India suffered a 1-3 defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 and a 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand in the home Test series. Following the losses, the coaching staff and players came under scrutiny. The board held a review meeting with head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Rohit Sharma.
The BCCI has decided to ban players from bringing their personal chefs on tours, a practice followed by some players, including Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Hardik Pandya, for customized meals.
“The team has been given an option where the board will arrange two chefs for the players’ needs. However, there will be discussions around the specific needs of the players and what more could be done,” a BCCI source said.
Players with Special Dietary Needs Require Extra Attention
One concern raised by the board during a review meeting was the presence of personal chefs in the team's dining area, where only players and coaching staff are allowed.
"Certain players have to be extra careful with their diet, especially if they have overcome serious injuries which command watching their weight and other vitals. These chefs are very particular about the quality of ingredients used in cooking the meals. BCCI is trying to work around it to ensure premium food quality for its players," the source added.
BCCI Allows Exception for Personal Chefs with Necessary Approvals
This decision will depend on how flexible the BCCI is in accommodating players' nutritional needs. Some players, especially those recovering from injuries, need to monitor their diets carefully, and personal chefs ensure high-quality ingredients are used in their meals.
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