“Our next step is to create a roadmap for the resumption of int'l cricket" : ICC Chief Executive

[Abdullah719]

“Our next step is to create a roadmap for the resumption of int'l cricket" : ICC Chief Executive

INTERNATIONAL CRICKET COUNCIL


ICC UPDATE FOLLOWING CHIEF EXECUTIVES' MEETING


The International Cricket Council hosted a Chief Executives’ Committee meeting via conference call today as members came together to consider the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the sport.

During the call, the CEOs of the 12 Full Members and three Associate representatives confirmed their full commitment to work in partnership to address the challenges the sport will face in the coming weeks and months. The meeting heard updates from all attendees regarding the current situation in their own countries.

The CEC was updated on the continuing contingency planning for all ICC global events, including the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2020 and the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2021. Planning for both events as currently scheduled is ongoing.

There was agreement that the disrupted FTP programme would need to be collectively reviewed through to 2023 with a view to rescheduling as much of the cricket that has been postponed due to COVID-19 as possible.

Discussions and decisions on this and the future of both the World Test Championship and the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League will be held at a later date when there is a greater understanding of the impact of the cricket that has been lost on the competitions.

ICC Chief Executive Manu Sawhney said: “I am grateful to my fellow CEOs for their clear commitment to a unified approach to steering cricket through this pandemic. We will work in partnership for the best outcomes for the sport in relation to both ICC events and bilateral cricket.

“We agreed on the importance of taking well informed, responsible decisions in relation to the resumption of international cricket. The complexities involved in being able to stage ICC global events are extensive to ensure we protect the health and safety of everyone involved and they will be carefully considered before any decisions are arrived at in the best interests of the game.”

Chair of the ICC Medical Committee, Dr Peter Harcourt provided a general medical update to the meeting. He said: “The situation is rapidly evolving and full of significant risk as there is still a lot to learn about COVID-19 which can make decision making difficult. The ICC Medical Committee is working with Member medical representatives to build a comprehensive picture of the issues cricket is facing.

“Our next step is to create a roadmap for the resumption of international cricket which will include a criteria for decision making and a checklist for what needs to happen. This will consider everything from player preparation to government restrictions and advisories and bio-bubbles.”

“The scale and complexity of getting cricket started again cannot be underestimated particularly with respect to a global event. The more teams, venues and cities involved in an event, the greater the risk which has to be assessed and managed.”

Cricket Australia Chief Executive Kevin Roberts said: “Cricket Australia is working closely with the ICC, the Local Organising Committee and the Australian government so we have a comprehensive understanding of exactly what it will take to be able to play the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2020 in October in Australia as planned.

“We are also jointly exploring all other options in relation to staging the event and will take the right decisions at the right time so we can host a wonderful celebration of the sport and keep everyone involved safe and well.”

PCB Chief Executive Wasim Khan said: “Today’s meeting was the first step in a longer-term process that will enable us to take a joined up approach to decision making as we shape our response to this pandemic to get cricket back on an even keel.

“There has never been a more important time for our global cricket community to be unified and there was a clear commitment from colleagues on today’s call to work in the collective best interest of our sport.”

 

[MenInG]

Big challenges facing the ICC now and all members need to play ball and stop thinking about their own issues only.

 

[Saj]

I was speaking with a former Australian player who reckons that the T20 World Cup will not take place this year in Australia, due to strict guidelines from the Government.

 

[sweep_shot]

Don't expect to see much cricket (if any) this year.

It is expected to be a tricky resumption with many financial wounds.

 

[Reddy]

BCCI takes center stage at the ICC Covid crisis meeting

The International cricket council's CEC meeting was held on Thursday via Teleconferencing where BCCI took charge of the proceedings after a good Five years. BCCI secretary laid down the ‘new rules of the game’ as BCCI showed signs of picking up from where it had lost its way back in 2015.


"In the given scenario, there are pressing points that need to be addressed. We understand the apprehensions that may arise for many cricket boards at this juncture and the BCCI will do its best to support the fraternity. India will lead the way in charting out the future course of action" told Shah as most member boards agreed.


Those who attended the meeting said, the BCCI secretary set the tone for the conference, asserting for the first time after taking charge of his present role that the time has come for India to assume the leadership role at ICC once again.

"Jay laid down the roadmap in terms of what are going to be he standard operation procedures going forward. The BCCI understands very well that India will have a pivotal role to play in the near and distant future. The economics of the game are going to stare down the barrel. Members expected Jay (read: BCCI) to speak and he did. He’s clear that BCCI should be allowed to once again lead the way at ICC. Only a self-sustained board can show the way for others to follow," said those in the know of the conference.



Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com...trestage-at-icc-meet/articleshow/75329037.cms

 

[Savak]

The International cricket council's CEC meeting was held on Thursday via Teleconferencing where BCCI took charge of the proceedings after a good Five years. BCCI secretary laid down the ‘new rules of the game’ as BCCI showed signs of picking up from where it had lost its way back in 2015.


"In the given scenario, there are pressing points that need to be addressed. We understand the apprehensions that may arise for many cricket boards at this juncture and the BCCI will do its best to support the fraternity. India will lead the way in charting out the future course of action" told Shah as most member boards agreed.


Those who attended the meeting said, the BCCI secretary set the tone for the conference, asserting for the first time after taking charge of his present role that the time has come for India to assume the leadership role at ICC once again.

"Jay laid down the roadmap in terms of what are going to be he standard operation procedures going forward. The BCCI understands very well that India will have a pivotal role to play in the near and distant future. The economics of the game are going to stare down the barrel. Members expected Jay (read: BCCI) to speak and he did. He’s clear that BCCI should be allowed to once again lead the way at ICC. Only a self-sustained board can show the way for others to follow," said those in the know of the conference.



Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com...trestage-at-icc-meet/articleshow/75329037.cms

Lol, as usual the BCCI will now take care of all the other boards but will make it clear that the PCB will not be included in the list.

 

[MenInG]

The CEOs of the 12 Full Members and three Associate representatives of the International Cricket Council (ICC) were part of last weeks Chief Executives Committee meeting and while the road ahead amidst the coronavirus outbreak was the topic of discussion, BCCI representative Jay Shahs clarity of thought impressed one and all.

Speaking to IANS, one of the executives in the know of developments in the meeting said that Shah was not just clear with his speech, but also contributed meaningfully which is a welcome change from its last representative at the ICC’s CEC.

“The main focus is on the way that he conducted himself and the vision and clarity of mind he showed. The ICC at this point in time needs such leadership considering the socio-economic impact of the pandemic. He showed great composure as he put forward what the BCCI is looking at during these tough times,” the executive said.

Another executive pointed at how it was a clear case of putting the hand up and telling the other members that we are here to help and do not hesitate.

“I think the message was loud and clear that the BCCI is a friend willing to help all and this is exactly what the ICC needs at this point in time. It needs BCCI and the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board) to come together and help the game out. You have to understand that at this point in time, the member boards need the Indian and English teams to play everyone to help recover from the economic setback and for that you need strong leadership coming in from BCCI. You need someone from BCCI to be sitting in the principal’s chair,” the executive said.

Asked if there has been a word from the Indian board on the chairman’s position since it is expected that Shashank Manohar will be leaving and Colin Graves from the ECB will take over, the executive answered in the negative. “I believe it will be a wait and watch policy to be honest,” he said.

But the member boards do seem to heavily agree that the world of cricket needs the Indian Premier League now more than ever. “See, you cannot have a Test match right now without crowds because that will not generate the revenue you need but the IPL will not only generate revenue for the BCCI, but also for the other boards because they will get a 10 per cent fee from the players’ salaries. It is a must in the current scenario and you cannot ignore that,” one of the executives said.

Reacting to the impression that the BCCI Secretary managed to create at the meeting, a BCCI official said that the Indian board has always had the ICC and the board members’ interests at heart.

“It was always the case that the BCCI was willing to take leadership and to generate more revenue for the ICC and the member boards, but some vested interests gave that intent a different spin and the BCCI was unable to respond to that spin effectively for various reasons.

“The BCCI’s interests were also sacrificed for positions by individuals on the pretext of the ‘greater good.’ The result is there for all to see. Even before the pandemic, the ICC was struggling to meet its financial targets but now, it would find things very difficult without the BCCI. It is heartening to see that there is an elected secretary of the BCCI in the CEC once again who has the BCCI’s interest at heart.


https://www.hindustantimes.com/cric...-ipl-needed/story-fQqQmwUSSO1iJzcSHcN5ZP.html
“This is a welcome change from the last three years when the previous representative to the CEC was merely making up the quorum with no significant contribution at all. As a BCCI official it is heartening to know that we have gone from being a laughing stock at the ICC over the last three years to being taken seriously once again. When the Supreme Court hears us again, there is a possibility of a corresponding strong BCCI presence at the ICC Board as well. That would augur well for world cricket,” the official pointed.

 

[Bleedgreen4ever]

ICC getting a taste of what Pakistan suffered for 10 years.

Dear ICC, this is what isolation feels like.