The Indian team faced a 3-1 defeat in the 5-match Test series during their tour of Australia. After this, news emerged about the form and indiscipline of several players. Following a review of the team’s poor performance on this tour, the BCCI has taken strict action and implemented 10 new rules.

One of the key rules is that all players are now required to play domestic cricket. Additionally, no player will be allowed to take their personal staff on foreign tours. The BCCI has also made it clear that players who do not follow these new rules will face disciplinary action, which could include a reduction in their central contract fees and a ban from playing in the IPL.

BCCI Implements 10 New Rules for Indian Men’s Team Players

1. Family Allowed to Join Tours for 2 Weeks Only

The family or wife of players can now stay with the team for only two weeks during foreign tours. No personal staff will be allowed to join the team. This rule applies to all team members, including the coach and support staff. Additionally, players are required to travel with the team from the hotel to the stadium for matches and practice sessions. Any exemptions will require approval from the chairman of the selection committee and the head coach.

2. Mandatory Participation in Domestic Matches

To be selected for the national team and maintain a central contract, players must participate in domestic matches. This will help maintain their match fitness and strengthen their skills while providing younger players a chance to learn from their experience. Exemptions can only be granted for special reasons with approval from the head coach and the chairman of the selection committee.

3. Complete Attendance in Practice Sessions

All players are now required to stay for the full duration of their prescribed practice sessions. Players will no longer be allowed to leave early after completing their practice.

4. No Extra Luggage on Foreign Tours

Players are now prohibited from carrying extra luggage on foreign tours or domestic series. They must follow the luggage limits set by the BCCI. Any extra luggage will be at the player’s expense.

5. Ban on Personal Staff

The BCCI has implemented a complete ban on players taking their personal staff, including managers, chefs, assistants, and security personnel, on tours.

6. Informing Team Management About Extra Shipments

Players must inform the team management before sending any separate bags or personal items to the Center of Excellence in Bengaluru. Any extra costs from such shipments will be borne by the player.

7. No Advertisement Shoots During Series

Indian players are now prohibited from shooting advertisements during any series or tour. This rule is designed to ensure the players remain focused on the ongoing series.

8. Travel Plan Policy for Players’ Families

A travel plan policy for players’ families has been implemented to ensure a balance between family commitments and team responsibilities.

9. Mandatory Participation in BCCI Events

All players are required to participate in BCCI’s official shoots and events. This is to maintain the board’s commitments to stakeholders and promote the game effectively.

10. Players to Return After the Tour Ends

Under the new rules, no player will be allowed to return home early after any match or series. They must stay until the end of the tour, even if the match concludes earlier than expected.