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Pakistan Cricket Board and Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation sign landmark agreement to build international-standard stadium in Jeddah

South Africa’s SA20 threatens Australian cricket with AU$1 million (US$700K) player deals as BBL retention battle escalates

WBBL remains women’s cricket’s benchmark despite rise of WPL and The Hundred, says Big Bash Chief

IPL 2026 sponsorship effectiveness report highlights Tata Sierra, Cadbury and Rapido among top-performing brands as cricket advertising impact widens

People Moves: Roundup (July 3, 2026)

Hardik Pandya trade speculation checked as CSK and Mumbai Indians deny discussions over blockbuster IPL move

Ravichandran Ashwin says T20 cricket will drive global growth as ETPL leaders outline long-term vision

KNCB director calls for longer player contracts and more international cricket to drive Dutch growth

PlayBlue raises $2.7 million to build India’s first omnichannel sports retail platform

WBBL|12 unveils prime-time schedule with marquee clashes and new showcase fixtures

Executive moves

Michael Klinger, Sarah R., and Shane Bond featured in a composite image highlighting prominent figures in international and franchise cricket.

People Moves: Roundup (July 3, 2026)

Gary Wilson, Ireland men's cricket head coach, throws a ball during a fielding drill at a team training session.

Ireland appoints new men’s head coach after historic India series win

Heinrich Malan, Ireland men's cricket head coach, speaks with a player during a training session ahead of an international match.

Heinrich Malan steps down as Ireland men’s head coach after four years

Ryan Cook alongside the Royal Netherlands Cricket Board (KNCB) logo in a composite image related to Netherlands cricket.

Ryan Cook steps down as Netherlands Head Coach after transformative spell with Dutch men’s team

Damien Wright, Lisa Keightley and Andrew Ashenden in a composite image highlighting the three cricket coaches.

People Moves: Roundup (Jun 26, 2026)

Anthony Ilott, newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of Cricket ACT, poses for an official headshot.

Cricket ACT appoints former Cricket Victoria executive Anthony Ilott as CEO

Sydney Thunder WBBL head coach Lisa Keightley after signing a two-year contract extension, featured in official team announcement graphics.

Sydney Thunder secures Lisa Keightley with new two-year deal

Shawn Bradstreet speaks during a cricket training session, wearing team apparel and a microphone while addressing players and staff outdoors.

Hobart Hurricanes hire MLC and BBL coach Shawn Bradstreet

Spotlight

Tara Wilkinson-Mclean featured in a promotional portrait with female athletes and a growth chart representing leadership, business, and the growth of women's sports.
Tara Wilkinson-Mclean featured in a promotional portrait with female athletes and a growth chart representing leadership, business, and the growth of women's sports.

Not a Niche Audience: The Commercial Power of Women in Sport (Guest Post)

Hardik Pandya alongside the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Indian Premier League (IPL) logos, representing IPL franchise cricket.

Hardik Pandya attracts interest from seven IPL franchises as CSK emerge as frontrunners

Former England captain Michael Vaughan and England Test captain Ben Stokes alongside the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) logo, highlighting English cricket.

Michael Vaughan calls for England leadership overhaul after Ben Stokes retirement

Governance

Pakistan Cricket Board and Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation sign landmark agreement to build international-standard stadium in Jeddah

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Zimbabwe confirms Courtney Walsh as bowling coach, retains Justin Sammons after T20 World Cup run

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CWI Board advances long-term strategy with campus expansion and commercial growth plans

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BCCI Ombudsman issues notice to Hyderabad Cricket Association over governance complaint

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BCCI Ombudsman rules KSCA Secretary Santosh Menon ineligible to continue in office

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Global player leaders gather in London as WCA maps cricket’s future

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PCB hands PSL greater autonomy as Board backs sweeping investment across Pakistan cricket

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Aminul Islam denies seeking ICC funding freeze as reported legal submission deepens Bangladesh cricket dispute

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Media and Sponsorship

IPL trophy and Indian Premier League logo alongside sponsor logos including Tata Sierra, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Tata AIG, Rapido, Google AI Mode, and Wonder Cement.

