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BCCI intervenes to rescue Arunachal Pradesh's domestic cricket season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 8:30 AM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

BCCI intervenes to rescue Arunachal Pradesh's domestic cricket season

Summary

The BCCI has stepped in to assist Arunachal Pradesh's cricket after the state forfeited its Ranji Trophy opener against Nagaland due to administrative issues. Arunachal also missed participation in two age-group tournaments. A three-member selection committee has been formed to ensure teams are ready for upcoming matches, with trials set for selecting squads across several tournaments. Arunachal is expected to play its next Ranji Trophy match against Sikkim on October 18. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia emphasized the importance of protecting players' interests amid ongoing legal disputes within the Arunachal Cricket Association.

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By the Numbers

•Arunachal Pradesh forfeited its Ranji Trophy opener against Nagaland.
•BCCI forms a selection committee for men's and women's teams.
•Trials will select teams for various domestic tournaments.
•Next Ranji Trophy match against Sikkim scheduled for October 18.
•Ongoing legal issues within the Arunachal Cricket Association.

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8:30 AMYahoo Sports — BCCI steps in to save Arunachal's domestic season

What they're saying

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With Arunachal Pradesh forfeiting its Ranji Trophy opener against Nagaland and missing participation in two age-group tournaments, the BCCI has moved swiftly to ensure the state’s cricketers do not suffer further more of the administrative logjam.
— Yahoo Sports

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