IPL 2020: BCCI, franchises adopt wait & watch policy

XtraTime Web Desk: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday met the Indian Premier League franchises owners at the Board headquarters here in Mumbai to discuss the Novel Corona Virus (COVID-19) outbreak and its impact on the upcoming season.

After the meeting in a mail, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah stated,”The BCCI along with all the IPL franchises have reiterated BCCI’s stand of putting safety and well-being of fans, athletes and employees as a priority. The board will continue to monitor and work closely with Government of India, state governments and other state regulatory bodies to decide on the future course of action in the best interest of public health.”

“The BCCI and all its stakeholders are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for everyone involved in our great sport and the nation.” The mail stated.