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Ranji Trophy: Mohammed Shami claims four-wicket haul against MP

India pacer Mohammed Shami made a memorable return to the Ranji Trophy, claiming four wickets to power Bengal to a first-innings lead over Madhya Pradesh at the Holkar Stadium.

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IPL 2025: 5 CSK players who made a strong impact in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024

It was a very happy season Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy this year with the best teams and talented youngsters showing their skills in the coveted competition. With teams like Baroda, MP, Delhi and Mumbai making it to the finals, Delhi and Baroda were left out. In SMAT 2024 Finals, Mumbai defeated former Ranji Trophy champions, Madhya Pradesh to win this year's title. Expectations are rising after…

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IPL 2025: 5 CSK players who made a strong impact in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024

It was a very happy season Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy this year with the best teams and talented youngsters showing their skills in the coveted competition. With teams like Baroda, MP, Delhi and Mumbai making it to the finals, Delhi and Baroda were left out. In SMAT 2024 Finals, Mumbai defeated former Ranji Trophy champions, Madhya Pradesh to win this year's title. Expectations are rising after…

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IPL 2025: 5 CSK players who made a big impact in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024

It was an exciting season of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy this year with teams outdoing each other and young talents proving their skills in the much-coveted tournament. With teams like Baroda, MP, Delhi and Mumbai making it to the semi-finals, Delhi and Baroda were eventually left behind. At the end of SMAT 2024, Bombay defeated the former Ranji Trophy champions, Madhya Pradesh to win this year’s…

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[ad_1] Luvnith Sisodia in action. PC – Maharaja Trophy The only thought that flashes in the mind while envisaging Luvnith Sisodia’s cricketing skills is loads of talent. Unfortunately, fate hasn’t exactly been kind to him. For one reason or the other, the dashing left-hand wicketkeeper-batter has had to forgo opportunities that came his way.  Last week, he was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 30 lakhs in the 2025 IPL Auction. As a result, he will now get a chance to ply his trade at a ground where a fluffed chance resulted in him being dropped from the state side. Perhaps, the stars have started to align for Sisodia to make an impact on the grandest of stages.  “My entire journey has been a rollercoaster,” he quipped when he spoke to RevSportz. “There was one match that we were playing at Eden Gardens, against Punjab, in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. I happened to drop a catch, and we lost that game. From there on, I didn’t play senior cricket for two years. Now I am going to kick-start my journey for Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens. It is very poetic.” Even during the recently concluded IPL Auction, his fortunes seemed to have swung back and forth, almost like the pendulum of an old clock. On day 1, there were no takers for Sisodia as he went unsold. Just around 24 hours later, Sisodia was back in the mix as KKR bagged his services at the fag end of the auction. Sisodia recounted another of his topsy-turvy journeys with a tinge of emotion.  “I was watching the auction from the start, my name was up there, I was unsold, I was a little sad,” he said. “I then realised that life goes on, you still have to keep working hard till you get there. I just slept that day, I had dinner and spent time with my family. Next day, I went for my training. Then, while having dinner with my mother, suddenly one of my friends messaged. Aakanksh (his agent) also called. I was wondering what is happening, as everybody is calling. That is when I got to know that KKR had picked me.” Sisodia went on to add: “My dad was travelling, it was just my mother and I. My mother saw that I was a little bit disappointed and made some tasty food for me. We were eating together, we were just generally discussing things. I had my injuries, just before my Ranji Trophy debut. Working hard for Ranji, suddenly before a match that you’re expected to play, you get injured. There were so many emotions (flowing), back and forth. Suddenly, the phone just started ringing. It was a happy time. Mum and I cherished that moment.” One of his injury setbacks came during the 2022 IPL. A couple of years later, his dream of representing Karnataka in a Ranji Trophy game seemed to have all but materialised. But fate decided something else was in store for him.  “The only thing is that the injury I had when I was with RCB in 2022 was unfortunate,” he said. “It had nothing to do with my fitness. The recent injury I had, the ball hit just above my wrist, the metacarpal. So, it is just an unfortunate thing. That is very hard to digest, sometimes you can’t do anything about it. It is also about missing out on opportunities. The opportunities are at your doorstep and taken away from you as it is not in your control.”  Amid numerous setbacks, Sisodia has showcased sparks of brilliance with the willow. Some of those innings give an inkling about his game-breaking potential. Around three years ago, he had cracked an astonishing 129-ball, 312 in a Corporate one-day tournament. In the recent past, he compiled a stunning innings of 187 against Mumbai, in the Dr (Capt) K Thimmappiah Memorial Tournament.  Such was the impact of his knock that KSCA Secretary XI took the innings lead, despite Mumbai compiling a total well in excess of 400. It has to be also observed that India cricketer, Shardul Thakur, was a part of Mumbai’s attack.  “About that 300, I have no words to say,” remarked Sisodia. “It just kept happening, I was connecting everything that day. It was just flowing. I had another innings that I played against Mumbai in the Thimmapiah tournament, the red-ball tournament.

