ICC Strips Sri Lanka of Women Champions Trophy Hosting Rights

The International Cricket Council has formally stripped Sri Lanka of its hosting rights for the inaugural Women Champions Trophy due to persistent government interference in national sports governance. Officials confirmed the decision follows strict regulations against political overreach in member boards, leaving the six-team marquee tournament without a designated host venue.

The governing body previously warned member nations over unauthorized government intervention, prompting this disciplinary action after administrative failures persisted within Sri Lanka Cricket. The inaugural tournament was designed specifically as a six-team marquee event to expand the global women cricket calendar and build competitive depth across international markets.

The International Cricket Council will evaluate alternative venues and announce the replacement host nation in coming weeks to ensure the tournament proceeds on schedule. Sri Lanka Cricket now faces potential administrative restructuring to resolve internal governance issues and comply with international regulations.