

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 trophy tour begins in India at Wankhede Stadium

Indian cricket legends including Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma, and Ajinkya Rahane posed with the coveted trophy on Monday

Champions Trophy: Raina believes Pant can be X factor for India in ODIs

Raina expressed confidence that India and New Zealand would make it to the final four of the Champions Trophy, with Afghanistan also having a strong chance due to their spin prowess

IND vs ENG: Shami attends India's practice session with strapped knee

The veteran Indian pacer has been named in India's squad for the upcoming England series and ICC Champions Trophy after being on the sidelines for over a year

Shubman Gill is an excellent choice for Rohit's deputy: Suresh Raina

Raina explained how Gill's leadership qualities were evident during his stint with Gujarat in the IPL

Why India will miss Suryakumar Yadav in the Champions Trophy 2025?

Suryakumar and pacer Mohammed Siraj were the notable absentees from the Champions Trophy squad, both of whom were part of the 2023 ODI World Cup team.

Champions Trophy: Raina believes Virat will be at his best against Pakistan

India will face Pakistan in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy Group A match on February 23India will face Pakistan in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy Group A match on February 23

Champions Trophy: Bumrah to prove fitness with ENG series participation

As per reports, Bumrah suffered a stress-related injury during India's recently concluded tour of Australia

Rohit Sharma questions BCCI's new diktat, seeks clarity on family clause

While the BCCI defends the guidelines as part of improving team cohesion and discipline, the debate continues as the team seeks to balance professionalism with personal freedom

Champions Trophy: Why Gill picked as Rohit's deputy over Bumrah and Hardik?

Earlier media reports suggested that either Jasprit Bumrah or Hardik Pandya were being considered for India's vice-captaincy position

Champions Trophy 2025: Why Karun Nair wasn't picked in India's squad

Nair, despite averaging 752 in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, failed to make the cut as India announced their squad for the Champions Trophy on Saturday

Champions Trophy: Rohit reveals why Siraj wasn't picked in India squad

Md Siraj's name was missing as Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar announced India's squad for the ODI series vs England and ICC Champions Trophy

India squad announcement for Champions Trophy: Kuldeep, Bumrah included, Gill named VC

Shami and Arshdeep were also included as India's only pick three seamers for the Champions Trophy. Pandya to play role of fourth seemer

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit continues to lead; Bumrah, Shami included

India will start their Champions Trophy campaign against Bangladesh on February 20