World Test Championship to remain 9-team contest till 2031: Report

The World Test Championship is set to remain a nine-team competition for the 2027-29 and 2029-31 cycles, Cricinfo reported. Zimbabwe, Ireland and Afghanistan are likely to remain excluded despite calls to expand the tournament to all 12 Full Members. The issue is expected to be debated at the ICC board's meeting on Sunday, where a final decision will be made.