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Mid East Info
4 days ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
BC Place announced as official venue for the inaugural Canada Super 60 - Middle East Business News and Information
In a landmark development for cricket in North America, the newly launched Canada Super 60 has announced Vancouver's BC Place as the official venue for its inaugural men's and women's tournaments. The move marks a historic moment for the sport in Canada, with the iconic stadium set to become the first indoor venue globally to host a 10-over-a-side cricket league. BC Place, a Canadian sporting landmark located in downtown Vancouver, has long been a stage for world-class events — from the 2010 Winter Olympics to the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2015, and most recently, one of the host venues for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in 2026. With its state-of-the-art infrastructure, retractable roof, and seating capacity of over 50,000, the stadium is now preparing to add cricket to its multi-sport repertoire. 'BC Place is not just a stadium; it's a theatre of dreams,' said former India international and Canada Super 60's strategic partner Yuvraj Singh. 'The grandeur of this venue will inspire players and fans alike. Vancouver's spirit of diversity, nature, and culture makes it the perfect backdrop for cricket's next big chapter on the West Coast.' Set to launch in 2025, the Canada Super 60 is a pioneering cricket league featuring both men's and women's teams in a 10-over format — a first-of-its-kind initiative aiming to elevate the profile of Canadian cricket on the world stage. The league is being organized with the backing of Cricket Canada. Amjad Bajwa, President of Cricket Canada, called the partnership with BC Place a 'bold and proud step' in the growth of the sport. 'This is a significant milestone not just for the Canada Super 60, but for cricket in the country. We're committed to creating world-class opportunities for Canadian talent as we gear up for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in 2026.' Chris May, General Manager of BC Place, echoed the sentiment. 'Hosting Canada Super 60 allows us to bring the world's second most-watched sport into our venue and celebrate the diversity of British Columbia in a powerful new way. It's a unique opportunity to build a more inclusive sporting culture.' The official match dates and ticketing details are expected to be announced in the coming weeks. Organizers promise an electrifying blend of cricketing action and cultural celebration — with Vancouver's passionate sports community playing a central role in the spectacle.
News18
5 days ago
- Sport
- News18
'Would've Crushed Pakistan But...': Suresh Raina's Huge Claim After India Champions Forfeit WCL Semifinal
Last Updated: India Champions, led by Yuvraj Singh, refused to play Pakistan Champions at the recent World Championship of Legends tournament in England. India Champions boycotting Pakistan Champions during a recent T20 competition that saw participations from several former international cricketers created a storm. The Indian team, captain by Yuvraj Singh, was the defending champions but refused to play Pakistan in a league match followed by the semifinal clash which resulted in them exiting the competition. Pakistan advanced to the title clash where they suffered a crushing defeat to South Africa Champions. Ex-India cricketer Suresh Raina, who was part of the Yuvraj-led side, praised South Africa for their performance while singling out the blistering match-winning century from the legendary AB de Villiers. 'What a knock by @ABdeVilliers17 in the final, absolutely smashed it," Rain posted on X. Raina added that Indian team would've also delivered a similar performance, but the players chose country ahead of the match. 'Had we played, we would've crushed them (Pakistan) too, but we chose our nation above everything else," he added. view comments First Published: August 04, 2025, 11:36 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Business Standard
6 days ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
PCB bans Pak's future participation in WCL after boycott saga with India
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a sweeping ban on all future participation in the World Championship of Legends (WCL), a prominent T20 league featuring retired and non-contracted cricket greats from major nations. This decisive move came in response to what PCB described as 'blatant bias' and unsporting conduct by WCL organisers during the recent edition of the tournament. The controversy ignited after the India Champions twice refused to face Pakistan, first in the group stage, then in the semi-final, over heightened political tensions following the Pahalgam terror incident earlier this year, forcing the organisers to cancel those fixtures and award shared points, a decision that has drawn sharp criticism from the Pakistani board. What sparked the furore at the WCL? The 2025 WCL, held in England and co-owned by figures from both cricket and Bollywood, found itself at the centre of a diplomatic and sporting storm. Indian players, including famous names like Shikhar Dhawan, Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh, declined to play Pakistan, citing national sentiment in the aftermath of a terror attack. This stance resulted in the group stage clash being called off, with both sides being given equal points—a decision organisers justified in light of India's unwillingness to play. The same scenario unfolded during the semi-final, where the India Champions again refused to play, resulting in Pakistan advancing straight