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Afghan women set for ICC funding extension

England's World Cup Push and Cricket Updates England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway is set to see extended licensing hours for pubs, while the country's women's cricket team faces a tough start to their

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England's World Cup Push and Cricket Updates England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway is set to see extended licensing hours for pubs, while the country's women's cricket team faces a tough start to their Test...

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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Cricket Australia (CA), and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have backed a proposal to...

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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Cricket Australia (CA), and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have backed a proposal to extend funding for Afghanistan's women's cricket team. The International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to sign off on the proposal.

  • Afghan women's cricket team to receive extended funding
  • England's women's cricket team struggles in Test match against India
  • England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway to see extended licensing hours

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The extension of funding for Afghan women's cricket is a significant development for the sport, which has faced challenges in the country. Meanwhile, England's World Cup push is gaining momentum, and the extended licensing hours will allow fans to watch the match without worrying about the time.

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England fans deserve the chance to watch every minute of the quarter-final together, and that is exactly what our extension guarantees." — Policing...

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"England fans deserve the chance to watch every minute of the quarter-final together, and that is exactly what our extension guarantees." — Policing Minister Sarah Jones

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  • 30 minutes: Extended licensing hours for pubs in England and Wales
  • 22:00 BST: Kick-off time for England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway
  • 2026: Year of the World Cup

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Afghanistan's women's cricket team has been facing challenges since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. The ICC, ECB, CA, and BCCI have been...

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Afghanistan's women's cricket team has been facing challenges since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. The ICC, ECB, CA, and BCCI have been working together to support the team.

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The ICC is expected to sign off on the proposal to extend funding for Afghan women's cricket. England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway is set to be a thrilling match, and fans will be able to watch it in pubs until 30 minutes after the final whistle.

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Who: Afghan women's cricket team What: Extension of funding Where: Afghanistan Impact: Significant development for women's cricket in Afghanistan "I...

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  • Who: Afghan women's cricket team
  • What: Extension of funding
  • Where: Afghanistan
  • Impact: Significant development for women's cricket in Afghanistan
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Afghan women set for ICC funding extension

**England's World Cup Push and Cricket Updates** England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway is set to see extended licensing hours for pubs, while the country's women's cricket team faces a tough start to their

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Saturday, July 11, 2026 • 3 min read • 5 source references

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England's World Cup Push and Cricket Updates

England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway is set to see extended licensing hours for pubs, while the country's women's cricket team faces a tough start to their Test match against India. Meanwhile, Afghan women's cricket is likely to receive extended funding from the ICC.

England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway is just around the corner, and fans in England and Wales can stay in the pub to watch the entire game, even if the start is delayed due to extreme heat. The government has announced extended licensing hours, allowing supporters to watch the match until 30 minutes after the final whistle.

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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Cricket Australia (CA), and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have backed a proposal to extend funding for Afghanistan's women's cricket team. The International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to sign off on the proposal.

  • Afghan women's cricket team to receive extended funding
  • England's women's cricket team struggles in Test match against India
  • England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway to see extended licensing hours

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Why It Matters

The extension of funding for Afghan women's cricket is a significant development for the sport, which has faced challenges in the country. Meanwhile, England's World Cup push is gaining momentum, and the extended licensing hours will allow fans to watch the match without worrying about the time.

What Experts Say

"England fans deserve the chance to watch every minute of the quarter-final together, and that is exactly what our extension guarantees." — Policing Minister Sarah Jones

Key Numbers

  • 30 minutes: Extended licensing hours for pubs in England and Wales
  • 22:00 BST: Kick-off time for England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway
  • 2026: Year of the World Cup

Background

Afghanistan's women's cricket team has been facing challenges since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. The ICC, ECB, CA, and BCCI have been working together to support the team.

What Comes Next

The ICC is expected to sign off on the proposal to extend funding for Afghan women's cricket. England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway is set to be a thrilling match, and fans will be able to watch it in pubs until 30 minutes after the final whistle.

Key Facts

  • Who: Afghan women's cricket team
  • What: Extension of funding
  • Where: Afghanistan
  • Impact: Significant development for women's cricket in Afghanistan
"I played alright to be honest." — Harry Kane, England captain, on playing golf with Donald Trump

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