Zimbabwe Recommended for Commonwealth Readmission

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the women's Future Tours Programme (FTP) for 2025-2029, featuring over 400 matches and marking Zimbabwe's debut in the ICC Women's Championship, which expands to 11 teams. The FTP cycle aims to ensure transparency and increased international play, with significant events like the Women’s Cricket World Cup in 2025 hosted by India and a new T20 Champions Trophy in 2027. Additionally, tri-series tournaments and multi-format series are scheduled to build momentum, with Australia leading in multi-format series commitments. Separately, Zimbabwe has been recommended for readmission to the Commonwealth by Secretary-General Baroness Scotland, despite lingering concerns over its human rights record and recent election credibility issues.