Cricket Australia on Thursday laid off majority of its staff till June 30 as it battled a financial crisis triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic but remained hopeful of the T20 World Cup in October-November, followed by the India tour being held on schedule.
While there is speculation that the IPL, which has been postponed for the time being, might take the T20 World Cup’s slot, CA said the host country is ready to conduct the event even in empty stadiums if that’s what guidelines demand.
“CA remains optimistic the 2020-21 men’s and women’s home summer — scheduled to begin with the men’s T20 World Cup in October and November — will proceed, whether in empty stadia if social distancing restrictions remain in place or as relevant crowd guidelines allow,” it added.