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Trans Cricketer Anaya Bangar Says BCCI Ignored Her Pleas for Support
Anaya Bangar has revealed that the Board of Control for Cricket in India did not respond to her initial requests for assistance in pursuing a career in professional cricket. The disclosure comes as the trans-athlete works to rebuild her sporting life.
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Trans-athlete Anaya Bangar has publicly disclosed that she received no response from the BCCI when she first sought the board's backing to pursue opportunities within Indian cricket. Speaking about her experience, Bangar described the lack of engagement as being "served with silence," highlighting the absence of communication from cricket's governing body in the country.
Bangar's revelation underscores the challenges faced by transgender athletes seeking inclusion and support within India's formal sporting structures. Her case has drawn attention to gaps in institutional frameworks that may not adequately address the needs of athletes from marginalized communities in competitive sports.
The cricketer's public account comes as she attempts to chart a path forward in her sporting career despite the initial setback. Her disclosure is likely to intensify discussions around inclusion policies and institutional responsibility within Indian cricket at a time when conversations about diversity in sports are gaining momentum.
The BCCI has not issued a public statement regarding Bangar's allegations about the initial lack of response to her requests for assistance.