Criticizing Ranji Trophy cost Manoj Tiwari a lot, BCCI fined him
Manoj Tiwari Ranji Trophy criticism: Manoj Tiwari had expressed concern about the promotion of young players in IPL and the declining prestige of Ranji Trophy. After this BCCI took action on his post and imposed this fine. The board has fined him 20% of his Ranji match fee for criticizing the Ranji Trophy.
Manoj Tiwari, the captain of the Bengal cricket team, has declared his retirement from all cricket formats. Manoj is having problems even after retiring. Manoj recently mentioned the Ranji Trophy. wherein he recommended that the BCCI halt the Ranji Trophy. He is now subject to a fine by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), which has taken action.
Manoj had voiced concerns regarding the Ranji Trophy's diminishing prestige as well as the IPL's promotion of young players. Manoj had written, "Ranji Trophy should be removed from the calendar from the next season," alongside the photo of the trophy on his Instagram. There are a lot of issues with the tournament. This esteemed competition with a long history needs to be saved from many issues. It is losing its attraction and importance. Very disappointed.
After this BCCI took action on his post and imposed this fine. The board has fined him 20% of his Ranji match fee for criticizing the Ranji Trophy. Manoj said on this action of BCCI, 'Now you may have to face ban for expressing your views. Just because of one post, I have been fined 20 per cent of the match fee.
The young players who are not included in the Ranji Trophy despite not being picked for the Indian team infuriate the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Instead of playing red-ball cricket, many young players are waiting for the Indian Premier League (IPL). The players of India A who have been awarded central contracts have received a warning letter from BCCI Secretary Jai Shah in this regard.
Shah forewarned the players that not playing domestic cricket would have dire consequences and that it is a crucial criterion for selection in the national team. According to Shah, playing cricket at home is still a crucial factor in choosing the national team. Absence from the event will have dire ramifications. The reason for issuing the warning is the worrying behaviour of players who prioritize IPL over domestic red-ball cricket.
