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  'We are not concerned': BCCI to stay in line with government policies ahead of Bangladesh series

  Cricket | June 19, 2026 14:56 IST

  With the Indian team all set to take on Bangladesh in a white-ball series in August-September 2025, the board's secretary Devajit Saikia took centre stage and talked about how they will be following government policies ahead of the series.

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  Could the IPL season start early from 2027? BCCI secretary opens up on scheduling possibility

  Cricket | June 18, 2026 13:18 IST

  With the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 concluding with Royal Challengers Bengaluru lifting their second straight title, details over next season's potential schedule have been revealed by BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia.

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  BCCI's new advisory to restrict players from travelling with girlfriends, new rules for owners too

  Cricket | May 07, 2026 18:47 IST

  The BCCI is preparing a strict new IPL advisory to curb unauthorised access around teams, including restrictions on players travelling with girlfriends and tighter rules for owners and officials entering restricted areas during IPL 2026.

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  IPL 2026 schedule set to be released by March 13, confirms BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia

  Cricket | March 10, 2026 16:30 IST

  BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 schedule will be released by March 13, initially covering only the first 20 days due to state elections. Meanwhile, preparation delays at the Chinnaswamy Stadium could affect matches in Bengaluru.

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  BCCI onboards Asian Paints as Indian cricket's 'Official Colour Partner' for 3 years

  Cricket | November 26, 2025 9:56 IST

  Asian Paints has come on board as the new sponsorship partner for the BCCI for home series and tournaments for a three-year partnership. Asian Paints was the second new sponsor for the board after Apollo Tyres as the principal jersey sponsor since the ban on online gaming apps.

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  BCCI and PCB to amicably settle Asia Cup trophy issue, Devajit Saikia confirms

  Cricket | November 08, 2025 16:01 IST

  India are yet to receive their Asia Cup 2025 trophy despite having won the continental tournament more than a month back. However, the BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has stated that both sides have resolved to settle the issue amicably.

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  BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia condemns harassment of Australian women cricketers in Indore

  Cricket | October 26, 2025 0:02 IST

  BCCI condemned an alleged stalking and molestation of two Australian women cricketers in Indore, praising police for arresting the accused. MPCA and BCCI vowed to review security protocols and provide full support to the players ahead of World Cup knock-outs.

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  BCCI to file complaint against Naqvi for walking away with Asia Cup trophy

  Cricket | September 29, 2025 9:58 IST

  The BCCI's (Board of Control for Cricket in India) secretary Devajit Saikia recently came forward and revealed that they would be filing a protest against PCB and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi after not handing the Asia Cup 2025 trophy to team India.

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  BCCI in talks with Toyota, fintech company over title sponsorship ahead of Asia Cup: Report

  Cricket | August 25, 2025 19:57 IST

  With Dream11 exiting its sponsorship deal, BCCI is in talks with Toyota and a fintech firm for India's cricket team title sponsorship ahead of Asia Cup 2025. Jerseys with Dream11 branding won't be used; India may play without a sponsor if no deal is signed.

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  Dream11 parts ways with BCCI as principal sponsor of Indian teams after Online Gaming Bill enactment

  Cricket | August 25, 2025 12:32 IST

  The BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed the development after the introduction of the Online Gaming Bill in the Parliament last week. Dream11 had gotten into an agreement with the BCCI in 2023, on a three-year contract.

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  'We cannot be a silent spectator' - BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia condemns Chinnaswamy Stampede

  Cricket | June 06, 2025 20:43 IST

  BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia condemned the Chinnaswamy Stampede that happened on the evening of June 4. 11 people died while more than 50 are reported to be injured. Saikia mentioned that BCCI will make sure such things don't repeat in the future.

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  BCCI reacts to Bengaluru stampede, says RCB's celebrations 'should have been planned better'

  Cricket | June 05, 2025 11:38 IST

  RCB's IPL 2025 victory celebrations turned tragic yesterday (June 4) as 11 people died and more than 50 were injured in a stampede outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia also felt that the event should've been organised in a better way.

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  BCCI President lauds Virat Kohli, says 'his impact on Indian cricket will be felt for decades'

  Cricket | May 12, 2025 23:47 IST

  BCCI President Roger Binny lauded Virat Kohli after the latter announced his Test retirement on Monday, May 12. Secretary Devajit Saikia also heaped praise, stating that the 36-year-old has inspired the future generation to don the whites.

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  BCCI secretary denies reports of change in family policy

  Cricket | March 19, 2025 16:10 IST

  Star batter Virat Kohli recently criticised BCCI's new family policy. Following which, reports emerged that the governing body may change the SOPs but secretary Devajit Saikia denied the possibility and noted that it will continue for the time being.

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  BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia reacts to body-shaming comments on Rohit Sharma

  Cricket | March 03, 2025 14:28 IST

  Rohit Sharma has been trending ever since Congress national spokesperson Dr Shama Mohamed's controversial remarks about him. For the unversed, Shama referred to the Indian skipper as 'fat' while also calling him the most unimpressive captain India has ever had.

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  Devajit Saikia replaces Jay Shah as new BCCI secretary at SGM

  Cricket | January 12, 2025 13:53 IST

  Jay Shah has taken charge as the International Cricket Council chairman from December 1 onwards. Devajit Saikia has replaced him as the new Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary.