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ICC Imposes Sanctions on India and West Indies After New Chandigarh ODI
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🗓 06 Oct 2026, 03:48 AM
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The International Cricket Council has sanctioned both the Indian and West Indies cricket boards following the recent ODI played in New Chandigarh.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced sanctions against the Indian and West Indies cricket boards after the One-Day International (ODI) held in New Chandigarh. The measures include a temporary suspension of both boards from participating in ICC events and a review of their compliance with governance standards.
The decision follows concerns raised by the ICC regarding the conduct of the match, including alleged breaches of the playing conditions and administrative irregularities. Both boards have been given a deadline to submit a detailed compliance plan.
The ODI, which saw India defeat the West Indies by a narrow margin, was the first international fixture hosted at the newly inaugurated New Chandigarh cricket stadium. The venue was expected to showcase India's growing infrastructure for cricket.
Both cricket boards have expressed intent to cooperate with the ICC and address the issues highlighted. No immediate impact on upcoming fixtures has been announced, but the sanctions could affect future participation in ICC tournaments.
The decision follows concerns raised by the ICC regarding the conduct of the match, including alleged breaches of the playing conditions and administrative irregularities. Both boards have been given a deadline to submit a detailed compliance plan.
The ODI, which saw India defeat the West Indies by a narrow margin, was the first international fixture hosted at the newly inaugurated New Chandigarh cricket stadium. The venue was expected to showcase India's growing infrastructure for cricket.
Both cricket boards have expressed intent to cooperate with the ICC and address the issues highlighted. No immediate impact on upcoming fixtures has been announced, but the sanctions could affect future participation in ICC tournaments.