Updated: August 29, 2020 8:47:55 pm
The IPL has been hit by the dreaded coronavirus. (Archive / Twitter)
The coronavirus pandemic, which has claimed more than 835,000 lives worldwide, continues to plunge the sports calendar into chaos, with the Indian Premier League (IPL) being the latest to fall prey to its control. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is the worst hit with 13 confirmed cases of Covid-19, including two players. Its chief statesman, Suresh Raina, also left the camp for “personal reasons.”
The Indian Express had reported last night that apart from a seamer from India, who plays in the shorter formats, some network bowlers, some members of the digital / social media team and an official from the CSK team also gave positive.
The coronavirus pandemic has claimed more than 835,000 lives worldwide.
What BCCI said:
The Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) reported on Saturday night that 1,988 COVID RT-PCR tests were carried out between August 20 and 28 on all participating groups in the UAE. Since the positive case reports came out, the IPL medical team is working around the clock and monitoring those affected. Their close contacts have also been isolated from other team members, the board revealed in a statement Saturday night.
Madras Goodbye! Hello Dubai!#StartTheWhistles #White #Love pic.twitter.com/lyZmoiuZXn
– Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) August 21, 2020
When it comes to the players, the Board has concealed his identity, but one is a specialized T20 cue ball closer for India, while the other is speculated to be a top-tier hitter for India A.
Protocol:
The BCCI stated that under the 2020 IPL Health and Safety Protocols, it conducted RT-PCR COVID-19 testing on players, support staff, team management, BCCI staff, IPL operational team, hotel and ground transportation personnel. .
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All positive cases have a mandatory 14-day quarantine period, after which they must also record two negative RT-PCR tests. Only then will they be allowed to enter the bio-bubble.
Singham Ruturaj with him #Petta entrance in #AnbuDen after a series of high octane hits on India ‘A’! #WhistlePodu 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/6aMMOjtuwP
– Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) August 27, 2020
CSK’s quarantine period in Dubai has already been extended until September 1.
Raina rumors
Probably the biggest surprise of the day was that Suresh Raina pulled out of season 13. While the southpaw has yet to reveal the reason behind the sudden development, the reason that is speculated is a family tragedy coupled with the growing cases of COVID-19. in the team.
“Suresh Raina has returned to India for personal reasons and will not be available for the remainder of the IPL season. Chennai Super Kings offers full support to Suresh and his family during this time, ”CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan tweeted the statement.
Suresh Raina has returned to India for personal reasons and will not be available for the remainder of the IPL season. Chennai Super Kings offers full support to Suresh and his family during this time.
KS Viswanathan
CEO– Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) August 29, 2020
Raina’s absence will definitely be a severe blow to the Yellow Army.
Rajasthan Record Retrieval
There is a glimmer of light amid all the sadness when Rajasthan Royals field coach Dishant Yagnik recovered from the virus and will now join the team in Dubai.
He has completed his 14-day quarantine along with two negative reports when he joined the team in Dubai.
14-day quarantine ✅
2 negative tests ✅
1 fitness test ✅Field coach @ Dishantyagnik77 Are you ready for # IPL2020 👍#HallaBol | #RealFamily pic.twitter.com/bKs5Oqp6YF
– Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) August 28, 2020
The IPL is scheduled for September 19 and will be played in Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
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