We were playing the quarterfinal, we were pursuing about 500 runs. I got 188 (187) and we won the game. That was also a very nice innings, I cherish that innings. From there I got a call-up for the Ranji Trophy, this was something special.”  Sisodia also has been a consistent performer in the Maharaja Trophy, having notched up over 300 runs in a couple of seasons. One of the highlights of his efforts in that tournament was a hundred versus Hubli Tigers last year. The essence of his innings was the way he handled the spinners – picking the length early to use the depth of the crease, alongside essaying slog-sweeps.   There was much more to that knock than just bland description. “About that knock in the Maharaja Trophy, the hundred I got, there is a story behind it,” explained Sisodia. “I didn’t have a great start to that tournament. There were so many negative things going around like ‘he can’t get runs’, this and that. It is very special because as soon as someone says you can’t do it, the next day, you wake up, put all the effort and make it happen. Basically, you prove yourself wrong, and show it to yourself that you can do things that people think you won’t be able to do.” Despite all the setbacks, Sisodia has continued to chisel out his game in order to upgrade his batting and wicket-keeping skills. “I had to really work hard on the mental side of the game, like improving my game awareness and reading situations better,” he said. “Of course, (improving) skills  is a never-ending thing, you have to always keep learning. Every session I practice, or play, I learn a lot of things. I have been working on a lot of shots as well. Looking to play clean cricket, of course – the reverse sweeps, the scoops and all that. Basically, shots all around the ground, 360 degrees. “Last year, I got a nice diving catch off Kaverappa, that is a very good memory. There have been times when people said, ‘Luvnith doesn’t keep well, his keeping skills are bad’. Then you go out and do good things in a live game, it feels like all your hard work has paid off.” All the above-mentioned setbacks also make you wonder about the kind of support he might have received from his family. Luvnith talks glowingly about his parents – Sujith and Sunitha Sisodia. “I wouldn’t have been here if not for my parents,” he said. “A lot of relatives used to say, ‘What is cricket? Billions of people play it. What will he do? Make him study.’ But my parents used to always speak to me and ask what I really wanted to do. They were always behind my back. I can’t express it in words, just pure support from them. “Back then, I used to eat good food. Once my mum said, ‘this is too healthy for you.’ She put me in a sport, so that I would move around and all that. She put me in a skating class. I didn’t really like skating afterwards. So, there was a cricket ground behind my house called the Central College Cricket Ground. My mum just enrolled me in a camp. From there, it just started. Within one year, I represented Under-14 for Karnataka.” At just 24, Sisodia has already navigated his share of ups and downs. However, he seems to have found a way to maintain his composure. Outside of cricket, playing video games with his Karnataka teammates is one of his go-to options to keep himself refreshed. “I like to watch movies, spend some time with family and close friends. Of late, I have been playing a lot of PUBGs with the Karnataka teammates,” he said. “So, I, Manish (Pandey) and the rest of them play a lot of PUBGs.” KKR’s fans and the think tank would be hoping for Sisodia to blend his sparkling batting with a touch of calmness at Eden Gardens. Also, they will keep their fingers crossed and wish for destiny to smile on the talented cricketer.  Sisodia signed off with the following words. “It is a great feeling to be a part of such a lovely franchise,” he said. “I will give everything that I have for the team’s goals and for the betterment of the team, for just making the team win.” The

