In India, the scenario has gone from bad to worse in the last four months or so. The coronavirus pandemic has made sure that lockdown and panic buying have literally engulfed the country. Having racked up over a million cases, it’s third in the list after the United States of America (USA) and Brazil, regarding COVID-19 cases.

Sports in India, including cricket, have been affected as well. The Indian Premier League had to be postponed for an indefinite time period. The BCCI is looking for an apt window to host the event.

But there’s also doubts over the event, taking place in India. There have been talks of shifting the tournament to either Sri Lanka or the UAE. But if the IPL takes place in India, the options are wide open, but there has to certain protocols that need to be followed.

Here are three states that can host IPL 2020 if it’s played in India: &#8211;

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-366152" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Wankhede-Stadium.jpg" alt="Wankhede Stadium" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-366152" class="wp-caption-text">Wankhede Stadium. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

Maharashtra is in the shambles as far as the ungodly virus is concerned. The numbers have increased at a haemorrhaging rate and it hasn’t any signs of slowing down whatsoever. Over 11,000 people have lost their lives with over 2,84,000 affected cases in the state.

However, bearing in mind the double-headers in the event, the state presents some breathing space for all the eight franchises. In Mumbai, the Wankhede Stadium has hosted plethora of games. Even the Brabourne Stadium has been a witness to a number of matches over the years.

Back in 2018, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ms-dhoni-sports-a-new-look-in-a-viral-video-posted-by-csk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chennai Super Kings (CSK)</a> had the MCA Stadium in Pune as their home ground. It was after the Cauvery issue broke out in Chennai. It’s highly unlikely for Maharashtra to host the IPL and security measures need to be in place.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-147050" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/M-Chinnaswamy-Stadium.jpg" alt="Bengaluru: Rains interrupt IPL 2017 second qualifier match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad at M Chinnaswamy Stadium KSCA" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-147050" class="wp-caption-text">(Photo: Dhananjay TK/IANS)</figcaption>

Compared to Maharashtra, Karnataka is in a much better state as far as the coronavirus cases are concerned. It’s sixth in the list of most affected states in India, having garnered over 51,000 positive cases with the death toll well over 1,000. The state was doing a reasonable job until recently when the cases have seen quite a decent spike.

As far as the IPL is concerned, Karnataka can play hosts. The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore has been hosting IPL games since the 2008 edition.

Despite home team Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) poor show, the crowds have swarmed the stadiums. There’s also a KSCA Stadium in Alur, which has hosted domestic matches. Hence, if precautionary measures are taken, then Karnataka can well go on to host the cash-rich event.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-400060" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Motera-Stadium-in-Ahmedabad.jpg" alt="Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-400060" class="wp-caption-text">Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

Among the three names in the list, Ahmedabad is the least affected in terms of COVID-19 cases. Gujarat has over 45,000 cases with the death toll over the 2,000 mark. Around six days ago, Gujarat recorded the biggest single day spike of 879 cases.

Hence, it can be comprehended that hosting the IPL there is filled with risk there. However, the cricket stadium there delivers some promise. The Motera Stadium the largest cricket stadium in the world, surpassing even the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

The venue has a capacity of 1,00,000 people and is also known as the Sardar Vallabhbahi Patel Stadium. There are other exclusive facilities inside the stadiums as well. In Vadodara, Gujarat State Fertilizer Corporation Ground, which has hosted domestic tournaments, is also there.

In India, the scenario has gone from bad to worse in the last four months or so. The coronavirus pandemic has made sure that lockdown and panic buying have literally engulfed the country. Having racked up over a million cases, it’s third in the list after the United States of America (USA) and Brazil, regarding COVID-19 cases.
Sports in India, including cricket, have been affected as well. The Indian Premier League had to be postponed for an indefinite time period. The BCCI is looking for an apt window to host the event.
But there’s also doubts over the event, taking place in India. There have been talks of shifting the tournament to either Sri Lanka or the UAE. But if the IPL takes place in India, the options are wide open, but there has to certain protocols that need to be followed.
<h3>Here are three states that can host IPL 2020 if it’s played in India: &#8211; </h3>
<h3>1. Maharashtra</h3>
<figure id="attachment_366152" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-366152" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-366152" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Wankhede-Stadium.jpg" alt="Wankhede Stadium" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-366152" class="wp-caption-text">Wankhede Stadium. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
Maharashtra is in the shambles as far as the ungodly virus is concerned. The numbers have increased at a haemorrhaging rate and it hasn’t any signs of slowing down whatsoever. Over 11,000 people have lost their lives with over 2,84,000 affected cases in the state.
However, bearing in mind the double-headers in the event, the state presents some breathing space for all the eight franchises. In Mumbai, the Wankhede Stadium has hosted plethora of games. Even the Brabourne Stadium has been a witness to a number of matches over the years.
Back in 2018, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ms-dhoni-sports-a-new-look-in-a-viral-video-posted-by-csk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chennai Super Kings (CSK)</a> had the MCA Stadium in Pune as their home ground. It was after the Cauvery issue broke out in Chennai. It’s highly unlikely for Maharashtra to host the IPL and security measures need to be in place.

