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ICC Removes Sri Lanka as Host of Inaugural Women’s Champions Trophy
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# ICC Removes Sri Lanka as Host of Inaugural Women’s Champions Trophy
### Why in News?
The **ICC** removed Sri Lanka’s hosting rights for the **inaugural 2027 Women’s Champions Trophy** over concerns about political interference in cricket administration.
### Key Details
- The tournament is scheduled for **14–28 February 2027** and will be the **first edition** of the ICC Women’s Champions Trophy.
- The decision followed alleged violations of ICC rules requiring national cricket boards to remain sufficiently independent from government interference.
- The loss of host status also affects Sri Lanka’s tournament planning and its route to automatic qualification.
- The **ICC** is the global governing body for international cricket.
### Exam Connect
- **ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027** → inaugural edition
- **ICC** → headquarters in **Dubai, UAE**