to the final against South Africa. PCB lambasted these actions as undermining both 'the spirit of the game' and the reputation of the championship itself, accusing the WCL of 'hypocrisy and bias' in their handling of the withdrawals. According to officials, the core disappointment stemmed from the tournament's 'selective' approach—upholding the ideal of 'peace through sport' only when convenient, while allowing politics and commercial motives to dictate the outcome at other times. The board said that such decisions send a deeply regrettable message to the sporting world about the intrusion of narrow nationalistic narratives into cricket. Blanket Ban and its implications A 'blanket ban' refers to a complete and all-encompassing prohibition, leaving no room for exceptions. In this case, the PCB's action forbids any future PCB-sanctioned teams or players from being involved with the WCL under any circumstances, as the board can no longer condone events 'where fundamental principles of fair play and unbiased administration are compromised by external pressures.' It's not just a ban targeting a specific season or team; it covers all future editions and iterations of the event, regardless of changes to format or personnel. Additionally, PCB has extended restrictions on the use of Pakistan's name in any private cricket league without explicit official clearance, vowing legal action against organisers who do so without sanction. This clampdown aims to maintain the nation's dignity in the wake of what board directors called 'hurtful' conduct and to ensure that only reputable, approved tournaments may use the country as a representative banner going forward. PCB's stand on politics in sport In statements that echo the board's broader philosophy, PCB stressed that it 'has always advocated the separation of sports and politics' and cannot countenance events where 'the spirit of the game is overshadowed by skewed politics.' The PCB judged the WCL apology as further evidence that sporting merit was forgotten in favour of appeasing a nationalist agenda, making continued participation 'unacceptable' for Pakistan's players and officials. The controversy has reignited debate across the subcontinent about the fraught intersection of sport and diplomacy, as PCB reaffirms its commitment to healthy rivalries—so long as they remain on the field and are rooted in genuine fair play.
Arab News
6 days ago
- Sport
- Arab News
Pakistan to face South Africa in World Championship of Legends final today
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will face off South Africa in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) final in Birmingham today. Unbeaten Pakistan Champions arrive at the final after India withdrew from the semifinal amid political tensions between the neighbors. The final match will start at 8:30pm Pakistan time. 'Final stop: The Final,' read a post on the Pakistan Champions Instagram handle, ahead of the match against South Africa. South Africa reached the final after defeating Australia in a nail-biting thriller. The WCL is a T20 tournament approved by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) held in England every year. The tournament features retired and non-contracted players from cricketing giants, including England, India, Pakistan, Australia, West Indies and South Africa. Launched in 2024, the tournament returned this year with high-profile former international stars like Shahid Afridi, Yuvraj Singh, Kevin Pietersen, Brett Lee, Eoin Morgan and Chris Gayle drawing crowds.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Sport
- Indian Express
After India snub in World Championship of Legends, Pakistan cricket board bars teams from using country's name in private leagues
After being snubbed twice by India's former cricketers in the World Championship of Legends (WCL), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has banned the use of the country's name in all privately-run cricket leagues, according to a Telecom Asia Sport report. The website, quoting sources, said the PCB took the decision during its Board of Directors meeting on Thursday in which senior officials 'expressed frustration after Indian players twice refused to take the field against Pakistan during the WCL's second edition.' Yuvraj Singh and Co. first pulled out of a league stage match against Pakistan Champions in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 25 Indian and one Nepali citizen. Both teams were awarded one point each and it was that point that helped India make the semi-finals of the six-team tournament after languishing at the bottom of the table for the whole tournament since they were winless until a victory over West Indies in the final league stage match. India Champions were once again pitted against Pakistan Champions — comprising Shahid Afridi, Shoaib Malik and Misbah ul-Haq, among others — in the semifinals. However, after their withdrawal from the semifinals, Pakistan Champions made it to the title match. The report added that the team will be allowed to play the final against South Africa on Saturday but in the future, they will be barred from using the name 'Pakistan' without 'formal clearance. The report added that the Pakistan government and the Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) Ministry, which oversees sports in the country, 'have advised the PCB to take stringent action to prevent such occurrences in the future.' 'The IPC is understood to have formally communicated its concerns to the cricket board, stressing the need to protect national dignity in international sporting events, especially those involving private or unsanctioned entities,' Telecom Asia Sport reported.
