The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) says it will not provide a separate “room” or special housing arrangements for the BCCI’s cricket team for the Asian Games. The issue centers on how athletes are accommodated during the event and whether any differential treatment can be offered.
Both outlets report that the BCCI is considering special arrangements, but the decision is linked to what logistical support and facilities can be arranged. The IOA’s position is that all participants should receive equitable treatment and that there should not be a separate category of accommodation for one sport or federation.
Sources agree that the official accommodations available for the cricket contingent are described as subpar, with hotels classified as three-star and four-star. An advance team is being tasked with assessing the venues and facilities before any final call is made regarding the cricket team’s stay, with the outcome expected to depend on that evaluation and operational feasibility.
