Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI): News

22 Mar 2025

Harbhajan Singh

IPL 2025: Harbhajan Singh urges spinners to bowl aggressively 

Former Indian cricketer, Harbhajan Singh, has voiced his concerns over the current state of spin bowling in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

IPL: Captains won't face match bans for slow over-rates

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced significant changes to the playing conditions for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

20 Mar 2025

COVID-19

IPL 2025: BCCI lifts saliva ban, introduces two-ball rule

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has lifted the ban on saliva us and introduced a new rule for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

20 Mar 2025

Indian Cricket Team

Champions Trophy: Victorious Team India to receive ₹58 crore reward  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a staggering cash reward of ₹58 crore for the Indian cricket team.

19 Mar 2025

COVID-19

BCCI considers lifting saliva ban in IPL 2025: Here's why

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering lifting the saliva ban in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season.

19 Mar 2025

Indian Cricket Team

BCCI reaffirms policy limiting family presence on India's overseas tours

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that the newly-introduced Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Indian cricket team will remain unchanged.

18 Mar 2025

Kapil Dev

Veteran cricketer Kapil Dev advocates balanced family time on tours

Former Indian cricket captain, Kapil Dev, has thrown his weight behind the idea of players taking their families along on tours.

IPL 2025: Decoding the player replacement rules 

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has broadened its player replacement policy for the 2025 season.

14 Mar 2025

Harry Brook

Harry Brook gets 2-year IPL ban following withdrawal: Report 

England cricketer Harry Brook has been reportedly slapped with a two-year ban from the Indian Premier League (IPL) after he withdrew from the 2025 season.

12 Mar 2025

Gautam Gambhir

Gautam Gambhir's England tour plans for India A team commended

Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu has lauded head coach Gautam Gambhir for his forward-thinking approach.

'ICC stands for the Indian Cricket Board': Andy Roberts 

Andy Roberts, the legendary former West Indies cricketer, has taken a dig at the International Cricket Council (ICC) for allegedly giving preferential treatment to India in marquee tournaments.

09 Mar 2025

Indian Cricket Team

Rohit Sharma to evaluate ODI career post Champions Trophy: Report

India captain Rohit Sharma will reportedly discuss his ODI future with chief selector Ajit Agarkar after the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, PTI reports.

07 Mar 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur

WPL 2025: Harmanpreet Kaur fined for altercation with Sophie Ecclestone

Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur has been fined 10% of her match fee for breaching the Women's Premier League (WPL) Code of Conduct.

05 Mar 2025

ICC Champions Trophy

Virat Kohli shares his approach to batting post Australia heroics

India's cricketing stalwart Virat Kohli recently led his team to a stunning victory against Australia in the ongoing Champions Trophy semi-final.

04 Mar 2025

ICC Champions Trophy

Why Team India donned black armbands in Champions Trophy semi-final

Team India donned black armbands during the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia in Dubai.

03 Mar 2025

Pawan Khera

Who's Shama Mohamed, Congress spokesperson who called Rohit Sharma 'fat?'

Dr. Shama Mohamed, a national spokesperson for the Indian National Congress (INC), has been at the receiving end of a massive backlash after her controversial comments on India's ODI and Test captain Rohit Sharma.

02 Mar 2025

Ranji Trophy

Ranji Trophy: This is how much Vidarbha earn as champions

Vidarbha have clinched the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy with a win over Kerala.

Inzamam-ul-Haq calls for IPL boycott amid Champions Trophy row

Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has called for a global Indian Premier League (IPL) boycott after India refused to play in Pakistan due to security concerns.

Champions Trophy: Saqlain Mushtaq launches scathing attack at BCCI

Pakistani spin legend Saqlain Mushtaq took a swipe at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) live on air.

Former Mumbai captain Milind Rege passes away at 76

Milind Rege, a veteran of Indian cricket, passed away aged 76 on February 19, 2025.

PCB reveals why Indian flag is missing from Pakistan stadiums

Ahead of the 2025 Champions Trophy, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has explained why Indian flags are missing in Pakistani stadiums.

17 Feb 2025

ICC Champions Trophy

CT: Absence of Indian flag at Karachi stadium sparks controversy

The absence of the Indian flag at Karachi's National Bank Stadium, a venue for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, has triggered a controversy.

14 Feb 2025

Indian Cricket Team

Champions Trophy: BCCI introduces non-negotiable SOPs ahead of tournament

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially introduced a set of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the Indian cricket team.

India-England ODIs: OCA issued notice over Barabati Stadium's floodlight failure

The state government has issued a show-cause notice to the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA), after a major floodlight failure at the Barabati Stadium, Cuttack.

07 Feb 2025

Dinesh Karthik

IPL is leader of franchise cricket: Graeme Smith

South Africa's T20 league (SA20) commissioner Graeme Smith has hailed the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the undisputed king of franchise cricket.

03 Feb 2025

Indian Cricket Team

BCCI rewards India's Under-19 women's cricket team with ₹5 crore

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash prize of ₹5 crore for the Indian Under-19 women's cricket team.

02 Feb 2025

BCCI

BCCI announces massive reward for victorious U19 women's cricket team

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of ₹5 crore for the Indian Under-19 women's cricket team.

02 Feb 2025

Karun Nair

Ranji Trophy: Mohammed Siraj criticizes poor umpiring in tournament

Star Indian cricketer Mohammed Siraj expressed dissatisfaction with the umpiring decisions during Hyderabad's recent 58-run defeat to Vidarbha in the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy.

