Cricket: Sri Lanka visited the BCCI for a limited overs series after canceling the tour of Bangladesh. Cricket news

Sri Lanka Cricket has approached the Control Board for cricket in India with a proposal to host a six-match white-chain chain in August 2025, after canceling the tour of Bangladesh in India. The proposed series will include three Odis and three T20Is, which potentially marks Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s return to international cricket action. The BCCI is currently evaluating the request from Sri Lanka Cricket, depending on the upcoming Asia Cup scheduling with the decision. The proposed series will reflect the same number of matches that were originally planned for the tour of Bangladesh. BCCI’s final decision is pending as they need to consult with players and coaches before making any commitment. BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia is scheduled to be held in London for the Lord’s Test, where discussion with the players is expected to be the location of head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Aggarkar, a cricbose report. The potential chain may see the return of Indian cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who has recently limited their international performances in the ODI format, stepping away from testing and T20I, respectively.

The original schedule played India with six white balls matches in Bangladesh from August 17 to 31, 2025. Although the series was postponed for the next year, both cricket boards cited the schedueling facility as primary reasons for diet, citing international commitments and as a scheduling facility. The position of the Asia Cup also plays an important role in this decision -making process. The continental championship has been temporarily determined for the pending approval from the Government of India, 17 to 27, 2025. BCCI, as the host of the tournament, should take a final decision about the Asia Cup, especially considering Pakistan’s participation.

The Asia Cup is expected to be decided within the next few days. The fate of the tournament largely depends on the status of the BCCI and the approval of the Government of India, especially given the recent military conflicts between India and Pakistan. The BCCI’s response to Sri Lanka Cricket’s proposal will come after the team management and consultation with the players during the test of Lord. Before confirming the series, the board needs to carefully consider various factors including players’ charge and international commitments. The proposed chain can provide valuable match exercises for both teams and fill the zero left by the postponed Bangladesh tour. This will give cricket fans a chance to see their favorite players in action during the August window. The schedueling of these matches will be required to coordinate with other international commitments and domestic tournaments, ensuring proper comfort for the players and the time of optimal preparation for both teams.