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Dream 11 To Sponsor Jersey Of Indian Cricket Squad: BCCI
Dream 11 replaced Byju's and become the sponsor for the jersey of the Indian Cricket Team. Notably, BYJU's had quit after the end of the last financial cycle and BCCI had invited closed bids for its new sponsor and Dream11, which is going to be the prominent finance investor for Jersey. "Yes, Dream11 will be the new jersey sponsor of the Indian team," said the BCCI in an official statement.
Tags: BCCI, Indian sports, Dream 11, Byju's, Ed-tech
Courtesy: NDTV
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ICC, BCCI Reject Proposal Of PCB Asking Venue Swap: ODI World Cup
Pakistan’s request to swap the venues of their ODI World Cup 2023 matches against Australia and Afghanistan has reportedly been turned down by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI.) Besides BCCI, the ICC also rejected the idea of venue swap. Notably, PCB were hopeful of having their venues for two of their matches during the 2023 ODI World Cup in India swapped with each other.
Tags: BCCI, ICC, Pakistan(40), ODI World Cup, Venue Swap
Courtesy: News 18
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Dilip Vengsarkar Says BCCI Selection Committee Lacks Vision
One such cricketing stalwart, Dilip Vengsarkar, has now weighed in on the selection committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), taking a subtle dig at certain selectors whom he believes lack vision and a deep understanding of their roles. The statement came amid the criticism and disappointment surrounding the Indian cricket team's recent failure to secure ICC title. Now, India is set to play Asia Cup 2023.
Tags: Indian National Team, BCCI, Dilip Vengsarkar, sports, ICC Team
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Asian Cricket Council Set to Approve 'Hybrid Model' for Asia Cup
The BCCI proposed a Hybrid model for the Asian Cup, in September. Under the plan, four non-Indian matches will be played in Pakistan, while the remaining matches will be hosted in Galle and Pallekele in Sri Lanka. The ACC is likely to make an official announcement soon. Once the hybrid model is officially sanctioned, it will open the way for the Pakistan team to travel to India for ODI world cup.
Tags: Cricket, Indian sports, Asian Cup, BCCI, Hybrid Model Plan
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
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BCCI Imposes Fine On Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir
The Board Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) imposed a hefty fine on cricketers Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir, for violating code of conduct. Notably, Kohli had a fight with LGS player Naveen and Amit Mishra, during the RCB V/S LGS IPL match. The issue intensified after a bawl between Gambhir and Kohli. the BCCI fined 100% match-fees for Kohli and Gambhir, whereas Naveen was fined 50% fees.
Tags: Gautam Gambhir, Virat Kohli, IPL Match, Code of Conduct, BCCI
Courtesy: India Posten
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Mohammed Siraj Reports Corrupt Approach To BCCI
India pacer Mohammed Siraj reported a "corrupt approach" to BCCI's Anti Corruption Unit (ACU) from an unknown person, who wanted "inside news" about his team before Australia arrived in the country for a full-fledged tour in February this year. The matter has been registered by the ACU BCCI and is under investigation. Furthermore, the approaches wasn't a bookie, but a driver from Hyderabad, addicted to betting on Indian matches
Tags: Mohammed Siraj, Corrupt Approach, BCCI, Hyderabad Driver, sports
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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BCCI Issues Advisory For Coronavirus Amid Ongoing IPL
Amid the rising number of COVID-19 cases in India, the BCCI issued a set of guidelines and advisories, to be followed. The decision came amid the ongoing Indian Premiere League (IPL) 16th edition, which started on March 31. One of the major pieces of advice in the guidelines is to give importance to precautions taken by players, to avoid the spread of the Novel Coronavirus.
Tags: National, Sports news, BCCI, Coronavirus, ipl 2023
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Sourav Ganguly Opinion Over KL Rahul's Removal As VC
Former BCCI President and Indian Cricket Captain Sourav Ganguly commented on the removal of KL Rahul as Vice Captain, after his poor performance in India V/S Australia. On February 27, he said, "There's so much focus and attention with lot of pressure on players. The team management thinks he is an important player for the team. At the end of the day, what coach and captain thinks is important,"
Tags: Sourav Ganguly, KL Rahul, Indian Cricket, India V/S Australia, BCCI
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
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Sourav Ganguly Predicts Result Of Gavaskar Trophy, Says This
Former BCCI President Sourav Ganguly predicted the result of the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy, in matches between India V/S Australia. On February 25, Ganguly said, "I see 4-0. It will be hard for Australia to beat India. In these conditions, we are a far superior team." Notably, India is leading in the Test Match, with 2-0, and is expected to maintain the same, winning the trophy for India.
Tags: BCCI, Sourav Ganguly, Gavaskar Trophy, Indian sports, India V/S Australia. Sports
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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BCCI Reduces Ban Of RR PLayer Ajit Chandila To 7 Years
The BCCI Ombudsman Vineet Saran has reduced former Rajasthan Royal player Ajit Chandila's life ban. On February 21, Saran announced a reduction of a ban to 7 years, for his involvement in the IPL 2013 spot-fixing scandal. The three cricketers involved in that ‘spot-fixing’ scam – S Sreesanth, Ankeet Chavan and Chandila were given a life ban. However, the bans of Sreesanth and Chavan were overturned two years back.
Tags: BCCI, Ajit Chandila, Ban, IPL, Rajasthan Royals
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
