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Wisden Laments India's 'Orwellian' Control Of World Cricket

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Wisden Laments India's 'Orwellian' Control Of World Cricket

By AFP News April 15, 2026 • 07:44 AM View: 85

Wisden has criticised Indian political interference in global cricket administration, labelling the current situation "increasingly Orwellian".

The UK-based Wisden Cricketers' Almanack, which dates back to 1864, is an annual record of all major cricket worldwide and is regarded as the sport's "Bible".

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