Asian Games cricket row: Japan Cricket CEO says teams can make own arrangements

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1. Tue, 1 September 2026

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   • Times of India16:09
     Asian Games cricket row: Japan Cricket CEO says teams can make own arrangements

     Japan Cricket CEO Naoki Alex Miyaji clarified Asian Games accommodation arrangements for teams. Participating teams are offered hotel stays and can arrange their own lodging. Logistical constraints are affecting many sports, not just cricket at the event. The Korogi Sports Park venue was built from scratch within a tight timeframe. Organisers are confident cricket will make a strong impression at the Games.

2. Wed, 2 September 2026

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   • Al Jazeera English08:17
     Cricketers to get best rooms at Asian Games 2026, says Japanese official

     Cricket is a minor sport in Japan, but it will provide the best accommodation to participating teams, the official says.

3. Sat, 5 September 2026

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   • Times of India01:26first to report
     No special ‘room’ for cricket: IOA draws line on BCCI’s Asian Games stay

     The BCCI is considering special housing arrangements for its cricketers during the Asian Games, a choice ultimately dependent on the cricket board's logistical capabilities. Meanwhile, the Indian Olympic Association is committed to equitable treatment for all participants. The available official accommodations are subpar, classified as three-star and four-star, which may not meet player standards. An advance team is tasked with evaluating the facilities prior to the conclusive decision.

4. Wed, 9 September 2026

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   • Times of India03:28
     BCCI relents on Asian Games stay, agrees to stay in designated hotels

     The players will not be accommodated in an alternative hotel, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla confirmed on Tuesday.