Chennai to host Duleep Trophy final from Sept. 6
The BCCI has moved the Duleep Trophy final from Bengaluru to Chennai's M.A. Chidambaram Stadium to allow fans to attend the match. The decision follows restrictions at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence that prevented public access to the tournament.
Why it matters
The shift reflects the growing emphasis on fan engagement in Indian domestic cricket and the logistical challenges of hosting events at specialized training facilities.
Chennai’s M.A. Chidambaram Stadium will host the final of the Duleep Trophy from September 6 to 10. The BCCI has decided to move the summit clash from Bengaluru to allow fans a chance to watch the country’s top players in action. While the initial plan was to hold the entire tournament at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in the Garden City, only the quarterfinal and semifinals will now be held on campus.
Last year, the Duleep Trophy was held fully behind closed doors at the CoE, much to the disappointment of the fans. Earlier this month, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia had explained that there were restrictions on allowing fans at the CoE but had promised to consider hosting the final alone in a proper stadium.
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