The International Cricket Council (ICC) kicked off its annual Board and Committee meetings in Bali, Indonesia on 11 November 2026, with sessions running through 15 November. Eight ICC Committees will convene across the four-day programme, with the ICC and IBC Board meetings concluding proceedings on the final day.

Key Agenda Items

Among the most consequential items on the table, the ICC will table proposed matchups for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) for the 2027-29 and 2029-31 cycles. Additionally, event windows for all established ICC major men's tournaments spanning 2028 to 2035 will be submitted for approval — a sweeping scheduling exercise that will shape global cricket's calendar for nearly a decade.

The ICC Development Committee has also played a central role ahead of these meetings, designing qualification frameworks intended to bring greater context and competitiveness to the qualification journey, particularly for emerging cricket nations.

Governance and Franchise League Reviews

The meetings will receive initial feedback from two groups established at the ICC Annual Conference in July 2026: the Franchise League Review Group and the Governance Review Committee.

The Franchise League Review Group is examining ways to strengthen the ICC's sanctioning framework for franchise leagues, addressing new challenges arising from the rapid proliferation of such competitions worldwide. Meanwhile, the Governance Review Committee will present its first formal recommendations following a thorough review of the ICC's internal governance structures.

Afghan Women Cricketers and DRS Accreditation

In a significant humanitarian and developmental dimension, the Task Force for Afghan refugee women cricketers will present proposed next steps for its Development Pathway Programme to the ICC Board. The DRS Accreditation Programme will also be reviewed by the Cricket Equipment Committee (CEC) and the ICC Board.

ICC Chair Jay Shah underlined the meeting's broader significance, stating: '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.'

Indonesia's Cricket Rise

Indonesia hosts the meetings at a moment of notable cricketing momentum for the country. Persatuan Cricket Indonesia has made considerable strides in participation, international competition, and infrastructure. Indonesia's men's team reportedly played more T20 Internationals than any other country in 2025, while their senior women's team made its Women's Asia Cup debut in 2026 and their Under-19 women's side qualified for the Under-19 Asia Cup for the first time.

The country is also investing in new facilities, including the development of the Bali International Oval, which is set to host the ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific Qualifier in 2027.

Persatuan Cricket Indonesia Chairman Abhiram Singh Yadav said: 'On behalf of Persatuan Cricket Indonesia, I thank Jay Shah for trusting Indonesia to host the ICC Board and Committee meetings in Bali. We take great pride in welcoming the global cricket community to Indonesia, and believe this occasion will inspire our players, supporters and aspiring cricketers while providing further momentum to our ambition of growing the game across the country.'

The outcomes of this week's meetings are expected to define cricket's global competitive structure well into the next decade.