IPL News (23rd March 2009)

• IPL shifted out: In what is called a very big blow to Indian fans, IPL2 will be held outside India because of problems in scheduling matches because of elections. Now Indian fans will have to travel outside India to watch a tournament which is known to be purely domestic purely Indian. There is also an opinion that this may affect India's image as a safe sports venue.

• BCCI-Guv blame game: The blame game between the BCCI and government has started with Home minister P Chidambaram lashing out at BCCI for deciding to hold IPL2 outside India. BCCI has put the blame on government for the same. It is not only these two between whom there is such a tiff, even the politics on this issue has started with the ruling an opposition parties engaging in similar blame game.

• Home minister reiterates stand: Home minister Mr. P Chidambaram has reiterated his stand on security that India is any day a safe destination for sporting activities.

• Eng, SA possibles: England and South Africa are the possible next venue-head for the troubled tournament series. England seems to be a hot favorite as of now. Lalit Modi is yet to receive proposals from both the cricket boards.