ICC Annual Conference 2025

Current Context: The ICC Annual Conference 2025 was held in Singapore from July 17–20, organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC).

• It was chaired by Jay Shah (ICC Chairman) and attended by top global cricket administrators.
• The theme was “Inclusive Growth, Global Governance, and Competitive Reform”, aiming to expand cricket’s global footprint and promote equitable development.
• England was awarded hosting rights for the 2027, 2029, and 2031 WTC Finals.
• ICC also launched a support initiative for displaced Afghan women cricketers and inducted Timor-Leste and Zambia as new Associate Members.

Question:

Q.1 Which country was awarded hosting rights for the 2027, 2029, and 2031 WTC Finals?
a) England
b) Australia
c) India
d) South Africa

Answer: a) England was selected to host the World Test Championship (WTC) Finals in 2027, 2029, and 2031, highlighting its continued prominence in Test cricket.