KSCA to seek legal advice on BCCI Ombudsman's order to disqualify Secretary Menon
Bengaluru, June 25
The Karnataka State Cricket Association on Thursday stated that it is examining the order of the BCCI Ombudsman disqualifying its Secretary Santosh Menon for breaching the maximum permissible tenure limit, adding that it will seek appropriate legal counsel to evaluate its options.
The reaction from KSCA comes after BCCI Ombudsman Justice Arun Mishra (Retd.) upheld a complaint by Dolphin Cricketers, ruling that Menon had completed his cumulative nine-year maximum term as a managing committee member and office-bearer on December 16, 2025.
"We have taken note of the order passed by the BCCI Ombudsman and are presently examining it in detail. Appropriate legal advice is being sought to evaluate all remedies and options available under the law. At this stage, it would not be appropriate to offer any further comments until the legal implications of the order have been comprehensively examined," said KSCA President Venkatesh Prasad in the statement.
Menon had taken over as KSCA Secretary after being part of the Venkatesh Prasad-led faction that won the elections in December last year. Prasad, a former India pacer, also pointed out a legal contradiction, noting that the state body's own Ombudsman had previously cleared the matter.
"This is particularly so since the order dated 05 February 2026 was passed by the Hon'ble Ombudsman of the KSCA, Justice (Retd.) A.S. Bopanna, which is binding on all members under the KSCA Bye-laws, but unfortunately, the BCCI Ombudsman has taken a contrary view on the issue.
"The legal effect and interplay of the two orders are presently under examination. We remain committed to upholding the rule of law and will continue to act in the best interests of the Association while ensuring full compliance with the applicable legal framework.
"A further statement, if considered necessary, will be issued upon completion of the legal review. We thank the media for its understanding, patience, and continued support," he added.
— IANS
Reader Comments
"Legal effect and interplay of two orders" - more legal jargon to delay things. BCCI should just set clear rules and stick to them. Let's focus on developing cricket talent, not these administrative battles. 😒
Venkatesh Prasad is right to seek legal clarity. The KSCA's own ombudsman cleared this earlier, so there's a genuine contradiction. But if Menon has truly exceeded tenure limits, he should step down gracefully. India's cricket governance needs transparency, not factional fights.
Honestly, who cares about these internal squabbles? The KSCA should be worried about ground conditions, coaching standards, and getting more young talent into the Ranji Trophy. Instead we get "legal review" statements. 🙄
The problem is simple - our cricket administrations at state level have too many people holding positions for decades. Nine years should be enough for anyone. Good on BCCI ombudsman for enforcing limits. Let the legal challenge play out, but this sets a good precedent for accountability. 👍
Venkatesh Prasad is a true gentleman of the game. Sad to see him caught in this mess. The committee system in Indian cricket needs complete overhaul - too many old-timers holding on to power. Time for fresh faces and modern thinking in KSCA.
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