Former India opener Sunil Gavaskar says the India national team is not the same as “Indian cricket,” and argues that authorities should rethink the country’s congested match schedule. He warns that relentless competition and extensive travel can contribute to player fatigue, potentially affecting performance and long-term player welfare.
Gavaskar also calls for strengthening and prioritising domestic cricket as the base for the national side. He suggests that improvements in the domestic structure are needed to ensure players develop consistently and can sustain success over time. Both outlets link his comments to wider scheduling conversations, noting that the ICC is expected to discuss the issue in upcoming deliberations.
While the reports differ mainly in emphasis and wording, they agree on the core message: Gavaskar urges the BCCI and ICC to consider schedule management, balancing international commitments with the health of players and the development of domestic cricket.
