IPL 2021: In Regular Touch With Australian Players, Will Listen To Advice From Govt, Says CA
Mumbai: Cricket Australia (CA) said on Monday that it is in regular contact with its players who are currently participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL). With the second COVID-19 wave across the country, concerns have increased and some Australian players have also returned home.
“Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers Association remain in regular contact with Australian players, coaches and commentators participating in the Indian Premier League, which is being held under strict biosecurity protocols,” an official release said.
“We will continue to listen to feedback from those on the ground in India and the advice of the Australian Government. Our thoughts are with the people of India at this difficult time,” it added.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) confirmed on Monday that two of its Australian players Adam Zampa and Ken Richardson were returning for personal reasons.”
Adam Zampa and Ken Richardson are returning to Australia for personal reasons and will be unavailable for the remainder of # IPL2021. Royal Challengers Bangalore management respects his decision and fully supports him,” RCB said in an official statement.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Sunday had informed that pacer Andrew Tye flew back to Australia due to personal reasons.
In a tweet, RR said, “AJ Tye flew back to Australia earlier today due to personal reasons. We will continue to offer any support he may need.”
Tye is the fourth overseas player to be ruled out of the franchise IPL. Earlier, Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer were ruled out of the IPL due to injuries, while Liam Livingstone flew back home due to bubble fatigue.
With this, Rajasthan is now left with only four overseas players. Tye did not play in any game of the season for Rajasthan.
Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has announced that he is taking a break from the current season of IPL as he wants to support his family who is currently battling COVID-19.
“I would be taking a break from this year’s IPL from tomorrow. My family and extended family are putting up a fight against #COVID19 and I want to support them during these tough times. I expect to return to play if things go in the right direction. Thank you @DelhiCapitals,” tweeted Ashwin.
The Covid-19 pandemic has gripped India and the country has been reporting more than 3,00,000 new cases every day. This is the most number of cases being reported since the pandemic broke out in 2020.
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