Cricket boards regret supporting India as favoritism sparks outrage

Cricket boards that once aligned with India for financial benefits and helped establish its dominance in international cricket are now frustrated by its growing influence and preferential treatment.  

After current and former cricketers such as Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain, and Jonathan Agnew voiced their concerns, the British media has also started highlighting the advantages India has received in the ongoing Champions Trophy.  

While other teams face long travel distances between matches, India has been spared the hassle altogether. The Indian team will play all its matches in Dubai, covering virtually zero kilometers, whereas New Zealand will travel the most, covering 7,048 kilometers.  

Kiwi captain Mitchell Santner also acknowledged that India has a significant advantage. Meanwhile, British newspaper 'The TelegrapH' strongly criticized the decision to allow India to play all its matches at a single venue. The paper sarcastically remarked that instead of holding a coin toss for the final, officials might as well ask the Indian captain whether they prefer to bat or bowl.