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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced a new travel policy that will come into effect during the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to be held in Pakistan and the UAE. Under this policy, Indian players will not be allowed to have their families accompany them throughout the tournament, which begins on February 15.
No Families for Champions Trophy Tour
The new rule, part of BCCI’s stricter travel policies, limits family stays to tours lasting 45 days or more, and even then, only for a maximum of two weeks. Since the Champions Trophy is a three-week tournament, players will have to travel without their wives, partners, or children.
A senior BCCI official confirmed this to PTI, stating:
“Since the tour is less than one month, families won’t be accompanying the players. If exceptions are made, the player will have to bear the full expenses because BCCI won’t cover the cost.”
The policy applies to all players, with no exceptions unless pre-approved by the coach, captain, and GM Operations.
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India’s Champions Trophy Campaign
Led by Rohit Sharma, the Indian team will begin their Champions Trophy campaign on February 20 against Bangladesh in Dubai. The tournament’s most awaited clash—India vs. Pakistan—is scheduled for February 23, followed by their final group-stage match against New Zealand on March 2.
While India plays all its matches in Dubai, the rest of the tournament, including the final on March 9, will take place in Pakistan.
Why the New Travel Policy?
The BCCI’s decision comes after India’s disappointing tour of Australia, where they lost the Test series 1-3. The poor performance sparked speculation about a lack of discipline and team focus, prompting the BCCI to introduce tighter travel regulations.
Since then, several rules have been enforced to ensure better discipline:
- No personal staff (such as managers, agents, or personal chefs) are allowed on tours.
- Players must now travel together for all series.
- The policy encourages players to participate in domestic cricket during breaks.
Stricter Rules, Fewer Exceptions
The policy isn’t limited to the Champions Trophy. It will apply to all overseas tours, though longer tours will allow for exceptions. For instance, during the upcoming five-Test series in England (June to August 2025), players’ families can join them for two weeks, with dates pre-arranged.
The BCCI clarified:
“Players on tours longer than 45 days can be joined by their partners and children (under 18) for up to two weeks per series. Any deviation requires approval from the coach, captain, and GM Operations.”
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Will the Policy Affect Team Morale?
While some might argue that having family around helps players stay relaxed, others believe the new policy will promote team bonding and focus.
Short tours like the Champions Trophy may not require family visits, but longer ones, like the England series, still allow for quality time with loved ones.
With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 approaching, the spotlight is on Team India—not just for their performance on the field but also for how they adapt to these new rules.
Will this policy help them stay more focused and united? Or could it backfire by adding unnecessary stress? Only time will tell. But one thing is certain: The BCCI is serious about discipline, performance, and results.
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