The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed its participation in the upcoming Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting, putting an end to weeks of uncertainty and speculation regarding its involvement.
According to Indian media, BCCI Secretary-General Rajeev Shukla will join the meeting virtually. The session is scheduled for Thursday and will be chaired by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi.
Initially, the BCCI had declined to attend the meeting due to its location in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Reports suggested that the Indian board raised concerns over political tensions between India and Bangladesh and had demanded a change in venue. The BCCI had reportedly conveyed its stance to the PCB, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), and ACC President Mohsin Naqvi.
Despite India’s objections, Naqvi stood firm on hosting the meeting in Dhaka, a move that appears to have held sway. The BCCI’s eventual agreement to join virtually is seen as a step toward easing regional cricket tensions, although signs of discord remain.
The ACC meeting is expected to finalize major decisions for the 2025 Asia Cup, which is set to take place in September. With the BCCI now on board, even if only remotely, the path is clearer for constructive discussions. However, lingering mistrust among the boards of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan continues to cast a shadow over regional tournaments such as the Asia Cup.
The BCCI’s strong position in global cricket remains unchanged, but its decision to attend the meeting virtually signals a potential shift toward cooperation within the Asian cricketing fraternity.