The IPL Governing Council (GC) meeting in Bengaluru faced an unexpected delay due to a bomb threat received on September 28. Originally scheduled for 11:30 AM, the meeting was pushed back by 7 hours as a precaution. The threat was reported at the Taj West End Hotel via email, prompting immediate action by the authorities. Upon inspection, no dangerous items were found on the premises. Although the IPL GC was to take place at the Four Seasons Hotel, about 6 kilometers away, the meeting was delayed as a safety measure.
The IPL GC consists of six members, including IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah, and Treasurer Ashish Shelar, who were expected to attend. The BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) is also set to take place on September 29 at the Four Seasons, with other key figures in Indian cricket expected to be present.
IPL GC Agenda
The main topics on the agenda for the IPL GC are the 2025 retention rules and details of the mega auction. It is likely that teams will be permitted to retain at least 5 or possibly 6 players, but the use of Right to Match (RTM) cards remains uncertain. Reports are mixed on whether RTMs will be part of the process.
The venue and timing for the mega auction are also up for discussion. The auction is expected to take place between mid-to-end of November, likely outside India, with Dubai, Doha, and Saudi Arabia being considered as potential locations.
BCCI AGM Points
The BCCI AGM has 18 agenda points, with discussions including appointing a new representative to the ICC. Jay Shah has held this role in the past, but with his move to become ICC Chairman in December, a new representative may be appointed. Since the AGM is happening in the hometown of BCCI President Roger Binny, he could take on this role.
One notable absence from the agenda is the discussion on Jay Shah’s replacement as BCCI Secretary.