COLOMBO: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) will host the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Annual Conference for the first time in the Asian region, scheduled from July 19th to 22nd, 2024.
The prestigious cricket event will convene over 220 delegates representing 108 ICC member countries worldwide, spanning regions including Africa, the Americas, Asia, East Asia Pacific, and Europe.
As the premier gathering of cricket administrators and stakeholders globally, the ICC Annual Conference serves as a platform for deliberations on the sport’s strategic direction, governance, and global development.
Themed “Capitalizing on the Olympic Opportunity,” this year’s conference will feature discussions on crucial topics such as ‘Diversity and Inclusion,’ ‘Environmental Sustainability and the Sport,’ and ‘Cricket’s anticipated return at LA28.’
“We are honoured to host this landmark event in Sri Lanka and extend a warm welcome to delegates from around the globe to our picturesque island. Our aim is to contribute meaningfully to cricket’s future and showcase our country’s beauty and heritage to the world,” remarked Shammi Silva, President of Sri Lanka Cricket.
The annual conference agenda includes pivotal meetings, workshops, and networking sessions where significant decisions will be made for the advancement of the sport.