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BCCI Secretary Hails India-Japan Cricket Match as Key to Global Expansion
✍️ Deccan Chronicle
🗓 07 Sep 2026, 04:41 PM
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BCCI Secretary said the upcoming India-Japan cricket fixture marks a significant step in the board’s plan to promote the sport worldwide.
BCCI Secretary emphasized that the scheduled India-Japan cricket match represents a strategic move in the board’s ambition to globalise the game. The encounter, slated as a bilateral fixture, is being positioned as a showcase of cricket’s appeal beyond its traditional strongholds.
The match is part of a broader International Cricket Council development programme aimed at nurturing the sport in emerging markets such as Japan, an associate member seeking greater exposure. Officials expect the game to attract media attention and encourage grassroots participation in the host nation.
By arranging high‑profile contests with associate nations, the BCCI hopes to create a template for future tours, laying the groundwork for a more inclusive international calendar. The secretary indicated that successful execution could pave the way for more regular engagements with non‑Test playing countries.
The match is part of a broader International Cricket Council development programme aimed at nurturing the sport in emerging markets such as Japan, an associate member seeking greater exposure. Officials expect the game to attract media attention and encourage grassroots participation in the host nation.
By arranging high‑profile contests with associate nations, the BCCI hopes to create a template for future tours, laying the groundwork for a more inclusive international calendar. The secretary indicated that successful execution could pave the way for more regular engagements with non‑Test playing countries.