SLC Postpones Lanka Premier League
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) is reported to have postponed the Lanka Premier League (LPL), the T20 franchise owned by it. SLC reportedly made the decision owing to the nonavailability of overseas players. The tournament was originally scheduled to start on 29 July and finish on 22 August. As per the revised schedule, the LPL will begin on 19 November and end with the title clash on 12 December.
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SLC Statement to Media
In a statement to the media, SLC announced, “The Lanka Premier League 2021, which was expected to commence on the 29th July 2021, has been rescheduled to be held from 19th November to 12th December 2021.”
SLC added that the absence of overseas players was the reason for the postponement of the T20 league tournament: “The Governing Council of the Lanka Premier League is of the view that rescheduling the tournament will enable more players from leading cricket-playing nations to take part in the league.”
Top Overseas Players Busy with International Schedules
According to the LPL Governing Council, several top players are expected to be busy in various international series as well as in the Caribbean Premier League, making it difficult, if not impossible, to ensure their participation in the LPL. This year’s edition of the LPL is expected to feature several Indian players including former India players such as Sudeep Tyagi, Irfan Pathan and Yusuf Pathan, in addition to first-class cricketer Manvinder Bisla.