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[ad_1] Luvnith Sisodia in action. PC – Maharaja Trophy The only thought that flashes in the mind while envisaging Luvnith Sisodia’s cricketing skills is loads of talent. Unfortunately, fate hasn’t exactly been kind to him. For one reason or the other, the dashing left-hand wicketkeeper-batter has had to forgo opportunities that came his way.  Last week, he was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 30 lakhs in the 2025 IPL Auction. As a result, he will now get a chance to ply his trade at a ground where a fluffed chance resulted in him being dropped from the state side. Perhaps, the stars have started to align for Sisodia to make an impact on the grandest of stages.  “My entire journey has been a rollercoaster,” he quipped when he spoke to RevSportz. “There was one match that we were playing at Eden Gardens, against Punjab, in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. I happened to drop a catch, and we lost that game. From there on, I didn’t play senior cricket for two years. Now I am going to kick-start my journey for Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens. It is very poetic.” Even during the recently concluded IPL Auction, his fortunes seemed to have swung back and forth, almost like the pendulum of an old clock. On day 1, there were no takers for Sisodia as he went unsold. Just around 24 hours later, Sisodia was back in the mix as KKR bagged his services at the fag end of the auction. Sisodia recounted another of his topsy-turvy journeys with a tinge of emotion.  “I was watching the auction from the start, my name was up there, I was unsold, I was a little sad,” he said. “I then realised that life goes on, you still have to keep working hard till you get there. I just slept that day, I had dinner and spent time with my family. Next day, I went for my training. Then, while having dinner with my mother, suddenly one of my friends messaged. Aakanksh (his agent) also called. I was wondering what is happening, as everybody is calling. That is when I got to know that KKR had picked me.” Sisodia went on to add: “My dad was travelling, it was just my mother and I. My mother saw that I was a little bit disappointed and made some tasty food for me. We were eating together, we were just generally discussing things. I had my injuries, just before my Ranji Trophy debut. Working hard for Ranji, suddenly before a match that you’re expected to play, you get injured. There were so many emotions (flowing), back and forth. Suddenly, the phone just started ringing. It was a happy time. Mum and I cherished that moment.” One of his injury setbacks came during the 2022 IPL. A couple of years later, his dream of representing Karnataka in a Ranji Trophy game seemed to have all but materialised. But fate decided something else was in store for him.  “The only thing is that the injury I had when I was with RCB in 2022 was unfortunate,” he said. “It had nothing to do with my fitness. The recent injury I had, the ball hit just above my wrist, the metacarpal. So, it is just an unfortunate thing. That is very hard to digest, sometimes you can’t do anything about it. It is also about missing out on opportunities. The opportunities are at your doorstep and taken away from you as it is not in your control.”  Amid numerous setbacks, Sisodia has showcased sparks of brilliance with the willow. Some of those innings give an inkling about his game-breaking potential. Around three years ago, he had cracked an astonishing 129-ball, 312 in a Corporate one-day tournament. In the recent past, he compiled a stunning innings of 187 against Mumbai, in the Dr (Capt) K Thimmappiah Memorial Tournament.  Such was the impact of his knock that KSCA Secretary XI took the innings lead, despite Mumbai compiling a total well in excess of 400. It has to be also observed that India cricketer, Shardul Thakur, was a part of Mumbai’s attack.  “About that 300, I have no words to say,” remarked Sisodia. “It just kept happening, I was connecting everything that day. It was just flowing. I had another innings that I played against Mumbai in the Thimmapiah tournament, the red-ball tournament.

