Deepak Chahar returned to training with the rest of the Chennai Super Kings squad after returning two negative COVID-19 tests. The bowler was one of the two Chennai players along with several staff members, who had been tested positive for coronavirus. The pacer is expected to take part in the opening IPL 2020 game against Mumbai Indians.
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IPL 2020 Top Stories, September 9: Look Back at Major Headlines of the Day
The official schedule for Indian Premier League 2020 was revealed last week while the organisers also released the new title anthem ‘Aayenge Hum Wapas’. So with less than two weeks left for the start of India’s premier T20 competition, we take a look at all the latest news and update regarding IPL 2020.
09 Sep, 22:41 (IST)
Suresh Raina was one of the players who pulled out of the latest edition of the Indian Premier League. The CSK star cited personal reasons for his departure but has kept a door open for his return. As IPL 2020 nears close, the cricketer's fan started trending #ComeBackMrIPL to persuade the cricketer to participate in the new season. Click here to see reactions from the fans.
09 Sep, 21:28 (IST)
Australian batsman Chris Lynn has joined Mumbai Indians squad ahead of the new Indian Premier League season. The former KKR star recently played in the CPL 2020 but has now landed in Abu Dhabi. And before the tournament begins, the explosive batsman has a message for all MI fans.
09 Sep, 18:00 (IST)
Delhi Capitals skipper Shreyas Iyer showcased his football skills during a recent training session. The cricketer struck a football towards an empty goal, hitting the ice cooler shut which was kept behind the goal post.
09 Sep, 17:38 (IST)
Since its inception, a huge gala filled with celebrities has always marked the start of the Indian Premier League. However, last year the opening ceremony didn't take place as located funds were donated to the families of CRPF personnel. Similarly, the ceremony won't be happening this year as well and here's why.
09 Sep, 16:40 (IST)
Ahead of IPL 2020, Delhi Capitals have begun their preparations on the training grounds. Ravi Ashwin, who was signed from KXIP, looked brilliant during a recent practise session as he troubled DC batsmen with his spin bowling. Anrich Nortje also looked sharp in the recent training session.
09 Sep, 16:16 (IST)
Rohit Sharma has slammed a towering six in the nets and as usual, was quite an ace in firing a warning to the opponents. Now the interesting part was that the ball hit the moving bus. Mumbai Indians shared the video on their social media accounts. Check it out below:
09 Sep, 14:20 (IST)
So, a few days ago, Rajasthan Royals had trolled Royal Challengers Bangalore for using a wrong logo while announcing fixtures. Now, the Jaipur-based franchise got the taste of their own medicine. Read More!
09 Sep, 12:11 (IST)
Rohit Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav and Abhishek Yadav meet up each other as they adapt to new normal. The three keep social distancing norms in mind and Kolkata Knight Riders shared the video of the same. Read More!
09 Sep, 09:14 (IST)
Rohit Sharma, the skipper of Mumbai Indians was seen guiding young bowler Digvijay Deshmukh in the nets. He had a piece of advice for this youngster and here's what happened next.
IPL 2020 is all set to start from September 19 onwards with a match between defending champions Mumbai Indians and last year’s beaten finalists Chennai Super Kings. The official schedule for Indian Premier League 2020 was revealed last week while the organisers also released the new title anthem ‘Aayenge Hum Wapas’. So with less than two weeks left for the start of India’s premier T20 competition, we take a look at all the latest news and update regarding IPL 2020. IPL 2020 Schedule Time Table for PDF Download Online: Full Match Fixtures With Date, Timings in IST and Venue Details of Indian Premier League 13 in UAE.
Before the tournament’s start, Chennai Super Kings had a coronavirus scare as several players and staff members were tested positive for the virus but after spending time in quarantine and returning negative COVID-19 tests, returned to team training in UAE. However, the three-time champions will be without Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh but still haven’t named the replacements for those players. List of Players Who Won't Take Part This Season and Their Replacements.
All matches of the latest edition will be played at the Stadiums in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah behind closed doors as no fans will be allowed inside the ground due to the mandatory social distancing protocols amid the current circumstances. The 51-day tournament will be played in its entirety in UAE.
This will be the third overall time that the cash-rich league will be played outside Indian and the second time in the United Arab Emirates. During the 2014 edition, each franchise played their opening round of fixtures in the gulf country before returning back to India to complete the rest of the tournament.
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