Explained: Is cricket a designated sport under National Sports Governance Act?

Raising concerns this week, the Supreme Court has asked for BCCI’s interpretation of the National Sports Governance Act (NSGA), particularly as cricket remains unrecognised as a designated sport under the law. This designation is vital for the Act to function effectively across sports federations. We explain what those things, and more, mean.

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