02 Feb 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin

Ashwin's humorous take on retirement at BCCI Naman Awards 2025

Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin recently shared his hilarious retirement experiences at the BCCI Naman Awards 2025.

02 Feb 2025

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar reveals emotional story behind his century celebrations

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has revealed the emotional story behind his unique century celebrations, a ritual he followed throughout his illustrious career.

31 Jan 2025

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar to receive BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will honor cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar with the C K Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award.

31 Jan 2025

Ranji Trophy

BCCI planning measures to stop players from skipping international matches

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly working on introducing a new clause in players' central contracts.

30 Jan 2025

Aakash Chopra

Aakash Chopra criticizes Indian cricketers for skipping Ranji Trophy round

Former Indian cricketer and current commentator, Aakash Chopra, has expressed his disappointment over senior players' participation in the ongoing Ranji Trophy.

30 Jan 2025

ICC Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy 2025: Lahore to host grand opening ceremony

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), along with the International Cricket Council (ICC), will host the opening ceremony of the 2025 Champions Trophy on February 16.

26 Jan 2025

Ranji Trophy

Ranji Trophy: JKCA files complaint with BCCI over umpiring standards 

The Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) has filed a formal complaint with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

23 Jan 2025

ICC Champions Trophy

KL Rahul to return to Karnataka squad for Ranji Trophy

KL Rahul, an integral part of the Indian cricket team, will be returning to the Karnataka side for their next Ranji Trophy match against Haryana.

23 Jan 2025

Ranji Trophy

Rishabh Pant makes disappointing return to Ranji Trophy 

Rishabh Pant's much-anticipated return to the Ranji Trophy turned out to be a damp squib on Thursday.

Champions Trophy, India to sport ICC logo: Why it's controversial

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that the Indian team's jersey for the upcoming Champions Trophy will sport the official International Cricket Council (ICC) logo.

22 Jan 2025

Ajinkya Rahane

Ranji Trophy: Rohit, Jaiswal to open for Mumbai, confirms Rahane

The Mumbai cricket team will replicate the Melbourne Test opening pair from the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series.

BCCI's new policy: No personal vehicles for Indian cricketers

In a first, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has banned personal vehicles for the national cricket team.

18 Jan 2025

Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah to assess fitness in 3rd ODI against England

India's premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will test his match fitness in the third One Day International (ODI) against England on February 12.

17 Jan 2025

Ranji Trophy

Ranji Trophy: Key Team India regulars to watch out for

In light of India's recent Test debacles, the BCCI has now made it compulsory for centrally contracted players to play in domestic tournaments.

17 Jan 2025

Cricket News

BCCI introduces new guidelines for Indian cricketers

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has issued a new set of guidelines, governing travel, spouses, luggage, and personal staff for Indian cricketers.

16 Jan 2025

Gautam Gambhir

Kevin Pietersen as India's batting coach? England star expresses interest  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering increasing the coaching staff of the Indian cricket team, especially appointing a new batting coach.

16 Jan 2025

Gautam Gambhir

Is BCCI mulling over new batting coach for Team India?

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has been mulling over a new batting coach for the Indian men's international team, Cricbuzz reported on January 15.

16 Jan 2025

Gautam Gambhir

Harsha Bhogle urges BCCI to ban PR agencies: Here's why

The narrative regarding the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s stricter regulations during overseas tours has been doing the rounds of late.

BCCI to enforce stricter touring rules for Indian team: Report

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is gearing up to introduce stricter touring regulations for the national men's team.

14 Jan 2025

ICC Champions Trophy

Kapil Dev weighs in on Kohli, Rohit's retirement speculations

Cricket legend Kapil Dev has joined the debate over the performances of Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

13 Jan 2025

Gautam Gambhir

BCCI secretary acknowledges Team India's struggles in Test cricket

The newly elected Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary, Devajit Saikia, has admitted the Indian cricket team's struggles in Test matches.

12 Jan 2025

Rohit Sharma

BCCI ends picking of bilateral series by Indian cricketers

In a major development, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced a new policy, banning players from picking and choosing bilateral series.

08 Jan 2025

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma's Test future to be discussed soon: Details here 

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to review the Indian cricket team's performance in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Cricket boards mull over two-tier Test system: Details here

The International Cricket Council (ICC), along with the cricket boards of India (BCCI), Australia (CA), and England (ECB) is considering a two-tier Test system.

06 Jan 2025

Hardik Pandya

BCCI to soon announce India's squad for 2025 Champions Trophy

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will soon announce the Indian squad for the upcoming 2025 International Cricket Council (ICC)Champions Trophy.

24 Dec 2024

ICC Champions Trophy

Champions Trophy, Dubai to host India-Pakistan match: Complete schedule 

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finally released the schedule and groups for the much-awaited 2025 Champions Trophy.

21 Dec 2024

Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya to join Baroda for Vijay Hazare Trophy knockouts

Hardik Pandya, the star all-rounder, won't be playing the first phase of the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) with his team Baroda.

20 Dec 2024

Jay Shah

BCCI set to elect Jay Shah's replacement on January 12

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to convene a Special General Meeting (SGM) on January 12. The meeting will take place at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai.

20 Dec 2024

Kapil Dev

'Ashwin could have retired on Indian soil': Kapil Dev

Indian legend Kapil Dev has said that he was surprised and disappointed by off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement from international cricket.