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• 03/16/2024
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As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 approaches, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering relocating the tournament’s second leg to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to potential clashes with the general election schedule in India.

Election Commission’s Announcement Awaited

The BCCI has announced the schedule for the first 21 matches of IPL 2024. However, with the Election Commission of India set to announce the election schedule, the board awaits clarity on potential clashes. If required, the second leg of IPL 2024 could be moved to Dubai.

A source revealed that top BCCI officials are currently in Dubai to explore the feasibility of hosting the IPL’s second leg in the UAE. The decision will be made after the Election Commission announces it.

Some IPL franchises have proactively collected players’ passports as a precautionary measure, anticipating a potential shift of the tournament’s second leg to the UAE. This step aims to address any validity issues in case of last-minute changes.

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Commencement of IPL 2024

While there are speculations regarding the possibility of relocating IPL 2024’s second leg, BCCI sources have maintained that the league is scheduled to take place in India as planned.

The eagerly anticipated IPL 2024 will kick off on March 22, with defending champions Chennai Super Kings facing Royal Challengers Bangalore at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Before the commencement of IPL 2024, there were speculations regarding the tournament’s potential relocation due to the general elections, similar to previous instances. Despite uncertainties, the BCCI proceeded to announce the schedule for the tournament’s first leg.