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Jun 26, 2009: International Cricket Council (ICC) Executive Committee on Friday in London has decided to take away from Pakistan its right to hold the 14 matches of the 2011 World Cup citing security reasons.

 It also ruled out the possibility of holding these matches in a fifth country, which was mooted by Pakistan as a neutral option.

These matches will now be held in the three co-host countries of India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh instead.

Background

Cricket World Cup is the game's most important tournament in ODIs.

Organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC), the contest is held every four years.

Maiden WC championship was organized in 1975 in England with Clive Lloyd-led West Indies being the first team to lift the prestigious cup.

Out of the nine WC tourneys played so far, Australia and West Indies have won four and two competitions respectively.

India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka clinched the trophy for one time. 

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