We were playing the quarterfinal, we were pursuing about 500 runs. I got 188 (187) and we won the game. That was also a very nice innings, I cherish that innings. From there I got a call-up for the Ranji Trophy, this was something special.”  Sisodia also has been a consistent performer in the Maharaja Trophy, having notched up over 300 runs in a couple of seasons. One of the highlights of his efforts in that tournament was a hundred versus Hubli Tigers last year. The essence of his innings was the way he handled the spinners – picking the length early to use the depth of the crease, alongside essaying slog-sweeps.   There was much more to that knock than just bland description. “About that knock in the Maharaja Trophy, the hundred I got, there is a story behind it,” explained Sisodia. “I didn’t have a great start to that tournament. There were so many negative things going around like ‘he can’t get runs’, this and that. It is very special because as soon as someone says you can’t do it, the next day, you wake up, put all the effort and make it happen. Basically, you prove yourself wrong, and show it to yourself that you can do things that people think you won’t be able to do.” Despite all the setbacks, Sisodia has continued to chisel out his game in order to upgrade his batting and wicket-keeping skills. “I had to really work hard on the mental side of the game, like improving my game awareness and reading situations better,” he said. “Of course, (improving) skills  is a never-ending thing, you have to always keep learning. Every session I practice, or play, I learn a lot of things. I have been working on a lot of shots as well. Looking to play clean cricket, of course – the reverse sweeps, the scoops and all that. Basically, shots all around the ground, 360 degrees. “Last year, I got a nice diving catch off Kaverappa, that is a very good memory. There have been times when people said, ‘Luvnith doesn’t keep well, his keeping skills are bad’. Then you go out and do good things in a live game, it feels like all your hard work has paid off.” All the above-mentioned setbacks also make you wonder about the kind of support he might have received from his family. Luvnith talks glowingly about his parents – Sujith and Sunitha Sisodia. “I wouldn’t have been here if not for my parents,” he said. “A lot of relatives used to say, ‘What is cricket? Billions of people play it. What will he do? Make him study.’ But my parents used to always speak to me and ask what I really wanted to do. They were always behind my back. I can’t express it in words, just pure support from them. “Back then, I used to eat good food. Once my mum said, ‘this is too healthy for you.’ She put me in a sport, so that I would move around and all that. She put me in a skating class. I didn’t really like skating afterwards. So, there was a cricket ground behind my house called the Central College Cricket Ground. My mum just enrolled me in a camp. From there, it just started. Within one year, I represented Under-14 for Karnataka.” At just 24, Sisodia has already navigated his share of ups and downs. However, he seems to have found a way to maintain his composure. Outside of cricket, playing video games with his Karnataka teammates is one of his go-to options to keep himself refreshed. “I like to watch movies, spend some time with family and close friends. Of late, I have been playing a lot of PUBGs with the Karnataka teammates,” he said. “So, I, Manish (Pandey) and the rest of them play a lot of PUBGs.” KKR’s fans and the think tank would be hoping for Sisodia to blend his sparkling batting with a touch of calmness at Eden Gardens. Also, they will keep their fingers crossed and wish for destiny to smile on the talented cricketer.  Sisodia signed off with the following words. “It is a great feeling to be a part of such a lovely franchise,” he said. “I will give everything that I have for the team’s goals and for the betterment of the team, for just making the team win.” The

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Arjun Tendulkar's All-Round Impact Sparks Hopes for IPL 2025 Retention

Young cricketer Arjun Tendulkar is making waves in the Ranji Trophy, showing solid performances for Goa that could catch the eye of Mumbai Indians ahead of the IPL 2025 season. Having joined Mumbai Indians in 2021, Arjun was bought for ₹30 lakh during the 2022 IPL auction, but now he could see a massive hike in his salary if retained. In Goa’s first match this season, Arjun had to sit on the…

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India's revised FTP and domestic cricket season to be discussed on Apex Council meet on July 17 | Cricket News

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NEW DELHI: The BCCI will work on finalising India’s revised Future Tours Program and the domestic season when it conducts its fourth Apex Council meeting on July 17. The meeting, like the last emergent meeting on May 6, will be held online amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The nine-member Council could also discuss the raging issue of Chinese sponsorship in the IPL. However, any matter concerning the IPL can only be officially taken up by its Governing Council, which had called for a meeting to review Chinese sponsorship in the cash-rich league in the wake of the Galwan Valley clash last month but is yet to come up with a date. The Indian cricket team, which last played in the first week of March, was scheduled to tour Sri Lanka for a limited-overs series in June-July but that series has been postponed indefinitely due to pandemic. A tour of Zimbabwe in August has also been postponed for the time being. With the cases rising rapidly in India, it is not even clear when the players can assemble for a training camp though individually, some of them have hit the nets. Discussion on finalising domestic cricket schedule is also on the agenda. The previous season ended with the Ranji Trophy final in March before the nationwide lockdown was enforced, leading to the indefinite postponement of the subsequent Irani Cup. In all probability, it will be a curtailed domestic season especially if the IPL is played in the September-October window which the BCCI has zeroed on, subject to the fate of the T20 World Cup in October-November. Last month, the ICC gave BCCI a deadline extension till December on seeking tax exemption for the T20 World Cup to be held in India next month. “That issue will also come up for discussion,” a BCCI official told PTI. Besides, the Council will have a discussion on “issues concerning Bihar Cricket Association”. The CAG nominees in the council Alka Rehani Bhardwaj has also cautioned the board on ensuring that only the eligible office-bearers attend the meeting. “The President/Joint Secretary BCCI (who would be presumably officiating as Secretary after vacation of Secretary BCCI post) need to also ensure that fourth Apex Council meeting is attended by only members, eligible as per the Constitution,” she wrote in an e-mail to the council members. “Any decision on this matter may please be backed by facts and endorsed legally. This is being reiterated only to ensure compliance with Honourable Supreme Court approved Constitution,” she added. The BCCI has sought a term extension for its president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah until 2025 from the Apex Court.

