Bengaluru’s sports scene buzzes with positivity as CABI publicly thanks BCCI for stepping up to champion blind cricket worldwide. Over the last ten years, Indian blind cricketers have become global icons, with the men’s team lifting several World Cups since 2012 and the women triumphing in T20 formats.
BCCI’s involvement guarantees these achievements endure. Spearheaded by ICC chief Jay Shah, recent dialogues with CABI officials like Dr. Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar and Shailendra Yadav have paved the way for robust support. Shah’s push for cricket that includes everyone has turned vision into action, embedding inclusivity into BCCI’s framework.
India now leads not just in cricketing prowess but in democratizing the game. The concrete pledges include annual funding for two international tours for both genders, complete with travel and lodging. Domestic series will see BCCI handling accommodations, while premier venues offer top-tier playing conditions.
Crucial for CABI, this fills voids left by inconsistent CSR grants, fueling ambitious plans for global events and overseas engagements. The result? Explosive growth in blind cricket’s international footprint. ‘BCCI’s backing is a matter of immense pride,’ said Dr. Kivadasannavar. ‘Together, we’ll keep blind cricket flourishing in India.’
This alliance underscores a brighter future, proving cricket’s boundaries extend beyond the sighted, fostering unity and excellence across abilities.