The BCCI has decided to send both men and women cricket team in Guangzhou, China for this year's Asian Games, where cricket (T20) will make his debut.
The games will take place from November 12 to 27 in Guangzhou, China substantially World Cricket powerhouse India without a team and lose a possible medal in the event.
"We would not be able to send our teams, both men and women for the Asian Games in China because of international commitments," BCCI chief administrative officer Ratnakar Shetty told reporters.
"We have communicated the same to the Indian Olympic Association," he said.
Cricket's debut at the Games was approved by the Olympic Council of Asia General Assembly in Kuwait recently, and Monday was the last day to confirm participation.
Indian Men's team will have a busy time in November as they host New Zealand in three Tests and five Odis.
This year's Asian Games will feature 42 disciplines, 14 more than what happens in the Olympics.
Countries are expected to send the cricket team for the games include Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
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