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[ad_1] IPL Trophy (Source: X) The 2025 IPL mega auction, set for November 24th and 25th in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, promises to be one of the largest in league history. A total of 1,574 cricketers—1,165 Indians and 409 from overseas—are up for grabs, including 320 capped players, 1,224 uncapped players, and 30 from Associate Nations. With 46 players already retained by their respective franchises, teams are gearing up to enhance their squads with strategic picks that will give them an edge in the upcoming season. Attending my first live IPL auction has me thrilled. Watching team owners and strategists carefully construct their squads over those two important days will be fascinating. There’s so much to anticipate: which franchises will target which players, how many might try to rebuild a familiar core by buying back former players, and which teams will aim for a complete overhaul. The excitement around surprise picks, franchise strategies, and the competition for the biggest buy of the auction will make this an unforgettable experience. Some of the Indian players I’m most excited to watch in this mega auction are Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Arshdeep Singh—all game-changers who are likely to attract high bids. Delhi Capitals’ decision to release Pant was a shock, and he could potentially set a new IPL bid record, possibly surpassing 20 crores. Although Rahul has faced recent form challenges, franchises will still see value in his potential once he’s back in rhythm. As a former IPL-winning captain, Iyer is likely to be a prime target for teams seeking a leader, especially with his strong showing in the Ranji Trophy. Lastly, Arshdeep Singh, considered India’s second most reliable T20 bowler after Jasprit Bumrah, is expected to command significant interest following his T20 World Cup heroics. Some of the top international stars to watch in this mega auction include Jos Buttler, Rachin Ravindra, Jake Fraser-McGurk, and Mitchell Starc. Each is likely to attract hefty bids. Buttler, the backbone of Rajasthan Royals, has shown exceptional consistency at the top order, making him a big target. Rachin, a rising talent who understands Indian conditions well, impressed with a solid stint for CSK and is expected to draw significant interest. McGurk, another young powerhouse, left a mark with his explosive IPL debut for the Capitals, making him a strong contender in a bidding war. Lastly, veteran Starc, who commanded the highest bid in tournament history last year, is expected to secure another major contract this season.  Also read:  Sanjay Manjrekar did not need to bait coach Gautam Gambhir on social media.#GautamGambhir @BoriaMajumdar https://t.co/F3o9NsmBXj — RevSportz Global (@RevSportzGlobal) November 12, 2024 For more sports content follow: RevSportz  The post Countdown to Jeddah: Franchises Eye Top Stars at 2025 IPL Auction appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] IPL Trophy (Source: X) The 2025 IPL mega auction, set for November 24th and 25th in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, promises to be one of the largest in league history. A total of 1,574 cricketers—1,165 Indians and 409 from overseas—are up for grabs, including 320 capped players, 1,224 uncapped players, and 30 from Associate Nations. With 46 players already retained by their respective franchises, teams are gearing up to enhance their squads with strategic picks that will give them an edge in the upcoming season. Attending my first live IPL auction has me thrilled. Watching team owners and strategists carefully construct their squads over those two important days will be fascinating. There’s so much to anticipate: which franchises will target which players, how many might try to rebuild a familiar core by buying back former players, and which teams will aim for a complete overhaul. The excitement around surprise picks, franchise strategies, and the competition for the biggest buy of the auction will make this an unforgettable experience. Some of the Indian players I’m most excited to watch in this mega auction are Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Arshdeep Singh—all game-changers who are likely to attract high bids. Delhi Capitals’ decision to release Pant was a shock, and he could potentially set a new IPL bid record, possibly surpassing 20 crores. Although Rahul has faced recent form challenges, franchises will still see value in his potential once he’s back in rhythm. As a former IPL-winning captain, Iyer is likely to be a prime target for teams seeking a leader, especially with his strong showing in the Ranji Trophy. Lastly, Arshdeep Singh, considered India’s second most reliable T20 bowler after Jasprit Bumrah, is expected to command significant interest following his T20 World Cup heroics. Some of the top international stars to watch in this mega auction include Jos Buttler, Rachin Ravindra, Jake Fraser-McGurk, and Mitchell Starc. Each is likely to attract hefty bids. Buttler, the backbone of Rajasthan Royals, has shown exceptional consistency at the top order, making him a big target. Rachin, a rising talent who understands Indian conditions well, impressed with a solid stint for CSK and is expected to draw significant interest. McGurk, another young powerhouse, left a mark with his explosive IPL debut for the Capitals, making him a strong contender in a bidding war. Lastly, veteran Starc, who commanded the highest bid in tournament history last year, is expected to secure another major contract this season.  Also read:  Sanjay Manjrekar did not need to bait coach Gautam Gambhir on social media.#GautamGambhir @BoriaMajumdar https://t.co/F3o9NsmBXj — RevSportz Global (@RevSportzGlobal) November 12, 2024 For more sports content follow: RevSportz  The post Countdown to Jeddah: Franchises Eye Top Stars at 2025 IPL Auction appeared first on Sports News Portal | Latest Sports Articles | Revsports. [ad_2] Source link

