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Sunil Gavaskar Criticises BCCI, Says India Team Is Not 'Indian Cricket'
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 11 Sep 2026, 09:48 AM
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Former captain Sunil Gavaskar has warned the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the International Cricket Council (ICC), stating that the India national team does not represent Indian cricket. The comment has sparked debate over the governance of the sport in the country.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has issued a stark warning to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the International Cricket Council (ICC). In a recent statement, Gavaskar declared that the India national team does not truly represent Indian cricket.
Gavaskar’s remarks, which were directed at both the BCCI and the ICC, suggest a growing frustration with how the sport is being managed in the country. He implied that the current structure and decisions made by the governing bodies are not aligned with the interests of Indian cricket.
The former captain’s comments have drawn attention from fans and cricket analysts alike, who are watching to see how the BCCI will respond. The statement underscores ongoing concerns about transparency and accountability within Indian cricket administration.
While no official response from the BCCI or ICC has yet been released, the controversy highlights the need for clearer communication and stronger governance in the sport’s national and international bodies.
Gavaskar’s remarks, which were directed at both the BCCI and the ICC, suggest a growing frustration with how the sport is being managed in the country. He implied that the current structure and decisions made by the governing bodies are not aligned with the interests of Indian cricket.
The former captain’s comments have drawn attention from fans and cricket analysts alike, who are watching to see how the BCCI will respond. The statement underscores ongoing concerns about transparency and accountability within Indian cricket administration.
While no official response from the BCCI or ICC has yet been released, the controversy highlights the need for clearer communication and stronger governance in the sport’s national and international bodies.