MUM IND FC

September 6th, 2020

BCCI announces schedule for Dream11 IPL 2020

The IPL Governing Council on Sunday announced the schedule for Dream11 Indian Premier League 2020 to be held in UAE. The season will kickstart on 19th September in Abu Dhabi with a blockbuster clash between defending champions Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings.

After the tournament opener on Saturday, Dubai will host its first game on Sunday when Delhi Capitals take on Kings XI Punjab followed by the third match on Monday between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore.

The IPL action will shift to Sharjah on Tuesday, 22nd September where Rajasthan Royals will host Chennai Super Kings.

There will be 10 double headers with the first match starting at 3:30PM IST and 2:00PM UAE time. All evening matches will start at 7:30PM IST and 6:00PM UAE time. In all, 24 matches will be held in Dubai, 20 in Abu Dhabi and 12 in Sharjah.

Venues for the playoffs and the Dream11 IPL 2020 final will be announced later.

Mumbai Indians

James Pattinson to replace Lasith Malinga

The Mumbai Indians have announced that Lasith Malinga will not take part in the Dream 11 IPL this season and will be replaced by James Pattinson. Malinga, who has featured in 122 matches for MI has 170 wickets, the most by any bowler in the history of the tournament.