SC asks BCCI's CoA to file affidavit on IPL bidding by Aug 28

Apex court also issued show cause notice to BCCI acting secretary Amitabh Chaudhary

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered the court appointed committee of administrators (CoA) to file an affidavit on August 28, clarifying its stand on the ongoing bidding process for media rights of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The apex court's direction came after counsel representing the committee, headed by retired Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) Vinod Rai, informed the bench about its preference for a closed bidding.

The matter pertaining to broadcasting rights for the flagship cricket league is of huge concern for Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). While the cricket board is in favour