IOA insists on equal housing for all athletes, pushes back on BCCI's special arrangements

The BCCI is exploring separate housing arrangements for its cricketers ahead of the Asian Games, subject to the board's own logistical capacity. However, the Indian Olympic Association has made clear that all athletes must be treated equally, with no special privileges for any sport. The officially designated accommodations at the Games are rated three-star and four-star, which may fall short of the standards cricketers are accustomed to. An advance team has been deployed to assess the available facilities before a final decision is made. The outcome will depend on both the quality of the venues and the BCCI's ability to arrange alternatives independently.