Still, with big hitters such as Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya in their ranks, plus New Zealand's Trent Boult, Mumbai could mount a comeback. As usual, each team is allowed up to eight overseas players – but only four can appear in the starting XI.įive-time champions Mumbai Indians were favourites to hit the IPL 2021 for six but they now languish mid-table having lost two out of their last three matches. Matches were being played behind closed doors at neutral grounds in six cities: Chennai, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Bangalore and Kolkata.Įight teams are competing for four playoff places, with just two progressing to the grand final (originally set for on Sunday 30th May but now postponed). we have tried to bring in some positivity and cheer, however, it is imperative that the tournament is now suspended and everyone goes back to their families and loved ones in these trying times."Īfter moving to the UAE in 2020 owing to national lockdowns, the VIVO IPL returned to India for 2021.
The official BCCI statement reads: "The Indian Premier League Governing Council (IPL GC) and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in an emergency meeting has unanimously decided to postpone IPL 2021 season, with immediate effect. US stream: Hotstar US ($50/year) / Willow.TV (cable subscribers only) Venues: Chennai / Mumbai / Ahmedabad / Dehli / Bangalore / KolkataĪustralia stream: Kayo Sports (free 14-day trial) Start time: 3pm BST / 7.30pm IST / 12am AEST Date: 9th April – 30th May 2021 (currently postponed)
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