Dilip Vengsarkar criticizes BCCI for abolishing U-23 toss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Dilip Vengsarkar has expressed strong disapproval of the BCCI's decision to eliminate the toss in Under-23 matches during the Col CK Nayudu Trophy. Announced for the 2024-25 season, this change allows the visiting team to choose whether to bat or bowl first, a move aimed at preventing home teams from manipulating pitch conditions. Vengsarkar argues that the toss adds necessary strategic depth and excitement to matches, emphasizing that teams should adapt to conditions rather than rely solely on advantageous pitches. He calls for the reinstatement of the toss for next season.
- •Vengsarkar criticizes BCCI for eliminating the toss in U-23 matches.
- •The change allows visiting teams to choose batting or bowling first.
- •Vengsarkar believes toss adds excitement and strategic depth.
- •BCCI's decision aims to counteract favorable pitch conditions for home teams.
- •Vengsarkar urges BCCI to restore the toss for next season.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Wrong to eliminate toss in U-23 matches’: Dilip Vengsarkar urges BCCI to restore it
"Former cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar has voiced his disapproval of the BCCI's recent decision to abolish the toss in Under-23 matches. He believes this move strips the game of its excitement and strategic depth. Vengsarkar stresses that teams must learn to adapt to different playing conditions, warning that home advantage may be compromised if pitch conditions are too favorable.
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