MCA imposes lifetime ban on coach and manager for harassment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 10:37 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
The Meghalaya Cricket Association (MCA) has placed a lifetime ban on the head coach and manager of its U-23 women's team following a sexual harassment complaint. This decision follows a June 26 ruling by the Meghalaya State Commission for Women, which found both individuals guilty of inappropriate conduct. The MCA also suspended its honorary secretary for failing to respond to prior complaints. BCCI secretary Deavjit Saikia confirmed receipt of communication from MCA, emphasizing the board's commitment to investigating such serious matters and enforcing zero tolerance., the MCA is taking steps to establish an Internal Complaints Committee in line with legal requirements.
- •MCA banned the head coach and manager for lifetime due to harassment issues.
- •The ruling came after an inquiry by the Meghalaya State Commission for Women.
- •MCA suspended its honorary secretary for inaction regarding the complaints.
- •BCCI has received communication from MCA president James PK Sangma on the matter.
- •MCA plans to fast-track the formation of an Internal Complaints Committee.
- 10:37 AMYahoo Sports — BCCI secy Saikia confirms knowledge of MCA ban on coach & manager for sexual harassment
"In a significant move, the Meghalaya Cricket Association has imposed a lifetime ban on the head coach and manager of its U-23 women's team in response to a sexual harassment complaint. The association also suspended its honorary secretary for his inaction regarding the issue. The Meghalaya State Commission for Women ruled against the two for their inappropriate conduct.
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