The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering starting the Indian Premier League (IPL) slightly earlier from the upcoming season due to intense heat and pre-monsoon rains. According to BCCI secretary Devjit Sakia, a proposed window from March 10 to May 15 has been suggested for the next edition. This adjustment aims to avoid the challenging weather conditions for players and spectators that are expected after mid-May.
Kathmandu, June 18 – The BCCI has indicated ongoing discussions about beginning the IPL earlier than the usual schedule from the next season. Secretary Devjit Sakia highlighted that players and audiences have faced extreme heat, and that pre-monsoon showers in the second half of May could adversely affect matches, prompting consideration to start the tournament sooner.
Speaking with PTI, Sakia recalled that this year’s IPL ran from March 28 to May 31. He noted that conditions after May 15 could be difficult due to the anticipated onset of pre-monsoon rains. “There is concern about pre-monsoon starting after May 15 with the possibility of rains. Furthermore, extreme heat is unfavorable for both players and spectators,” he explained.
He added that discussions between the BCCI and the IPL Governing Council are underway regarding commencing the tournament before the last week of March. Sakia suggested that the timeframe from March 10 to May 15 is being viewed as a potential window. Should this proposal be implemented, the IPL could begin roughly two weeks earlier than its current schedule starting next season.
