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BCCI to seek government nod for India’s Bangladesh tour
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will approach the Indian government for approval of the proposed white-ball series against Bangladesh, according to BCCI sources cited by Times Now. The…
The Story in Brief
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will approach the Indian government for approval of the proposed white-ball series against Bangladesh, according to BCCI sources cited by Times Now. The tour, featuring three ODIs and three T20Is from August 29 to September 15, had faced uncertainty after relations between the boards soured following a T20 World Cup controversy. The Bangladesh government, led by Muhammad Yunus, had earlier refused to send its team citing security concerns.
Recent geopolitical developments have revived hopes for the series, the sources said. A BCCI source confirmed the board is working on the matter and will seek government permission, adding that no final decision can be taken by the board alone. The Bangladesh Cricket Board has kept the August-September window open, but the ultimate call rests with the Indian government.
The Indian Opinion
The narrative that geopolitical tensions always derail cricket bilaterals is being put to the test here. While some circles claim sport should stay above politics, the BCCI's move to seek government clearance shows the reality of state relations. The real test isn't just whether the tour happens, but if it can proceed without fanning nationalistic fires on either side. The scheduled matches from August 29 will be the actual yardstick.
Source: timesnownews.com
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