The BCCI plans to prevent State Associations from directly interacting with foreign boards to arrange training camps and competitions. They will mandate that all such proposals be channeled through the parent body. The decision is expected to be finalized at the board’s Apex Council meeting on March 18.
The BCCI has opted to take this measure following discussions held between various State units, such as those from Delhi and Puducherry, and foreign boards, particularly associate nations, regarding hosting them for exposure trips. It has been confirmed that the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association has received a proposal from the Nepal board.
According to a source within the BCCI, state units are allowed to collaborate with foreign boards for cricket-related activities, but such agreements must be coordinated through the BCCI, which serves as the governing body. All proposals must be routed through the BCCI for approval.
During the forthcoming Apex Council meeting, there will be deliberations on the topic of “State Cricket Associations collaborating with foreign boards for organizing cricket.” Subsequently, the BCCI will assume control over the matter.
Nepal is anticipated to visit India for an exposure trip before the T20 World Cup in the USA and the Caribbean scheduled for June. Officials from the Cricket Association of Nepal met with BCCI secretary Jay Shah last month.
In the past, the BCCI has provided assistance to associate nations. Afghanistan, for instance, designated India as its home base for a significant duration before the Covid pandemic, utilizing facilities in Dehradun and Greater Noida for training and competitions.