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Bihar’s Moin-ul-Haq Stadium to host three Ranji Trophy matches from Oct 26

Moin-ul-Haq Stadium in Patna will host three Ranji Trophy matches in October, November, and January 2025, respectively. Bihar is currently in Elite Group C and will play its third and fourth matches at the venue this year before locking horns in their third home game in January 2025.

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BCCI set to discuss India's revised Future Tours Program in Apex Council meeting on July 17

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BCCI set to discuss India's revised Future Tours Program in Apex Council meeting on July 17

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will work on finalising India’s revised Future Tours Program and the domestic season when it conducts its fourth Apex Council meeting on July 17.

The meeting, like the last emergent meeting on May 6, will be held online amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

The nine-member Council could also discuss the raging issue of Chinese sponsorship in the IPL.

However, any matter concerning the IPL can only be officially taken up by its Governing Council, which had called for a meeting to review Chinese sponsorship in the cash-rich league in the wake of the Galwan Valley clash last month but is yet to come up with a date.

The Indian cricket team, which last played in the first week of March, was scheduled to tour Sri Lanka for a limited-overs series in June-July but that series has been postponed indefinitely due to pandemic. A tour of Zimbabwe in August has also been postponed for the time being.

With the cases rising rapidly in India, it is not even clear when the players can assemble for a training camp though individually, some of them have hit the nets.

Discussion on finalising domestic cricket schedule is also on the agenda. The previous season ended with the Ranji Trophy final in March before the nationwide lockdown was enforced, leading to the indefinite postponement of the subsequent Irani Cup.

In all probability, it will be a curtailed domestic season especially if the IPL is played in the September-October window which the BCCI has zeroed on, subject to the fate of the T20 World Cup in October-November.

Last month, the ICC gave BCCI a deadline extension till December on seeking tax exemption for the T20 World Cup to be held in India next month.

“That issue will also come up for discussion,” a BCCI official told PTI.

Besides, the Council will have a discussion on “issues concerning Bihar Cricket Association”.

The CAG nominees in the council Alka Rehani Bhardwaj has also cautioned the board on ensuring that only the eligible office-bearers attend the meeting.

“The President/Joint Secretary BCCI (who would be presumably officiating as Secretary after vacation of Secretary BCCI post) need to also ensure that fourth Apex Council meeting is attended by only members, eligible as per the Constitution,” she wrote in an e-mail to the council members.

“Any decision on this matter may please be backed by facts and endorsed legally. This is being reiterated only to ensure compliance with Honourable Supreme Court approved Constitution,” she added.

The BCCI has sought a term extension for its president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah until 2025 from the Apex Court.

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