IPL comes to South Africa
The Event
South Africa will stage the 2009 Indian Premier League after officials decided to move the Twenty20 tournament to a neutral venue because of security fears due to the elections taking place simultaneously in India. Ironically South Africa will be holding their own general elections during the tournament, and one hopes all goes smoothly.
England was the alternative choice for the highly-lucrative event, but IPL chairman Lalit Modi confirmed South Africa as hosts. Modi said after the meeting: “We are very happy to confirm that South Africa will host the 2009 DLF Indian Premier League tournament.
Gerald Majola, CSA said : “The South African public loves T2O cricket and CSA successfully hosted the inaugural ICC World T20. Both of these factors weighed heavily in South Africa’s favour, and we look forward to a successful and exciting tournament being held at venues throughout South Africa.”
“This event will strengthen the ties even further between South African and Indian cricket, as well as binding our nations even closer together.
“We are looking forward to hosting some of the world’s best cricketers, and we can assure them they will be provided with the very best facilities to show their skills.
The Teams
Hyderbad Deccan Chargers Owner: Deccan Chronicle |
Kolkata Knight Riders Owner: Red Chillies Entertainment |
Rajasthan Royals Owner: Emerging Media |
Chennai Super Kings Owner: India Cements |
Dehli Daredevils Owner: GMR Holdings |
Kings XI Punjab Owner: Ness Wadia |
Mumbai Indians Owner: Reliance Industries Ltd |
Royal Challengers Bangalore Owner: Vijay Mallya |
The Grounds
The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
St Georges Park, Port Elizabeth
De Beers Diamond Oval, Kimberly
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