IPL 2020: India bowler, CSK staff members test Covid-19 positive

The development has forced CSK to extend the quarantine period for the touring party till September 1

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Chennai Super King’s skipper M S Dhoni (right) undergoes thermal screening at Chennai airport on Friday before leaving for the UAE to participate in the IPL

Press Trust of India New Delhi

1 min read Last Updated : Aug 29 2020 | 1:43 AM IST

A current India limited-overs cricketer is among multiple members of the Chennai Super Kings contingent who have tested positive for Covid-19, forcing the franchise to extend its quarantine period in Dubai ahead of the IPL.

An league source revealed that all Covid-19 positive results came during day 1, 3 and 6 of testing after the contingent's landing in Dubai. The IPL is due to begin on September 19.

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"Yes, a right-arm medium fast bowler, who has recently played for India, along with a few staff members have tested positive for Covid-19," a senior IPL source told

Topics : Coronavirus Bio-Bubble IPL 2020 Chennai Super Kings Coronavirus Tests Indian Premier League