Andrew Tye, Kane Richardson and Adam Zampa have already pulled their names out of the tournament.
David Warner. (Photo source: IPL / BCCI)
The second wave of the coronavirus has caused a medical emergency in India. There was a sudden spike in the Covid-19 list, with India reporting more than three lakh cases a day. The difficult situation in the country has also had an impact on the current 14th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) How to find out that overseas players are nervous about staying in the country.
As a witness to the COVID-19 situation in India, Australia has banned direct flights from India until May 15. This is a major concern for Australian players as the ban will be extended and they will not be able to return home after the completion of the 2021 IPL. In addition to the misery, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison made it clear on Tuesday (April 27) that Australian cricketers participating in IPL will not receive any special treatment.
Scott reckoned the players would have traveled to India on their own and will have to make their own arrangements to return home. The Prime Minister added that the players do not have a national duty for the government to take care of their travel.
As reported by The Guardian, Morrison said, “You traveled there privately. This was not part of an Australian tour. They are among their own resources and they will use those resources too, I’m sure to see them return to Australia on their own arrangements. “
Our thoughts are with the people of India at this difficult time: Cricket Australia
It is noteworthy that over the weekend three Australian players like Andrew Tye, Kane Richardson and Adam Zampa pulled their names out of the tournament and returned home when the coronavirus cases surfaced in India. However, there are still 14 Australian players present in India.
Meanwhile, Cricket Australia also commented on the issue that they are in constant contact with all the players, support staff and coaches participating in IPL 2021. CA said in a statement: “Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers’ Association remain in regular contact. Australian players, coaches and commentators participate in the Indian Premier League, which is run under strict biosecurity protocols. “
It concluded: “We will continue to listen to feedback from the local people in India and the advice of the Australian government. Our thoughts are with the people of India at this difficult time. “
