Cricket is a bat-and-ball team sport that originated in England and is played by two teams, typically consisting of eleven players each. The game is played on a circular or oval-shaped field, with a 22-yard long rectangular pitch at the center. Each team takes turns batting and fielding, aiming to score runs by hitting a ball with a bat and running between wickets, which are sets of three wooden stumps with bails on top. The fielding team tries to dismiss the batters through various methods, including catching the ball after it is hit or hitting the wickets with the ball. Matches can vary in format, including Test matches lasting up to five days, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 (T20) matches, which are shorter and have a more fast-paced nature. Cricket is governed by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and has a rich history, with significant cultural importance in countries like India, Australia, England, and South Africa. The sport is known for its strategic complexity, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
In a significant shift within cricket’s governing body, Geoff Allardice has announced his resignation from the role of chief executive of the International Cricket Council (ICC). His decision marks the…