Hardik Pandya says IPL behind closed door an option

India's flamboyant all-rounder Hardik Pandya on Saturday batted for an IPL behind closed doors owing to COVID-19 pandemic. During an Instagram chat with Dinesh Karthik, Hardik also said on a lighter te that one cup of coffee proved to very costly for him, referring to his controversial remark on TV show 'Koffee With Karan', which created a furore. Speaking about possibility of hosting IPL without spectators, he said, "It will be different. We are used to playing with crowd as feel of competition comes with crowd.

Hardik says IPL behind closed door an option

"I've played in Ranji Trophy without crowds, and it feels different. To be honest, if that (IPL behind closed doors) happens, n it will be a smarter option. At least people will be entertained at home," Hardik said.

all-rounder had his bror Krunal for company during chat session. Krunal also agreed with Hardik's view on IPL. When discussion turned to his controversial remark, Hardik said, "I don't drink coffee, I drink green tea instead. I drank coffee only once and proved to be too expensive for me.

"I can bet that Starbucks would t have such an expensive coffee. Since n I stay away from coffee."

Both Pandya brors play for Mumbai Indians in IPL.

Im credits: PTI