BCCI warns IPL teams after vaping, hotel room access and dugout breaches
The BCCI issued new protocols to IPL franchises after violations including vaping, unauthorized hotel visits, and owner-player interactions.Summary
The BCCI has issued an eight-page directive to all 10 IPL franchises following multiple protocol breaches during the ongoing season. Secretary Devajit Saikia addressed concerns regarding "unauthorized persons" accessing players' hotel rooms, urging strict adherence to new rules that prohibit entry without Team Manager approval and mandate receiving guests only in public areas. Additionally, the directive warns against owners physically interacting with players during matches, citing risks of "targeted compromise" and "Honey Trapping." The BCCI also explicitly bans vaping and the use of prohibited substances, including e-cigarettes, within all tournament venues, including dressing rooms and team hotels, to maintain professionalism and security.
(Source：Cnbctv18)
