IV.

International Organization

World cricket is governed by the International Cricket Council (ICC), which represents the national cricket bodies of more than 70 countries. The ICC coordinates tours between member countries, qualifies umpires, maintains a code of conduct, and promotes the game on a worldwide basis. The ICC is also responsible for organizing the World Cricket Cup, cricket’s world championship, held every four years since 1975. In 2002 the organization launched the ICC Test Championship (ICCTC), awarded annually to the country that has the best record in test matches (two-innings matches played between national teams).

Women’s cricket is governed by the International Women’s Cricket Council (IWCC). Since 1973 the women’s world cricket championship has also been held every four years.