IPL 2021 that was going on under the clouds of COVID-19 has now been suspended after many players got infected by the virus. After the suspension of IPL, many fans and cricketers reacted to this decision in different ways. Some stated that the decision was right and other fans speculated that BCCI could have found other windows.
Well amidst all this BCCI’s stand remains the same. For BCCI safety of cricketers is the utmost priority and in no way BCCI wanted to compromise with the safety of players. All the franchises also welcomed BCCI’s decision and reacted accordingly.
- Let us have a look at how different franchises reacted to BCCI’s decision.
- Mumbai Indians
OFFICIAL UPDATE pic.twitter.com/6bW8YUYhON
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) May 4, 2021
2. Chennai Super Kings
Big thanks for all the #Yellove!
Stay home. Stay safe.Read More: https://t.co/jkleOo5ZUw#WhistlePodu 🦁 pic.twitter.com/L91isH6VBr
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 4, 2021
3. Royal Challengers Bangalore
Official Statement from RCB Management regarding postponement of #IPL2021. #PlayBold #WeAreChallengers pic.twitter.com/ofKqB0wBjS
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) May 4, 2021
4. Kolkata Knight Riders
🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT: #IPL2021 postponed with immediate effect. Details inside:https://t.co/ey1Ds937Ob
— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) May 4, 2021
5. Punjab Kings
We urge everyone to please stay home and stay safe! 🙏 pic.twitter.com/Zn4o78sCft
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) May 4, 2021
6. Delhi Capitals
🚨 OFFICIAL UPDATE 🚨#IPL2021 has been postponed keeping in mind the safety of all the stakeholders. pic.twitter.com/lfbaI3TobJ
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) May 4, 2021
7. Rajasthan Royals
Stay safe, everyone. 😷
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) May 4, 2021
8. Sunrisers Hyderabad
— SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) May 4, 2021
It is to be noted that all the franchises supported the BCCI’s decision of IPL suspension. They also ensured the players that they will work closely with BCCI and do everything to help overseas players reach their home safe and sound.
