IPL 2021, KKR vs RCB: Today's clash between KKR and RCV postponed after two KKR members test positiv
The Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, scheduled to be played today (Monday, May 3) has been postponed. The decision was taken after two KKR team members tested positive for COVID-19.
IPL sent out a press release confirming the same, saying, "IPL reschedules KKR-RCB match slated for May 3, 2021 after 2 KKR players test positive.
Varun Chakaravarthy and
Sandeep Warrier were found to be positive in the third round of testing in the last four days. All other team members have tested negative for COVID -19".
"Both the players have isolated themselves from the rest of the squad. The Medical Team is in continuous touch with the duo and are monitoring their health. Meanwhile, the Kolkata Knight Riders have now moved towards a daily testing routine to identify any other possible cases and treat them at the earliest," the release said.
The Medical Team is also determining the close and casual contacts of the two positive cases during the 48 hours prior to collection of the sample that returned the positive test results. The BCCI and the Kolkata Knight Riders prioritise the health and safety of everyone involved and all measures are being taken in that endeavour," the release further said.
The date for the postponed match hasn't been decided yet.
