MUMBAI, India (AP) — The Punjab Kings-Mumbai Indians game in the Indian Premier League on Sunday was shifted from Dharamsala to Ahmedabad because of the India-Pakistan tensions.
The IPL cited logistical challenges on Thursday.
Airports in Dharamsala and Chandigarh — where Punjab Kings are based — have been closed for civilian and commercial purposes since Wednesday. Airports across India's north-western corridor have been similarly closed off owing to the cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan.
With the airports shut down, there was no way for Mumbai Indians to reach Chandigarh or Dharamsala. There was another logistical challenge awaiting the Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals squads, as well as broadcast crews, to travel from Dharamsala to their next respective venues.