With their country shut for all those flying from India, the suspended IPL's 40-strong Australian contingent, comprising players, support staff and commentators, will be flown to Maldives before getting a connecting flight for home.
Australia has sealed its borders to travellers from India until May 15 due to the devastating second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic that forced the postponement of the League
The organisers were forced to postpone the popular league on Tuesday after at least four Indian players tested positive for coronavirus.
With IPL 2021 getting suspended indefinitely, Buttler left a parting gift for his opening partner, giving him one of his bats with the message, "To Yash, enjoy your talent. Best Wishes."
The IPL was called off on Tuesday after several players and members of staff in teams returned positive Covid-19 results in Ahmedabad and New Delhi.
Cricket Australia reveals to local media that BCCI is planning to move Aus contingent out of India to either Maldives or Sri Lanka, where they will wait till it's possible to return to their nation, reports Fox Sports.
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Cummins said the previous edition held in UAE was incredibly 'well-run' and the organisers pushed it 'little step further' by organising it at home this year.
India is scheduled to host the T20 World Cup in November later this year.
Suresh Raina had been participating in the 14th edition of the IPL, which was suspended on Tuesday amid growing concerns over COVID-19 situation in India.
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