IPL 2023: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) reportedly issued an advisory for COVID-19 among rises in instances as the 16th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 got begun. The country has seen a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases, which has compelled the BCCI to take this action.
The franchises have been requested by the board to take extra care of the players and staff members as well as extra security measures. In the last 24 hours, India saw more than 5,300 new COVID cases, and if proper care is not given, the situation could worsen.
A source claims that the BCCI has asked the teams to exercise greater caution in light of the recent increase in cases. “To prevent COVID in the IPL, BCCI has urged everyone to exercise greater caution and vigilance. Although the number of cases is increasing, there is no need for concern because we have instructed players and support personnel to abide by COVID standards,” the source was quoted as saying by IndiaToday.
“Our top priorities are the players’ health and safety. Whatever the government’s guidelines are, they will be followed. There is nothing to worry about as far as COVID is concerned because our staff is keeping watch on the situation,” The source reportedly went on to say more.
In the ninth game of the IPL 2023, Kolkata Knight Riders face off against Royal Challengers Bangalore.
The Nitish Rana-led Kolkata Knight Riders will play the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the ninth game of the IPL, which comes amid concerns about COVID-19. The two-time champion Kolkata Knight Riders enter the contest after losing to the Punjab Kings in a game that was decided by the DLS system due to play being halted by rain.
Royal Challengers Bangalore, on the other hand, would be bursting with confidence after defeating the five-time champion Mumbai Indians in their opening match of the championship. When they face Kolkata on April 7, the Faf du Plessis-led team will be eager to record their second victory of the competition.
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