Wisden condemns India over ‘Orwellian’ governance and politicisation of cricket

The 2026 Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack, being published on Thursday, says that the game’s previous USP as a “refuge from realpolitik” has been poisoned by the growing politicisation of the sport under India’s “Orwellian” influence.

Apr 15, 2026 - 10:30
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Wisden condemns India over ‘Orwellian’ governance and politicisation of cricket
The 2026 Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack, being published on Thursday, says that the game’s previous USP as a “refuge from realpolitik” has been poisoned by the growing politicisation of the sport under India’s “Orwellian” influence.

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