Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar believes that the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will infuse positive energy into the lives of millions of people who are going through COVID-19 and who are stuck among the virus.

In the past, IPL2020 was planned to be conducted in the month of March but it had to postponed following the outbreak of the novel coronavirus. However, the league is now being played in the UAE with its first match being of defending champions Mumbai Indians against Chennai Super Kings on Saturday.

“It’s an absolute delight to welcome back Indian cricket with Dream11 IPL and I hope this tournament can infuse positive energy into the lives of millions of people.” Said Gavaskar.

He further added, “The Indian Premier League has been the perfect platform to unearth talent and I hope this year too, we get to see that. The teams are stacked up really well and all eyes will be on the opening game between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings.”

Former Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni will be a thing of attraction throughout the IPL. Dhoni’s last competitive game was in the year 2019 during the 2019 ICC World Cup where the Indian team had reached the semifinals. Moreover, on August 15 Dhoni announced his retirement from international cricket, thus bringing an end to his stellar career which lasted for more than 15 years.

“We will be watching MS Dhoni play after a year, and am sure everyone is waiting to see him back in action.” Said Gavaskar.