After a long gap of 24 years, the ICC ODI World Cup is returning to African soil. Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith has described the 2027 edition as a 'landmark moment' for cricket.
FIFA, football's world governing body, has faced widespread criticism over a plan to sell a share of the World Cup's commercial rights to private investors. Under fire, the organisation eventually abandoned the plan. But the pressure has not eased on FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The US media outlet New York Post has claimed he is trying to secure the support of US President Donald Trump to shore up his position.
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has yet to publish the official schedule, venue and timings for the 2026 Women's Asia Cup T20, although preparations for hosting the tournament are in their final stages. However, cricket news outlet Cricinfo has reported that the tournament, expected to begin later this month, is most likely to be held in the United Arab Emirates.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing growing pressure. After FIFA's commercial proposal was scrapped, one national football association after another has expressed no-confidence in him. Following Wales's lead, Serbia and Sweden have now withdrawn their support for Infantino's re-election bid for a new term. Meanwhile, the English Football Association is also set to make the same decision.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing mounting pressure over his leadership of international football. The Football Association of Wales has announced its withdrawal of support for his candidature for the 2027-2031 term as FIFA president. This marks the first formal vote of no confidence against Infantino by any national football association.
Ahead of the Australia tour, the Bangladesh national cricket team has begun their first practice session in Darwin. After the first day's practice, experienced left-arm spinner Taijul Islam said the tour has started positively and the team has been able to prepare well.