BCCI to review retired players' Overseas T20 Participation

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• Jun 29, 2023 | Poonam Nath

BCCI agreed to reconsider its current policy on retired players' involvement in overseas franchise leagues...

Digital Desk: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has agreed to reconsider its current policy on retired players' involvement in overseas franchise leagues.

When the Board's Apex Council meets on July 7, it will consider the situation and decide on the next steps. According to current policy, any cricketer under contract with the Board is only permitted to play in overseas T20 competitions after retiring from all formats of the game, including the IPL.

However, according to the agenda for the Apex Council meeting, which Sportstar obtained, the Board members want to discuss the future course of action and examine its position in the T20 leagues.

With the introduction of many leagues, there is an expectation that more and more players who are not considered for the India team will announce early retirement and play in those leagues. Though the Board has repeatedly stated its position on the matter, additional restrictions would likely be imposed.

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Many former India internationals continue to play in international competitions after they retire, most recently Ambati Rayudu, who is now part of a T20 league in the US.

The goal may be to prevent further deterioration of domestic cricket's standards because the proliferation of T20 franchise cricket may force many players to retire before their prime.

The BCCI has made the decision to exclude its active players from competing in T20 leagues, and with the most recent development, it may even impose restrictions on retired players' involvement.

"Policy for Retired Players for Participation in Overseas" will be considered, according to the meeting agenda.

The BCCI's top officials will also select a timeline for stadium renovations in preparation for the ODI World Cup at home. Ten sites will host the ICC event, and the majority of them need visual modifications.

After BYJU's untimely exit, the Board is without a broadcaster for the home season and a merchandise sponsor. Both of those topics will be discussed throughout the meeting.

During the men's team's match versus Australia in the World Test Championship final earlier this month, there was no sponsor's logo on the uniform.

Additionally, the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy's playing guidelines will be finalised.

"Playing conditions for Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Tournament (Impact Player Rule)," another topic on the agenda stated.