In a recent interview in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit, India's star player Virat Kohli mocked BCCI's move to restrict family members from traveling with the players. Following that, BCCI is likely to modify the previously settled rules regarding the family members. After returning from Australia, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretly introduced a 10-point diktat system that included a specific treatment towards the family members. Apart from separating personal acquaintances, BCCI also restricted immediate family members, limiting them to a certain period depending on the duration of the tours and tournaments. During the Champions Trophy, wives were not allowed to stay with the players; however, if permission were sought, the authority might think about it. After Kohli's open criticisms, the board reportedly will undergo some changes in this. A source close to BCCI anonymously said, "Players can apply for permission if they want their families to stay longer on tours. The BCCI will make a decision as it sees fit." Read also: Watch: Kohli's Special Appeal for Patidar at RCB Unbox 2025 Kapil Dev backed Virat Kohli's thoughts At a recent RCB promotional event ahead of IPL 2025, Virat Kohli openly criticized the restrictions on family travel for players. He emphasized the importance of having loved ones around, stating that it helps maintain a sense of normalcy. Kohli argued that after fulfilling their on-field responsibilities, cricketers should have the comfort of family rather than enduring isolation in hotel rooms. Kohli said, "If you ask any player, do you want your family to be around you all the time? You'll be like, yes. I don't want to go to my room and just sit alone and sulk. I want to be able to be normal. And then you can really treat your game as something that is a responsibility. You finish that responsibility, and you come back to life." Backing Kohli’s stance, legendary World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev highlighted how families accompanied players during overseas tours in his era. He suggested a balanced approach, where players focus solely on cricket in the initial phase of a tour and later reunite with their families. The Indian team recently had their families by their side in the UAE during the Champions Trophy. Celebrations in Dubai saw stars like Kohli and Rohit Sharma sharing their triumph with loved ones, reinforcing the emotional support families provide in high-pressure tournaments.