Devajit Saikia
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BCCI set to review Indian team's poor show in England, Ireland series; coaching changes are possible
Cricket | Jul 25, 2026, 10:54 PM ISTBCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that a meeting will be taking place to discuss the shortcomings of the Ireland and England series, where the Indian team lost two consecutive T20I series and 2-1 in the ODIs. Ryan ten Doeschate too could be released from his role.
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BCCI secretary shares major update on Rohit Sharma, says Lord's 'won't be his last match'
Cricket | Jul 17, 2026, 11:35 PM ISTBCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has denied any possibility of Rohit Sharma's retirement after India's third ODI against England at Lord's. He assured that the veteran batter will continue to represent the nation and is currently in the scheme of things.
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BCCI sets plans for review meeting after team India's series loss against England and Ireland
Cricket | Jul 10, 2026, 07:14 PM ISTWith the Indian team succumbing to losses against Ireland and England in the ongoing T20I series, the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) has come forward and set plans for a review meeting to assess the reasons for the results.
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'We are not concerned': BCCI to stay in line with government policies ahead of Bangladesh series
Cricket | Jun 19, 2026, 02:56 PM ISTWith 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 | Jun 18, 2026, 01:18 PM ISTWith 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, 06:47 PM ISTThe 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 | Mar 10, 2026, 04:30 PM ISTBCCI 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 | Nov 26, 2025, 09:56 AM ISTAsian 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 | Nov 08, 2025, 04:01 PM ISTIndia 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 | Oct 26, 2025, 12:02 AM ISTBCCI 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 | Sep 29, 2025, 09:58 AM ISTThe 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 | Aug 25, 2025, 07:57 PM ISTWith 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 | Aug 25, 2025, 12:32 PM ISTThe 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 | Jun 06, 2025, 08:43 PM ISTBCCI 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 | Jun 05, 2025, 11:38 AM ISTRCB'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, 11:47 PM ISTBCCI 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 | Mar 19, 2025, 04:10 PM ISTStar 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 | Mar 03, 2025, 02:28 PM ISTRohit 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 | Jan 12, 2025, 01:53 PM ISTJay 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.