India, June 23 -- Sunil Gavaskar, the legendary batter and former India captain, made a humble request to the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India), urging the body to consider players' welfare and give centrally contracted players one month's rest every calendar year. The 1983 World Cup winner made this remark after the conclusion of the three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, which the Men in Blue won 3-0. It is worth noting that the one-off Test between India and Afghanistan was played just six days after the conclusion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the Gujarat Titans.

Gavaskar said he understands that the BCCI has to act like a big brother to nations like Af...