The International Cricket Council (ICC) has decided to abandon its plans for a two-tier World Test Championship (WTC) following a lack of consensus among member nations. The decision was made during recent quarterly meetings in Dubai, where directors of the ICC convened to address the future of cricket’s three formats. A working group led by former New Zealand cricketer Roger Twose presented recommendations to the ICC board and Chief Executives’ Committee (CEC), ultimately leading to the rejection of the two-tier proposal. The idea, which had been periodically discussed for over a decade, faced significant opposition from nations likely to be placed in Division Two, such as West Indies, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. Concerns over reduced playing opportunities against top-tier teams and the absence of a viable funding model contributed to the proposal’s downfall. Instead, the ICC has proposed a 12-team WTC for the next cycle, beginning in July 2027, potentially including Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, and Ireland. Teams will be required to play a minimum number of Tests, though the exact figure remains undetermined. Additionally, the ODI Super League, scrapped after the 2023 World Cup, is set to be revived to provide more context for the 50-over format, which has seen declining interest.