CA Backs Players’ Right to Skip IPL, Sparks Tension with BCCI

Swift Summary:

• The BCCI suspended the ongoing 18th edition of IPL for a week due to escalated Indo-Pak tensions.
• BCCI plans to consult the Indian government and league stakeholders before deciding on resumption.
• BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia stated they aim to devise a plan within 48 hours for smooth execution of remaining matches.
• Australia’s Mitchell Starc, among othre Australian players, returned home and is unlikely to rejoin IPL if it resumes. Cricket Australia supports players’ decisions and maintains this won’t affect future selection or relations with BCCI.
• The original World Test Championship Final schedule remains unchanged despite IPL postponement.
• Rescheduling options include a compressed timeline (12-14 days) with potential double headers; no official confirmation yet regarding changes in final dates.

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