BCCI is strict for active Indian players featuring in foreign leagues, however, AB de Villiers requested the BCCI to allow a lot more Indian players to take part in foreign leagues such as SA20 league.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has been requested by Virat Kohli’s former Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammate AB de Villiers to let more Indian players to play in the SA20 league, which is the country’s top franchise based competition.
The first Indian to feature in the SA20 is Dinesh Karthik, who declared his retirement from international cricket last year. The former RCB wicketkeeper is now going to represent Paar Royals in the third season of SA20 league.
The brand ambassador of the Paar Royals, AB de Villiers, was somewhat excited about the involvement of Dinesh Karthik, and stated that is will increase the awareness of the tournament.
“I would love to see more Indian players involved. We know Dinesh Karthik will be here this year, which is fantastic, and it’s great for the tournament. Hopefully, the BCCI will allow us to get more Indian players in the future to come and join the fun of SA20,” AB de Villiers said during a media interaction.
Active Indian players are normally prohibited by the BCCI to play in foreign leagues. Though women are given the allowance to play in English and Australian cricket leagues, senior men have strict regulations. A number of veterans have started to retire earlier then expected in order to have their chance in foreign leagues.
