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ICC Champions Trophy: No More 50-overs ICC Champions Trophy Disney Star Pushes for 20-over ICT 2025

No More 50-overs ICC Champions Trophy Disney Star Pushes for 20-over ICT 2025: With a new viewing record for the ICC Cricket World Cup, the 50-over format gets a boost in popularity. However, viewing aside, ODIs and 50-over formats are becoming less common.
Even in a country as cricket mad as India, a lot of non-Indian matches have failed to attract large audiences. Star Sports, the official broadcaster of the ICC, is concerned about that.
The broadcaster is pressuring the International Cricket Council (ICC) to switch from 50-overs to T20 for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 (ICT 2025) format.
The eight-team ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will resurrect after an 8-year gap. While the world body continues to push for an ICC event every year, as per The Guardian report, Star Sports has already made plans for a 20-over ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Disney Star is paying $3 billion for 2023-27.
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Following an eight-year break, the eight-team ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will return.
Even though the global organization is still pushing for an annual ICC tournament, Star Sports has already scheduled a 20-over ICC Champions Trophy for 2025, according to a story in The Guardian. Disney Star is paying $3 billion for 2023-27.
However, a Disney Star official has informed The Guardian that the broadcaster has not put forth a “formal request” to the ICC.
Eight teams participating in an ICT will just be too much T20 cricket when World Cups are still being held every two years. Twenty24, 2026, and 2028 will see a T20 World Cup.
However, it’s also true that the 50-over format is losing its appeal. Cricket World Cup 2023 venues that are just partially full have provided sufficient proof.
The next ODI World Cup is in 2027 and just to keep the format going, ICC may be interested in dragging the format further. ICC will meeting in Ahmedabad next week and it could be part of the discussion.
Nonetheless, the format—which isn’t particularly well-liked by players—is probably going to disappear if the ICC grants Disney Star’s request.
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Pakistan (Host): As the host, Pakistan are not in the race to qualify for ICT 2025.
India: Having secured a top-place finish in the Cricket World Cup league stage, India are assured of ICT berth.
South Africa: The Proteas have sealed a Top-2 finish and therefore have sealed an ICT berth.
Australia: The five-time world champions have confirmed a Top 3 finish. Hence, they are through to ICT 2025.
New Zealand: With a win against Sri Lanka, New Zealand have confirmed a berth in ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Afghanistan: Even though Afghanistan are virtually knocked out of the Cricket World Cup semifinal race, they have made history. For the first time since the birth of the tournament, Afghanistan have qualified for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
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T20 World Cup 2024: Virat Kohli Out of T20 WC 2024- Report

Virat Kohli Out of T20 WC 2024: The speculation that Virat Kohli would not play in the T20 World Cup 2024 increased after the World Cup 2023 completed. Although there haven’t been any verified reports of the same as of yet, this has been a frequent subject of conversation.
Ajit Agarkar, the head of the selection committee, Rahul Dravid, captain Rohit Sharma, and other board members appeared to have outlined a plan of action for the T20 World Cup in the USA and the West Indies.
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While Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit are expected to remain in the team for the event despite missing the Australia and South Africa series, Kohli may not be.
This is according to a report in Dainik Jagran. Though he has a strong track record in T20I and the IPL, the board may just be considering a different middle-order option.
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According to the Jagran report, an official from the BCCI informed the newspaper that Ishan Kishan may be selected in the middle order since they are seeking a batsman who can attack from the outset. The insider said that Kohli’s IPL 2024 performances would also be taken into consideration; however, he might not be able to play when he opens for his team, the RCB. The opening spaces, however, appear to be mostly empty.
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The official also added that Kohli will be consulted about his future before any decision is made.
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IPL: Glenn Maxwell says ‘I’ll play until I can’t walk anymore’

IPL Glenn Maxwell: Glenn Maxwell, an explosive hitter for Australia, has made a bold declaration: he will play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) until he “can’t walk anymore.” In the fast-paced world of cricket, careers develop like chapters.
Maxwell, 35, discusses the importance of the Indian Premier League in his career and shares his goals for the T20 World Cup as he prepares to captain the Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League.
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A key member of Australia’s World Cup-winning team, Glenn Maxwell has been a mainstay in the Indian Premier League, making frequent appearances for the Royal Challengers Bangalore.
“The IPL will probably be the last tournament I ever play, as I will play the IPL until I can’t walk anymore,” he said candidly at Melbourne Airport.
Glenn Maxwell emphasizes the lessons he learned from playing with international players like AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli and credits the IPL for much of his own development.
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Reflecting on the IPL’s impact, Maxwell expressed, “It’s just the greatest learning experience that any player could ask for.”
With the T20 World Cup in June, he hopes more Australian players would take advantage of the chance to play in the IPL. The IPL, with its diverse conditions and star-studded line-ups, provides a valuable platform for players to enhance their skills and adapt to different playing environments.
“As soon as we won this World Cup, we all talked about the refocus towards the next one,” Glenn Maxwell remarked. The excitement builds for the upcoming BBL season, where players have the chance to make headlines for the right reasons and vie for coveted spots in the national squad.
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Maxwell’s dedication to the IPL demonstrates the league’s attraction as well as the rich chances it offers cricket players. Beyond the flash and splendor, the IPL is an essential venue for developing abilities, forming friendships with worldwide celebrities, and getting ready for international competitions. While Glenn Maxwell pursues his cricket career, the Indian Premier League (IPL) continues to be a dynamic chapter that enhances the game and leaves a lasting impression on players’ careers.
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