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Sachin Rejects Taking Part In The BCCI President's Race
Updated - 12-SEP-2025 10:17 IST
According to reports, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar is being examined for the position of president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Tendulkar's management issued a formal statement to address growing rumors that his name was involved in the situation.
Background & Context
In recent days, there have been increasing rumors that Tendulkar will take over as the BCCI's top player. According to a number of media sites, there was unofficial talk about getting his support for the president.
According to certain sources, he might be one of the candidates in the September 28, 2025, BCCI elections.
This caused a stir in the media and sports worlds, with many people predicting that the board would make a high-profile, stabilizing decision. However, neither Tendulkar nor the BCCI has provided an official confirmation as of today.
SRT Sports Management Pvt Ltd statement on Sachin Tendulkar
Tendulkar's team said in the statement sent by SRT Sports Management Pvt Ltd:
“It has come to our attention that certain reports and rumours have been circulating regarding Mr. Sachin Tendulkar being considered, or nominated, for the position of President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). We wish to categorically state that no such development has taken place.”
Looking Ahead
- At the BCCI's Annual General Meeting on September 28, 2025, elections are scheduled to take place.
- Which state associations submit nominations will be monitored by the media. It will become clear who is truly in the race once the final list of candidates is released.
- With today's announcement, Sachin appears to have ruled out running for president, at least for the time being.