Cricket

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently held an informal meeting with representatives of all its affiliates at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai. The meeting was chaired by BCCI secretary Jay Shah and aimed to exchange views on Indian cricket and discuss key issues.Shah expressed his satisfaction with the meeting, stating that it was a constructive dialogue that allowed for valuable contributions from the state associations. The meeting covered a wide range of topics, including the success of the 2023 World Cup, the Women's Premier League, and the Indian Premier League.Shah also shared updates on the development of the National Cricket Academy project in Bengaluru and proposed changes to the domestic season. The state associations welcomed the opportunity to provide their feedback and suggestions on these matters.The meeting was held at the recently renovated BCCI office, which has been upgraded with state-of-the-art facilities. The BCCI is committed to providing a modern and efficient work environment for its staff and stakeholders.The BCCI's focus on transparency and collaboration was evident in the meeting. By engaging with its affiliates, the BCCI aims to ensure that the interests of all stakeholders are considered in its decision-making process.The meeting was a positive step towards strengthening the relationship between the BCCI and its affiliates. It provided a platform for open dialogue and allowed for a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Indian cricket.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is implementing a new policy that will require state cricket associations to route all proposals for training camps and competitions with foreign boards through the parent body. This decision will be finalized at the BCCI's Apex Council meeting on March 18.The move comes after several state units, including Delhi and Puducherry, held discussions with foreign boards, primarily associate nations, to host them on exposure trips. The Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) has reportedly received a proposal from the Nepal Cricket Association."State units can certainly partner with foreign boards for cricket-related activities, but those agreements must be facilitated by the BCCI as it is the parent body. All proposals must go through the BCCI," said a BCCI source.The upcoming Apex Council meeting will include a discussion on "state cricket associations collaborating with foreign boards for organizing cricket." The BCCI will then take matters into its own hands.Nepal is expected to visit India for an exposure trip ahead of the T20 World Cup in the USA and Caribbean in June. Officials from the Cricket Association of Nepal met with BCCI secretary Jay Shah last month.The BCCI has a history of assisting associate nations. Afghanistan used India as its home base for an extended period before the COVID-19 pandemic, utilizing facilities in Dehradun and Greater Noida for training and competition.The new policy aims to streamline the process of organizing international cricket events and ensure that all such activities are conducted in accordance with BCCI regulations. It will also provide the BCCI with greater oversight and control over the activities of state cricket associations.