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After India’s series defeat New Zealand And AustraliaAnd the quality of cricket on the field has been steadily declining which started with the ODI series loss Sri LankaSome punitive measures are kept in hand Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) To improve the condition of the players on the field.
The cricketing community has seen the BCCI’s recent move to come up with a 10-point diktat for players to regulate everything they do on and off the field. From cricket to their family involvement during overseas tours. Responses to this 10-point mandate have been submitted since it was announced. However, the true nature of these new regulations is only now being revealed.
What are BCCI’s 10-point guidelines?
The BCCI has introduced new guidelines aimed at strengthening team cohesion and discipline. Players are required to participate in domestic cricket to remain eligible for national selection, but exceptions are granted in exceptional circumstances. The board emphasizes group travel, does not allow individual events unless approved by the head coach and chairman of the selection committee. Personal staff, including hairdressers or nannies, are barred from tours unless authorized by the BCCI. Players must stay with the team until the end of a series or tour, bonding and continuity. Disciplinary measures such as suspension or fines are imposed for non-compliance. A new family travel policy allows players’ families to join tours of more than 45 days, with the BCCI covering shared accommodation expenses. Additionally, players must adhere to baggage restrictions, attend full practice sessions, avoid personal support during tours and prioritize BCCI activities.
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Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar’s response to the new rules
Chief selector of Indian cricket team Ajit Agarkar and captain of the Indian team Rohit Sharma These guidelines became public for the first time after they were released by the BCCI. When asked for their opinion on the new rules, the two Indian cricketers gave surprising comments that highlighted the true nature of the new rules.
“Who told you about these rules? Is it from the official handle? Come and we’ll talk.” Rohit was visibly upset when a reporter asked him about the new guidelines during the press conference.
Agarkar’s response was not very good and surprised the cricketing community as well. “I think every team has some rules. We’ve talked about different things that you’ve seen over the last few months about improving as a team and getting a little closer as a team. We saw the need for some changes, more cohesion within the team. The former Indian pacer said.
However, he said it is not like a school punishment on players and the rules are meant to have some boundaries within the team because these players are superstars in their own right.
“It’s not school, it’s not punishment. You have some rules and when you play for the national team you just follow the rules. These are mature individuals. They are superstars in their own right in international sports. They know how to handle themselves.” Agarkar added more.
The Indian team is about to face. England A five-match T20I and a 3-match ODI series starting January 22 before heading to the UAE to play their 2025 Champions Trophy match.
