New Delhi, Aug. 19 -- The BCCI has moved the Duleep Trophy final from Bengaluru to Chennai to allow spectators to attend the match, which is expected to feature several of India's top domestic and international players.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that the two quarterfinals and two semifinals will continue to be played at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. However,restrictions at the facility mean that the public cannot be allowed into the venue.

"The Duleep Trophy is an important first-class tournament in our calendar and carries a rich legacy. The quality of cricket is always high, and we want fans to have the opportunity to watch the final live at the stadium. There are certain restrictions regarding crowd at...