Defending champions Mumbai Indians will meet Chennai Super Kings in Dubai on September 19 when the IPL resumes in the United Arab Emirates, the BCCI announced. The tournament was suspended in May after multiple Covid-19 cases were reported in its bio-bubble.
“The 14th season, which was postponed in May this year in the wake of the pandemic, will resume on 19th September in Dubai with a blockbuster clash between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians,” said the BCCI in a statement. A total number of 31 matches will be played in the duration of 27 days including seven doubles headers (five were held in India).
After the CSK-MI clash, the action will shift to Abu Dhabi where the Kolkata Knight Riders will square off against Royal Challengers Bangalore. Sharjah will host its first game on September 24 when Royal Challengers Bangalore take on CSK. In all, 13 matches will be held in Dubai, 10 in Sharjah and 8 in Abu Dhabi.
“There will be 7 double headers (5 matches already played in India total of 12 matches) with the first match starting at 3:30 pm IST. All evening matches will start at 7:30 pm IST,” added the statement.
The final league game will be played between RCB and Delhi Capitals on Oct 8. The first Qualifier will be played in Dubai on Oct 10, the Eliminator and Qualifier 2 will be played in Sharjah on Oct 11 and 13 respectively with Dubai hosting the final on October 15.
