In a landmark move the Board of Control for Cricket in India BCCI is set to come under the ambit of the National Sports Governance Bill 2025. A top Sports Ministry source confirmed on Tuesday July 22 that the draft bill unveiled by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports will now include the countryrsquos richest sports body ndash a long-anticipated development as India eyes participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. A Game-Changer for Indian Sports Governance The National Sports Bill aims to overhaul Indiarsquos sports administration with a focus on transparency accountability and athlete-centric reforms. Key provisions include mandatory Athletesrsquo Committees in all National Sports Federations NSFs gender representation in executive bodies and the establishment of a National Sports Tribunal to resolve disputes swiftly. Recognised sports bodies will also come under the RTI Act opening their operations to public scrutiny. A new apex body the National Sports Board NSB will take charge of granting recognition to NSFs and ensuring governance standards bringing professionalism and autonomy into sports administration. How the Bill Impacts BCCI Though the BCCI does not rely on government funding its inclusion under the Bill means it must adhere to age and tenure regulations for office bearers. Interestingly the draft allows individuals up to 70 years of age at nomination to serve a full term with a provision for those aged 70-75 to contest if international statutes permit. This clause could see Roger Binny who turned 70 on July 19 continue as BCCI President for another term. Previously vice-president Rajeev Shukla was tipped to succeed him but the Billrsquos enactment in August may shift the equation. The move signals a new era where even cricketrsquos most powerful board will be subject to reforms aimed at aligning Indian sports governance with global best practices.