CHENNAI: The craving for live sports action is increasing. The fans are waiting for the lockdown to get over and normal service to resume. But the wait may get longer for the enthusiasts because even after the athletes hit the ground after the lockdown phase, they will need a considerable amount of time to be … Read more
NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday suspended the 2020 season of the cash-rich Indian Premier League till further notice due to the evolving global health concerns regarding COVID-19 and lockdown measures implemented by the Government of India to contain the spread of the pandemic. “The health and safety … Read more
MUMBAI: The Indian cricket board has decided to postpone the Indian Premier League (IPL) until further notice. An official announcement on the same can be expected from the BCCI anytime soon. Contrary to media reports on Tuesday that the IPL has been “indefinitely postponed,” the BCCI, on Wednesday, spoke to all eight franchises and other … Read more
NEW DELHI: The BCCI on Tuesday told IPL franchises that the event stands “postponed indefinitely” after the lockdown to combat the COVID-19 pandemic was extended till May 3, leaving no scope for the league to take place during its designated window. While the development hasn’t been officially announced as yet but it is learnt that … Read more
NEW DELHI: The BCCI is currently not in a position to take a call on the future of IPL and it would be “too premature” to comment on whether the tournament can be slotted in place of the ICC T20 World Cup in October-November, treasurer Arun Dhumal said on Monday. The IPL has been postponed … Read more