Overview

• The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) has submitted a formal letter to the BCCI requesting a ban on Harsha Bhogle and Simon Doull from commentating on IPL 2025 matches at Eden Gardens.
• The request stems from Bhogle and Doull's public criticism of the Eden Gardens pitch and their suggestion that Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) consider relocating due to the curator's refusal to meet team demands.
• CAB defended curator Sujan Mukherjee, emphasizing that he followed BCCI guidelines, which prohibit franchises from influencing pitch preparation.
• Neither Bhogle nor Doull is expected to commentate on the upcoming KKR vs Gujarat Titans match, as the BCCI has yet to respond to CAB's request.
• Eden Gardens is set to host four more KKR home games, Qualifier 2, and the IPL 2025 final on May 25, maintaining its status as a marquee venue.