England all-rounder Moeen Ali has openly criticized the International Cricket Council (ICC), accusing the governing body of bias and failing to act as a neutral regulator of the sport. Speaking in Bangladesh, Moeen claimed that the ICC prioritizes the interests of a single cricketing nation over the fairness and growth of global cricket.
Moeen expressed concern that cricket is increasingly following a football-style model dominated by franchise leagues. According to him, the ICC has not adequately protected smaller cricket boards or players affected by these structural changes, leaving them at a disadvantage.
“Something is seriously wrong with how decisions are being made,” Moeen said, highlighting that countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh are aware of multiple ongoing issues but see little corrective action. His remarks reflect growing frustration among players and fans regarding governance, fairness, and the equitable development of the game.
The England cricketer’s comments add to ongoing debates about the ICC’s role in balancing international cricket with the booming franchise league ecosystem, and the need for reforms to ensure smaller boards are not marginalized.
