Cricket News: IPL 2020 to start on September 19 in UAE

The Indian Premier League (IPL) will be played in the UAE from 19 September, tournament organisers have confirmed. The 53 matches, including the final on 10 November, will be played across Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.A lingering issue put to rest on Sunday was Chinese sponsorship of the IPL.It became a bone of contention after violent clashes between the Indian and Chinese troops in eastern Ladakh in June. The Squad Strength of each team is 24 players with Any number of COVID-19 replacements . SOPs will be handed over to franchises in next 7 to 10 days. There will also be a Women's T20 Challenge, involving three teams, played during the IPL play-off week. The dates clash with the scheduled Women's Big Bash League, which starts in Australia on 16 October.