IPL 2020 to see players not shaking hands with fans to allay coronavirus fears: Ganguly

Amidst COVID-19 infection (Coronavirus) wreaking havoc across world and affecting thousands in process, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly recently anunced that upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 will go on as scheduled. According to Sourav Ganguly, board and tournament officials will be implementing all necessary precautions in event for safety of participating players. Considering contagious nature of virus, it is being reported that players are being asked to avoid physical contact like shaking hands with fans as one of precautionary measures.

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IPL 2020 Coronavirus threat: Sourav Ganguly says BCCI taking “all precautions”

While speaking with a leading online portal, Sourav Ganguly said that while BCCI will implement all protection against coronavirus, a global tournament like IPL has various complications. Just like every IPL event, IPL 2020 will also have a global profile with players and support staff participating from all over world.

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A senior BCCI official also confirmed in a media report that board is currently replicating guidelines recommended by Health Ministry. Indian board will be sending out necessary guidelines to all stakeholders involved with IPL 2020 like franchises, broadcasters, team hotels and travel ncies. BCCI will also be asking players to report to medical authority in case y show any symptoms of virus.

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IPL 2020 Schedule

Meanwhile, here is IPL 2020 schedule for first five days. Defending champions Mumbai Indians will take on familiar foes Chennai Super Kings in opening match of tournament on March 29 in Mumbai. Here are remaining fixtures.

Delhi Capitals vs. Kings XI Punjab - March 30

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Kolkata Knight Riders - March 31

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Mumbai Indians - April 1

Chennai Super Kings vs. Rajasthan Royals - April 2

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