The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season was postponed by BCCI on Tuesday (May 4) after COVID-19 breached four franchise bio-bubbles. Rajasthan Royals (RR) youngster Riyan Parag posted a tweet after the news which grabbed Twitterati's attention.
"Khatam, tata, bye-bye #IPL2021 #iplcancel," tweeted Parag, which is a famous line from the meme of politician Rahul Gandhi. Twitterati reacted to the RR all-rounder's post with memes after the news.
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Fans feel it would be difficult for them to distract themselves without IPL in this tough time. But the unfortunate bio-bubble breach has left BCCI with no option other than looking for the safety of the players.
Two Kolkata Knight Riders players, Sandeep Warrier and Varun Chakaravarthy tested positive. Soon after, three Chennai Super Kings franchise members also tested positive, including L. Balaji and Mike Hussey. Even Delhi Capitals spinner Amit Mishra and Sunrisers Hyderabad wicket-keeper Wridhhiman Saha tested positive for COVID-19.
With 31 games in the 60-match tournament still remaining to be played, the BCCI has suffered around Rs 2,000 crore loss which will also affect the IPL franchises.
Here are the reactions of the fans:
