Cricket-Foreign players seek way out of India after IPL suspension


  • Cricket
  • Tuesday, 04 May 2021

FILE PHOTO: - First One Day International - England v Australia - Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester - September 11, 2020 Australia's David Warner after losing his wicket from the bowling of England's Jofra Archer Jon Super/Pool via REUTERS

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The abrupt suspension of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday had several top international cricketers scrambling to return home but it is unlikely to be a smooth passage out of India for many of them.

The Indian cricket board (BCCI) has promised "secure and safe passage" for all participants but existing travel restrictions make it a complicated process for many, especially the 40-odd Australian contingent, including 14 players, in India.

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