The BCCI has shifted the IPL to UAE where 60 matches are scheduled starting from September 19, 2020 to November 10, 2020. Shastri added that during the time when people are going through some low phases, IPL will bring out enjoyment and a welcome of distraction from the current COVID-19 crisis for 51 days in these times.
The Indian Cricket teams head coach explained, “It’s been depressing, it’s been unforeseen, the world hasn’t seen anything like this since the Second World war, to just get some sports action, back on television, day in and day out will lift the spirits of a lot of people and it is much needed at this moment of time.”
He further added “So I think, it’s going to be one helluva party and I am so happy that it’s gone to the UAE because they put up such a good show last time around. They know now what to expect when we come with the IPL and the eight teams and I think it’s (IPL) going to be a runaway success – COVID or no COVID”.
“It is a great gesture by the Indian government to take cricket to the UAE and the UAE government in responding (to it). I remember, in 2014, when the IPL came there (to the UAE), his Excellency did not leave one stone unturned and ensured that it was a top-class IPL and the public responded brilliantly,” Shastri said.
