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Rumour mills have been churning out a completely different picture where India is refusing to abide by the ICC calender and instead chart out their own by which they will be eligible to play 8216;8216;stronger opponents like Australia and England8217;8217; with more frequency.

BCCI insiders suggest that with a 8216;8216;multi-million dollar telecast rights deal on cards8217;8217; there are vested interests now that could put pressure on the board and force them to opt and play bigger nations for financial reasons. 8216;8216;A 43m deal with Nike is excellent but will the sports accessories giant be interested if India keep playing Bangladesh, Zimbabwe and Kenya but not Australia and England on a more regular basis?8217;8217; asks a BCCI official.