The International Cricket Council made an unexpected call to withhold approval for future editions of the National Cricket League (NCL). The decision came as a result of the league failing to comply with the ICC's playing XI regulations for T20 and T10 formats. Last year, the ICC imposed stricter rules for granting approval to emerging T20 and T10 leagues. Among these rules is the mandate to include at least seven local players in the playing XI. Read also: Jonathan Trott's Tenure as Afghanistan Coach Extended by ACB NCL breached rules on multiple occasions According to a report by Cricbuzz, NCL was found breaching the regulations on a number of occasions. A number of times, they played six to seven foreign players in the first XI, which directly counters ICC regulations. Not only that, NCL was alleged to provide deadly pitches that fast bowlers like Wahb Riaz and Tymal Mills were asked to bowl spin and not pace. The league even faced concerns over violating U.S. immigration laws, as some players participated without proper sports visas, likely to reduce costs. This has raised doubts about the league’s management practices. The United States of America has seen many emerging leagues here and there. However, lack of management has been a major concern for the global governing board. With other newbies seeking sanctions, the ICC was forced to imply stricter rules on them.