ICC Board meetings in Bali to discuss franchise league regulations, governance reforms and WTC cycles

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has begun its final set of Board and Committee meetings for 2026 in Bali, Indonesia, with discussions from November 11 to 15 set to focus on franchise league regulations, governance reforms, the World Test Championship and the future expansion of cricket.

Eight ICC committees will meet during the four-day programme before the ICC and International Cricket Council Business Corporation (IBC) Board meetings bring proceedings to a close.

Among the key agenda items will be the first recommendations from the Franchise League Review Group and the Governance Review Committee, both of which were established at the ICC Annual Conference in July 2026.


The Franchise League Review Group has been tasked with examining ways to strengthen the existing ICC sanctioning framework amid the growing number of franchise-based leagues worldwide. The review aims to address emerging challenges while protecting the broader cricket ecosystem.

The Governance Review Committee, meanwhile, will present its initial recommendations following a comprehensive review of the ICC's governance structure.

The meetings will also consider proposed match-ups for the 2027-29 and 2029-31 World Test Championship cycles. In addition, windows for all established ICC major men's events between 2028 and 2035 will be submitted for approval.

Qualification pathways for several upcoming ICC events will also feature prominently, with the ICC Development Committee working on frameworks aimed at making the qualification process more competitive and meaningful, particularly for emerging cricket nations.

Another significant item on the agenda will be the proposed next steps for the Development Pathway Programme for Afghan refugee women cricketers. A task force set up to support the players will present its proposals to the ICC Board. The ICC's Decision Review System (DRS) Accreditation Programme will also come up for consideration before the Chief Executives' Committee and the ICC Board.

ICC Chairman Jay Shah said: “The ICC Board and Committee meetings demonstrate the strength of the ICC as the sport's global governing body. Bringing together a diverse group of Directors and Chief Executives representing members from across the world provides an important opportunity to exchange perspectives, strengthen collaboration and shape the future of our sport. Through our shared vision and collaborative efforts, we remain committed to building a stronger, more inclusive and sustainable future for cricket worldwide.

“Bringing the meetings to Bali is a significant occasion for cricket in Indonesia and reflects the growing ambitions of our sport in the country. With new cricket grounds coming up in Bali, alongside the continued efforts of Persatuan Cricket Indonesia, there is clear momentum towards building a stronger foundation for the sport in this region. Hosting these meetings here provides a platform to recognise this progress, showcase Indonesia’s potential and further strengthen our commitment to supporting cricket’s development in emerging markets.”

Indonesia has made considerable progress in the sport in recent years. Its men's team played more T20 Internationals than any other country in 2025, while the senior women's team made its Women's Asia Cup debut in 2026. The country's Under-19 women's team also qualified for the Under-19 Asia Cup for the first time.

The development of the Bali International Oval is another major step in Indonesia's cricketing ambitions. The venue is scheduled to host the ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific Qualifier in 2027.

Persatuan Cricket Indonesia chairman Abhiram Singh Yadav said hosting the ICC meetings was a matter of pride for the country and expressed hope that the occasion would inspire players and aspiring cricketers while providing further momentum to the development of the game across Indonesia.