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ICC Withdraws Sri Lanka’s Hosting Rights for Women’s Champions Trophy 2027

Published: 30 August 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

Sri Lanka has reportedly lost the right to host the inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy, scheduled for February 14-28, 2027. The ICC took the decision amid concerns over government involvement in Sri Lanka Cricket's administration through a state-appointed transition committee.

Key Takeaways

The six-team tournament will now be moved to a new venue, with the replacement host yet to be announced. The decision also raises questions over Sri Lanka's participation, as qualification is expected to depend on rankings and host status.

Sources

ESPN, NDTV