MUMBAI: In a significant change to the Duleep Trophy schedule, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the relocation of the tournament's final from the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru to the iconic
Enhanced Viewing Experience for Fans
In a statement made on Wednesday, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia emphasized the importance of fan attendance at the final. "We wanted to allow people to come and watch the
During a recent visit to the Centre of Excellence, Saikia addressed concerns regarding the possibility of hosting the match without spectators. He assured that the BCCI would explore options to facilitate fan attendance, stating, “We will definitely look into the aspect of hosting the match with spectators; we still have time.”
Quarterfinals and Semifinals Scheduled at CoE
While the final will be held in Chennai, the quarterfinals of the Duleep Trophy will take place at the Centre of Excellence from August 23 to 26, followed by the semifinals scheduled for August 30 to September 2. However, these matches will occur without any spectators present, maintaining the restrictions that have been in place at the venue.
The Central Zone team enters the tournament as the defending champion, having triumphed over the South Zone in the final held in 2025. As the Duleep Trophy approaches, anticipation builds among fans and players alike for what promises to be an exciting series of matches.
