Goa, Sept. 4 -- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is looking at a more player-friendly international calendar as it seeks to address growing concerns over workload, injuries and inadequate recovery time. Following a review meeting with India's senior team management, the board indicated that the next Future Tour Programme (FTP) cycle will be planned with greater emphasis on rest, recovery and preparation.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said officials have been asked to explore ways of creating more breathing space between international series. The board also wants players travelling to demanding overseas destinations to receive enough time to acclimatise, with warm-up or practice matches potentially included before major as...