ICC to debate World Test Championship expansion in Bali

Potential for 10-team WTC cycle and Zimbabwe inclusion

The current World Test Championship is in its fourth cycle featuring nine teams. While the next cycle is expected to remain at nine teams, there is a possibility of Zimbabwe joining as a 10th team.

Zimbabwe played 10 Test matches in 2025, but the team played only two Test matches in 2026.

ECB opposes WTC expansion over travel and scheduling concerns

The England and Wales Cricket Board opposes expanding the World Test Championship due to concerns over travel issues and the impact on their home window.

The board is open to playing one-off Tests with Zimbabwe and Ireland.

Future Tours Programme 2027-2031 to be presented

The board will review the next Future Tours Programme for 2027 to 2031, as the current cycle concludes in March.

South Africa is set to travel to Zimbabwe for a Test in 2027. England is scheduled to tour Zimbabwe in 2028, which may include a Test match, marking the first bilateral series between the two countries in Zimbabwe since 2004.

Australia is also scheduled to visit Zimbabwe in the next cycle, though it is not confirmed if that visit will include Test matches.

Governance reforms and strategic reviews on the agenda

The ICC board meeting in Bali is addressing governance reforms, franchise league regulations, and World Test Championship cycles. The board will review a strategic review of international cricket's future conducted by McKinsey.

Devajit Saikia of the BCCI will present initial recommendations from the Governance Review Committee. An ICC taskforce is also presenting proposed next steps for an Afghan refugee women's team development pathway.

Cricket West Indies explores North American expansion

The organization is strengthening a partnership with the Washington Freedom MLC franchise, which is building a 10,000-seat stadium in Frederick.

The stadium site is located 45 miles north of Washington D.C.

Glasgow selected for 2030 Men's T20 World Cup

Glasgow has been selected as the Scottish venue for the 2030 Men's T20 World Cup. The city was chosen over Edinburgh for the host role.

India manages three-format schedule ahead of World Cup

India is currently managing a three-format international schedule. The team is prioritizing the 50-over World Cup next year and an upcoming away Test series.

ODI cricket is expected to be played less in the next cycle, with scheduling likely concentrated in 2030-2031 leading up to the 2031 World Cup.

Siraj expected to return for fourth ODI against New Zealand

Siraj is expected to join the playing XI for the fourth ODI on Friday, November 13, 2026, as Kamboj has left the squad.

Siraj bowled a long spell during a net session on Thursday, November 12, 2026, ahead of the fourth match. Cricinfo noted that India believes Siraj performs better with match practice rather than relying solely on net sessions.

He joined the Indian squad in Wellington for the second ODI but was not included in the playing XI.

Bumrah has been rested from the ODI series.

India may have wanted to provide Siraj with a break after the unofficial Test concluded on November 3, 2026.