The BCCI informed the Bombay High Court that only Indian nationals, excluding OCI cardholders, are allowed to participate in domestic tournaments and national team selection.
BCCI clarified its selection policy to HC
Jul 18, 2026
09:53 am
What's the storyThe Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has told the Bombay High Court that Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders can't play in domestic tournaments.
The board also clarified that only Indian nationals are eligible for selection into the national team.
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