The tournament has been organised in the UAE. Only Sharjah and Dubai hold the matches. The tournament runs from October 3rd to October 18. The format for the competition is T20, with group stage games against each other, two semi-finals on October 16, 2026, and the Grand Final on October 18, 2026. Six teams take part in the tournament.
“It’s a real grey area because a lot of the times they are never actually sanctioned and certainly don’t receive an ICC NoC (no-objection certificate). Domestic boards don’t sanction them or some do. But it is a bit of a grey area because a lot of the players who play in them are not in the current framework of cricket,” said the former British Police Officer to PTI (as quoted by the Indian Express)
Andrew Ephgrave believes WCL is hampering cricket's reputation
Andrew further stated that it will damage the reputation. He also feels that the matches should be exhibition matches or festival-style cricket. With him being concerned about the game, it will surely be up to the higher authority of the ICC.
WCL to have a new format as ICC intervenes
Andrew Ephgrave states that the WCL was hosted back in 2024 in Sri Lanka and had corruption allegations as well. Ephgrave reveals that he will not say that the WCL has no risk, but he thinks about distinguishing official cricket from retired players who can still entertain fans and show their skills.
“It’s making sure that people recognise what that is compared to a franchise league, an ICC event, or the Ranji Trophy,” he said.
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