Hours after the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 was postponed, Cricket South Africa (CSA) mentioned it has held talks with all IPL franchises to ensure the secure return of Proteas gamers and assist workers.
CSA additionally knowledgeable that the Proteas contingent can have to bear dwelling quarantine in line with the present World Health Organization suggestions after they return to South Africa.
(1/5) Cricket South Africa (CSA) has famous the postponement of the 2021 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) due to COVID-19 security causes. pic.twitter.com/Ir5bYPeZdw
— Cricket South Africa (@OfficialCSA) May 4, 2021
“CSA supports the decision to put the health and safety interests of all involved in the tournament first and foremost and has made contact with all of the relevant franchises to ensure the expedited travel of all South African players and support staff back to our shores,” CSA mentioned in an official assertion.
“Those travelling back to South Africa will undergo home quarantine in line with the current World Health Organization recommendations,” it added.
The apex physique of cricket in South Africa is in contact with its gamers and is assured of their secure return to the nation.
“CSA and the South African Cricketers Association (SACA) are in contact with all players and are assured of their safety and comfort in their respective locations,” the assertion additional learn.
“CSA wishes to extend its well wishes and support to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the people of India and thank the BCCI for keeping our players safe during this challenging time,” it added.
The IPL Governing Council (GC) and BCCI on Tuesday in an emergency assembly unanimously determined to postpone IPL 2021 season, with rapid impact.
Also, the BCCI mentioned that it’ll do every little thing in its energy to organize for the safe and secure passage of all of the contributors in IPL 2021.
