The Indian Premier League (IPL) which should have begun on March 29, was postponed indefinitely after the country went under complete lockdown to contain the spread of coronavirus

However, when talks about the postponement of the T20 World Cup to 2022 came into light, it opened the window for the IPL to be held during the October-November period.

Talking about the same, India cricket legends Anil Kumble and VVS Laxman said they are positive that the IPL can be held this year.

Kumble, who is a member of the ICC Technical Committee and also the head coach of IPL franchise Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) said that the T20 league is possible even if it goes ahead without fans and at limited venues.

“Yes, we are hopeful and optimistic that there’s still a possibility if we can cram in the schedule. If we are going to have a stadium without spectators, then probably have 3 or 4 venues; there’s still a possibility, we are all optimistic,” Kumble said on Star Sports’ Cricket Connected.

Laxman echoed Kumble’s views and added that one venue which has multiple grounds should be identified to reduce travelling and minimise the infection.

“Absolutely, and also make sure that all the stakeholders have a say. Anil (Kumble) mentioned that you can have two or four venues, I still feel that you should identify one venue, which probably has 3 or 4 grounds; if at all you find that kind of a venue because travel is again going to be quite challenging,” he said.

“You don’t know who’s going to be where at the airports so that I’m sure the franchises and the BCCI will be looking into,” he added.