The Future of IPL amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

Cricket match odds for the IPL this year will be affected because of the pandemic outbreak. The Indian Premier League is one of the sporting events this year affected by the effects of COVID-19. The prestigious cricket league announced that the IPL event for this year is deferred until April 15, 2020. The date will be adjusted depending on the gravity of the COVID-19 situation.

The IPL already discussed the situation with the franchise owners of the eight teams to update all the members regarding the suspended season.

In a press release, the BCCI finalized the suspension of the IPL 2020 and said that it's a necessary action to help contain the virus.

‘The BCCI is concerned and sensitive about all its stakeholders, and public health in general, and it is taking all necessary steps to ensure that all people related to IPL including fans have a safe cricketing experience’.

The BCCI said that they are working with the Indian Government to address the pandemic situation in the country.

‘The BCCI will work closely with the government of India along with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and all other relevant Central and State Government departments in this regard,’ they added.

Cricketers like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Ajinkya Rahane shared their sentiments on social media and advised the public to follow the protocols to lessen the spread of the disease.

The Indian Premier League is among the sporting events that got suspended due to the threat of the COVID-19. Sporting events like English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, the NBA, and the ATP already suspended their activities for the year until the situation is under control.

Sporting events could be the source of transmission because the stadiums will be flocked by attendees. Health experts advise that people should practice good sanitation, social distancing, and a healthy diet to avoid contracting the virus.

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