The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has released an eight-page directive to the ten franchises of the Indian Premier League (IPL), addressing serious breaches of security protocols observed during the ongoing season. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia highlighted incidents where players and support staff allowed unauthorized individuals into their hotel rooms, which poses risks of reputational harm and legal liabilities. The directive mandates that no one, regardless of their relationship with team members, is allowed entry into hotel rooms without explicit written approval from the Team Manager. Additionally, all guests must be received in designated public areas of the hotel. The BCCI also expressed concern over franchise owners breaching the Players and Match Officials Access (PMOA) protocols by interacting with players during live matches. To reinforce discipline, the directive includes a three-point guideline for franchise owners prohibiting such interactions. Furthermore, the use of vapes and other prohibited substances is strictly banned at all tournament venues, following a specific incident involving a player. The BCCI emphasizes the importance of compliance to maintain the integrity and security of the IPL.