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IPL 2026 sponsorship effectiveness report highlights Tata Sierra, Cadbury and Rapido among top-performing brands as cricket advertising impact widens

Logos of sponsors and partners associated with the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), including Cricket Ireland, Sony Sports Network, BBG, TG20, Fidelity Services Group, Lions and Masana.

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Global Sponsorship Roundup: Zimbabwe T20 League plans unveiled, Cricket Ireland adds SD Bell & Co and Candere signs Smriti Mandhana

Lyzr announces its official partnership with the San Francisco Unicorns, highlighting the AI company's collaboration with the Major League Cricket franchise.

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San Francisco Unicorns partner with AI platform Lyzr to boost performance and business operations

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana featured alongside the Candere Lifestyle Jewellery logo as the brand's ambassador.

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Smriti Mandhana joins Shah Rukh Khan as Candere brand ambassador

Sony Sports Network logo alongside the flags of India and England, representing cricket broadcast rights and television coverage between the two countries.

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Sony Sports expands regional coverage as India-England white-ball tour strengthens bilateral cricket’s commercial appeal

Collage featuring logos of Major League Cricket, MVPz, The Hundred, Monzo, Hampshire Cricket, Dafabet, Cricket South Africa, Lahore Qalandars, Muslim Hands, Cricket West Indies, and Bronx Colors highlighting cricket business partnerships and sponsorships.

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Global Sponsorship Roundup: The Hundred lands Monzo, Proteas expand with Dafabet and MLC strengthens commercial momentum

Interviews

Alistair Dobson pictured alongside the Weber WBBL, Women's Premier League (WPL), and The Hundred logos, representing major women's cricket competitions.

WBBL remains women’s cricket’s benchmark despite rise of WPL and The Hundred, says Big Bash Chief

Ravichandran Ashwin says T20 cricket will drive global growth as ETPL leaders outline long-term vision

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley reveal death threats after Women’s T20 World Cup scheduling comments as ICC clarifies India scheduling claim

How DP World ILT20 fast-tracked Khuzaima Tanveer’s rise to UAE international

Sana Mir calls out sexist criticism of Pakistan women after World Cup exit, calls for mindset shift

PERSPECTIVES

Lisa Sthalekar alongside the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 logo for the tournament to be held in England and Wales.

Lisa Sthalekar emphasises need for balancing act between Women’s T20 World Cup attendance and broadcast revenue

Former England captain Michael Vaughan and England Test captain Ben Stokes alongside the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) logo, highlighting English cricket.

Michael Vaughan calls for England leadership overhaul after Ben Stokes retirement

R Ashwin, Gautam Gambhir, Kris Srikkanth, and Tilak Varma alongside the India and Ireland flags, highlighting discussion around India's squad for the T20I series against Ireland.

After India’s Ireland series defeat R Ashwin backs Gautam Gambhir as Kris Srikkanth criticises Tilak Varma

video

Ravichandran Ashwin discussing leadership in cricket during an interview session

Leadership in Cricket: R. Ashwin on Mindset, Mentorship & Meaning – “If You Don’t Fail, You Don’t Win”

Promotional graphic featuring the headline "USA Cricket CEO Speaks – Answers All Questions" in bold yellow and white text. The image includes the USA Cricket logo and a photo of Johnathan Atkeison, labeled as Chief Executive Officer at USA Cricket, standing in a stadium with empty seats and a cricket field in the background.

Inside USA Cricket’s constitutional overhaul: CEO Johnathan Atkeison addresses the controversy

News graphic highlighting the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025 payment scandal, featuring quotes from a Chittagong Kings owner and a World Cricketers’ Association board member’s response.

South African Cricketers’ Association CEO Andrew Breetzke weighs in on BPL Scandal | cricexec podcast ep 11

Shane Watson in Chennai Super Kings jersey, in a suit, and speaking into a microphone, with the caption "Shane Watson is on a mission" over a cricket field background.

Shane Watson wants to change how everyone thinks | Australian Cricket Legend | cricexec podcast ep 10 (part 1)

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