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France Cricket Loses Official Status Amid Controversial ICC Participation

4/9/2026

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France Cricket lost its official status on January 1, 2026, per the French sports ministry.
Ministry says France Cricket is not authorized to organize national competitions or designate national teams.
Despite this, France Cricket competed in an International Cricket Council (ICC) tournament in Portugal, risking insolvency and criminal liability.
France Cricket awaits ministerial agrément to regain status and is using the name "France XI," potentially violating the French Sports Code.

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France Cricket lost its official status on January 1, 2026, per the French sports ministry.
Ministry says France Cricket is not authorized to organize national competitions or designate national teams.
Despite this, France Cricket competed in an International Cricket Council (ICC) tournament in Portugal, risking insolvency and criminal liability.
France Cricket awaits ministerial agrément to regain status and is using the name "France XI," potentially violating the French Sports Code.