
The 2026-27 Duleep Trophy, starting August 23 at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence, will have more matches broadcast on television than last season. The previous edition was not televised and played behind…
The 2026-27 Duleep Trophy, starting August 23 at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence, will have more matches broadcast on television than last season. The previous edition was not televised and played behind closed doors, disappointing fans.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said government land-use restrictions prevent crowds at the CoE campus, but the board has increased telecasts this year. He added that the BCCI will explore hosting the final at a proper stadium, giving fans a chance to watch their favourite players.
The BCCI's move to telecast more Duleep Trophy matches and consider a stadium final is a welcome response to fan complaints. Some narratives claim the board ignores domestic cricket, but here it is adapting despite real land-use hurdles. The real test is whether the final reaches a stadium and how many matches actually go live.
Source: sportstar.thehindu.com
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