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A sensational report has surfaced about a star Indian cricketer who allegedly carried a massive 27 bags to Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The BCCI reportedly footed the bill for this luggage, which weighed over 250 kgs. According to an explosive report by Dainik Jagran, the luggage didn’t just include the player's own bags but also those of his family members and personal staff.
BCCI Reacts with New Luggage Policy
This incident has reportedly led the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to introduce a set of new rules. One of the key changes is a cap on the weight of luggage players can carry for overseas assignments. Under the new policy, the BCCI will only cover the cost for luggage up to 150 kg, limiting the excess baggage the players and their entourage can bring along on international tours.
Details of the Excessive Luggage
The Dainik Jagran report reveals that the cricketer's 27 bags contained 17 cricket bats, as well as the personal belongings of his family and staff. While BCCI policy dictates that luggage belonging to a player’s family and personal staff should be carried separately, this player tagged them as part of his own luggage, leading to confusion and added costs. The board is believed to have covered the expenses for the luggage transport from India to Australia and between cities within the country. The total cost of this baggage has been estimated in the lakhs.
Impact on the Team and New Restrictions
It appears that this incident was not an isolated case, as other players reportedly followed similar practices, prompting the BCCI to enforce stricter rules for future tours. As per the new guidelines, players are now required to travel to matches by team buses.
Additionally, for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, the BCCI has introduced a strict policy prohibiting family members from accompanying players on the tour. A PTI report noted that a senior player had attempted to convince the BCCI to allow his wife to travel with him to Dubai, but his request was denied.
The BCCI’s move to restrict baggage and limit family travel is seen as an effort to streamline expenses and maintain a more disciplined approach during international tours.
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