Asian Cricket Council Gears Up for AGM: Asia Cup Hosts and Media Rights in Focus
- Posted on January 30, 2024
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- By TSW NEWS DESK
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The upcoming AGM of the Asian Cricket Council in Bali will address key issues, including the host selection for the Asia Cup and media rights distribution. With Jay Shah presiding, the event may reshape the tournament format and introduce new contenders to the competitive landscape of ACC events' broadcasting rights.
In
preparation for the Annual
General Meeting (AGM) of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) scheduled on
January 31 and February 1 in Bali, Indonesia, crucial topics loom large on the
agenda. ACC President Jay Shah, also the secretary of the Board of Control for
Cricket in India (BCCI), will spearhead the discussions.
A
central point of deliberation revolves around determining the hosts for the
upcoming Asia Cup and refining its format. The previous edition, hosted jointly
by Sri Lanka and Pakistan, unfolded in the 50-over format, influenced by its
proximity to the 50-over World Cup. This adaptation stemmed from a dispute
between the BCCI and PCB, initially intended for Pakistan but moved due to
security concerns and political tensions.
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Notably,
only three Group stage games transpired in Pakistan, with the BCCI's reluctance
affecting the schedule. The opening clash occurred at the Multan Cricket
Stadium, Multan, featuring Pakistan and Nepal, while the subsequent matches
unfolded at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium, involving Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and
Sri Lanka.
The
AGM may witness decisive talks regarding media rights distribution. The ACC,
home to several contenders vying for rights to its events, may introduce new
players to the field. The Men's Asia Cup, an esteemed asset, promises an
intense bidding war as multiple stakeholders aim to secure broadcasting rights.
As the ACC anticipates dynamic shifts in host selections and media rights, the AGM in Bali becomes a pivotal moment for cricket enthusiasts. The outcomes will undoubtedly influence the trajectory of one of Asia's most significant cricketing events.