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We had to ensure that the evacuation of spectators happened without pressing the panic button. We couldn't have allowed a stampede,
said the chairman, who was later seen on video spearheading the on-ground evacuation efforts by asking fans to exit the stadium
You need to understand that the match was very exciting in the manner Punjab was batting. The entire operation wouldn't have been possible without the help of the local police and district administration. They did a splendid job,
added the IPL chairmanWe had big challenge during COVID-19 when tournament was stopped midway. But yesterday's challenge was different as we had to stop a live game due to security protocol.”
Dhumal emphasised the challenge of abandoning a live match midway, illustrating the difference between that process and having to suspend the IPL in 2021 due to a breach COVID-19 bubble in the first leg of the tournamentWhether an act of war is covered or not and how the current circumstances will be read, it all depends on the fine print of the insurance contract,
said N Santosh, Managing Partner, D&P AdvisoryIn case the IPL resumes, the only loss will be the incremental logistics cost (travel and stay) which is something the BCCI and the franchises would not be sweating over,
he addedBecause of the tension between India and Pakistan, yesterday's match played between Punjab and Delhi was called off in the middle due to security reasons. But because there was a possibility that something like this could have happened, the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association, the Punjab Kings franchisee, and all the operations staff were already in touch with the administration. The administration was fully aware of this."
Sanjay Sharma, a member of the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) told ANI
The decision to postpone the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has been taken pursuant to advice received from the prime minister Mohammad Shahbaz Sharif,
said a PCB release
I wonder if it’s possible to finish the IPL in the UK… We have all the venues and the Indian players can then stay on for the Test series… Just a thought?”
he wrote
The UAE has a diverse South Asian population which enjoys cricket. Hosting a tournament like the PSL in the midst of such tense circumstances could vitiate harmony, pose security risks and stir unnecessary friction between communities,
a source told PTI
National attention and sentiments are rightly focused on the courageous efforts of the armed forces who are vociferously upholding the sovereignty of our beloved Pakistan,
it wroteLook, even if it resumes in a week, the players can come back. For the moment, their safety and mental comfort is the most important thing to us,
an official from the Delhi Capitals said, declining to be named as the situation was in fluxThe stadium was cleared within 20 minutes. Our first priority was the safety of everyone present. Both teams' players were immediately called back from the ground and shifted to their respective hotels under tight security."
Speaking about the evacuation process during the PBKS vs DC match on Thursday, Agnihotri said
On Friday morning, the entire contingents of both teams, including players, coaching staff, and broadcast personnel, were moved in around 40 to 50 small vehicles from Dharamsala to Hoshiarpur, located at the Punjab border,
the official said as quoted by PTIThe Emirates Cricket Board has enjoyed a strong relationship with BCCI in recent years having hosted the 'India' edition of the ICC T20 World Cup 2021, editions of the IPL as well as India matches during ICC Champions Trophy 2025,
the source further statedWe are certainly missing our hero Virat Kohli live in action, but at the same time we are proud to be Indians. For us, nation comes first and cricket is not above the country,
said Tabrez, a fanI have been a regular from Kolkata during IPL matches and it’s been an annual business trip not only for me but for many like me from the region,
said Banerjee, who also makes jerseys for fans during the football derby in Kolkata
I got the match ticket a month ago and till last night, I was excited about seeing Kohli live in action for the first time. But this afternoon, I came to know about the postponement of the match. It is disappointing, but for me the country is more important than the match,
added another fan, RashidI spent heavily on raw materials for the supply of eatables to fans during the match and now all these things will go waste, ... Ever since the postponement of the match, I am not allowed to enter the stadium where my things are lying unattended.”
said one Rajkumar, addingEven yesterday, I sold T-shirts and caps, mentioning RCB and Virat Kohli worth ₹13,000 and was expecting a sell-out today. But this sudden postponement hit my plans hard,
said one Sukant Banerjee, who came all the way from West BengalNo worries even if I lose a few thousand in my business. If our country is safe, I will make more money in future. I also stand by the Indian Army and government for action against Pakistan, which is spreading terrorism in India,
he added