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What are associate nations in cricket?
Associate Members are countries where cricket is firmly established and organised but do not qualify for Full Membership. There are 94 Associate Members. All Associates were eligible to play in the ICC World Cricket League, a series of international one-day cricket administered by the ICC until 2019.
Which country is most play cricket?
Popularity of Cricket Around the World
| ranking | Country | Regional Popularity * |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 100 |
| 2 | Pakistan | 70 |
| 3 | Sri Lanka | 68 |
| 4 | Bangladesh | 42 |
Is cricket a global sport?
For most of its 144-year history, international cricket has been an exclusive sport. Today only 12 teams may contest Test matches and 20 compete in ODIs. But in 2018 the ICC awarded T20 international status to all 92 of its non-Test playing members.
How many countries are there in ICC?
There are 104 Member countries of the International Cricket Council (ICC). This includes 12 Full Members and 92 Associate Members.
How do you become an ICC member?
Joining ICC as a Direct Member In countries where an ICC national committee has yet to be formed, companies, banks, law firms, chambers of commerce, individuals, associations, and other organizations can join ICC by becoming a direct member.
Is Cricket famous in Pakistan?
Cricket is the most popular sport in Pakistan, while field hockey, polo, and squash are also popular. Traditional sports like kabaddi and other well-known games are also played.
How popular is cricket worldwide?
Top 10 List of the World’s Most Popular Sports
| rank | Sport | Estimated Fans |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Soccer / Association Football | 3.5 Billion |
| 2. | Cricket | 2.5 Billion |
| 3. | Field Hockey | 2 Billion |
| 4. | Tennis | 1 Billion |