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BCCIstands for

Board of Control for Cricket in India

What is BCCI?

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is the national governing body for cricket in India. Established in 1928, it is headquartered at the Cricket Centre in Mumbai. BCCI is the richest cricket board in the world and oversees all aspects of the sport within the country, from grassroots development to the senior national teams. It organizes major domestic tournaments like the Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and the Indian Premier League (IPL), which is a global cricketing phenomenon. The board is responsible for selecting the Indian cricket team for international series and ICC events, negotiating broadcasting rights, managing sponsorships, and maintaining cricketing infrastructure. BCCI is also a full member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and wields significant influence in global cricket administration. In India, the acronym BCCI is consistently used in sports journalism, government sports policies, and during parliamentary discussions on sports governance. The Supreme Court of India has also intervened in its administration to ensure transparency, leading to the formation of the Committee of Administrators (CoA) at times. For students preparing for competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, or IBPS, BCCI is an important topic in sports and current affairs sections, often appearing in questions about sports bodies or recent developments in Indian cricket.

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The BCCI announced a strict bio-bubble for the upcoming home series against England.

BCCI — frequently asked questions

What is the full form of BCCI?
BCCI stands for Board of Control for Cricket in India. It is the apex body governing cricket in the country.
What is the role of BCCI in Indian cricket?
BCCI manages all domestic and international cricket activities in India, including selecting the national team, organizing tournaments like the Ranji Trophy and IPL, and handling sponsorship and broadcasting rights.
When was BCCI established?
BCCI was established in December 1928. It replaced the Calcutta Cricket Club as India's cricket governing body and became a full member of the Imperial Cricket Conference (now ICC) in 1926.
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