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Pakistan batter Muneeba Ali was controversially run out against India in the Women's World Cup. Despite an LBW appeal, the ball remained live, and a throw to the stumps found her out of her crease with her bat airborne. The 'bouncing bat law' did not apply as she was stationary.

Pakistan batter Sidra Amin received an ICC reprimand and a demerit point for breaching the Code of Conduct during the Women's World Cup match against India. Amin, who scored 81, hit her bat on the pitch after dismissal, violating Article 2.2 concerning abuse of cricket equipment. She accepted the charges, avoiding a formal hearing.

Match referee Andy Pycroft, previously embroiled in an Asia Cup handshake controversy, received a warm welcome at the India vs West Indies 1st Test. Shubman Gill, making his home debut as India's Test captain, saw West Indies win the toss and bat first. The match began smoothly, free from any past drama.

BCCI strongly objected to ACC President Mohsin Naqvi taking the Asia Cup trophy and medals after India's win. At the ACC AGM, BCCI representatives cornered Naqvi, refusing his offer for Suryakumar Yadav to collect them due to Naqvi's anti-India posts. The issue is now deferred for mediation, with India threatening an ICC complaint.

USA Cricket's troubles escalated as six member leagues voted to remove League Director Anj Balusu, an ally of chairman Venu Pisike. This action has left the board deadlocked at 4-4, potentially stalling critical decisions, including a looming vote on Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The move underscores growing frustration and calls for the current board to step aside for urgent governance reforms.

Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan smashed a rapid 57 off 38 balls in the Asia Cup final against India, choosing a muted bat-raise over his controversial "AK-47" celebration. His aggressive knock, featuring five fours and three sixes, provided Pakistan a flying start with an 84-run opening stand before his dismissal, leaving them at 87/1.

The stage is set for a blockbuster Asia Cup 2025 final between unbeaten India and Pakistan in Dubai, on the very pitch where India decisively won their previous encounter. With India's top order in formidable form, the question looms whether history will repeat on the batting-friendly surface.

The Mumbai Cricket Association recently honoured ICC chairman Jay Shah for his extraordinary contributions to cricket. His decade-long leadership significantly strengthened domestic structures, enhanced the IPL, and notably reformed women's cricket. Shah's initiatives led to increased prize money and recognition, setting the stage for the record-breaking ICC Women's World Cup 2025.