<h3>2. Karnataka</h3>
<figure id="attachment_147050" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-147050" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-147050" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/M-Chinnaswamy-Stadium.jpg" alt="Bengaluru: Rains interrupt IPL 2017 second qualifier match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad at M Chinnaswamy Stadium KSCA" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-147050" class="wp-caption-text">(Photo: Dhananjay TK/IANS)</figcaption></figure>
Compared to Maharashtra, Karnataka is in a much better state as far as the coronavirus cases are concerned. It’s sixth in the list of most affected states in India, having garnered over 51,000 positive cases with the death toll well over 1,000. The state was doing a reasonable job until recently when the cases have seen quite a decent spike.
As far as the IPL is concerned, Karnataka can play hosts. The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore has been hosting IPL games since the 2008 edition.
Despite home team Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) poor show, the crowds have swarmed the stadiums. There’s also a KSCA Stadium in Alur, which has hosted domestic matches. Hence, if precautionary measures are taken, then Karnataka can well go on to host the cash-rich event.

<h3>3. Gujarat (Ahmedabad)</h3>
<figure id="attachment_400060" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-400060" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-400060" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Motera-Stadium-in-Ahmedabad.jpg" alt="Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-400060" class="wp-caption-text">Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
Among the three names in the list, Ahmedabad is the least affected in terms of COVID-19 cases. Gujarat has over 45,000 cases with the death toll over the 2,000 mark. Around six days ago, Gujarat recorded the biggest single day spike of 879 cases.
Hence, it can be comprehended that hosting the IPL there is filled with risk there. However, the cricket stadium there delivers some promise. The Motera Stadium the largest cricket stadium in the world, surpassing even the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
The venue has a capacity of 1,00,000 people and is also known as the Sardar Vallabhbahi Patel Stadium. There are other exclusive facilities inside the stadiums as well. In Vadodara, Gujarat State Fertilizer Corporation Ground, which has hosted domestic tournaments, is also there.

In India, the scenario has gone from bad to worse in the last four months or so. The coronavirus pandemic has made sure that lockdown and panic buying have literally engulfed the country. Having racked up over a million cases, it’s third in the list after the United States of America (USA) and Brazil, regarding COVID-19 cases.
Sports in India, including cricket, have been affected as well. The Indian Premier League had to be postponed for an indefinite time period. The BCCI is looking for an apt window to host the event.
But there’s also doubts over the event, taking place in India. There have been talks of shifting the tournament to either Sri Lanka or the UAE. But if the IPL takes place in India, the options are wide open, but there has to certain protocols that need to be followed.
<h3>Here are three states that can host IPL 2020 if it’s played in India: &#8211; </h3>
<h3>1. Maharashtra</h3>
<figure id="attachment_366152" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-366152" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-366152" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Wankhede-Stadium.jpg" alt="Wankhede Stadium" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-366152" class="wp-caption-text">Wankhede Stadium. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
Maharashtra is in the shambles as far as the ungodly virus is concerned. The numbers have increased at a haemorrhaging rate and it hasn’t any signs of slowing down whatsoever. Over 11,000 people have lost their lives with over 2,84,000 affected cases in the state.
However, bearing in mind the double-headers in the event, the state presents some breathing space for all the eight franchises. In Mumbai, the Wankhede Stadium has hosted plethora of games. Even the Brabourne Stadium has been a witness to a number of matches over the years.
Back in 2018, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ms-dhoni-sports-a-new-look-in-a-viral-video-posted-by-csk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chennai Super Kings (CSK)</a> had the MCA Stadium in Pune as their home ground. It was after the Cauvery issue broke out in Chennai. It’s highly unlikely for Maharashtra to host the IPL and security measures need to be in place.

<h3>2. Karnataka</h3>
<figure id="attachment_147050" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-147050" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-147050" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/M-Chinnaswamy-Stadium.jpg" alt="Bengaluru: Rains interrupt IPL 2017 second qualifier match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad at M Chinnaswamy Stadium KSCA" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-147050" class="wp-caption-text">(Photo: Dhananjay TK/IANS)</figcaption></figure>
Compared to Maharashtra, Karnataka is in a much better state as far as the coronavirus cases are concerned. It’s sixth in the list of most affected states in India, having garnered over 51,000 positive cases with the death toll well over 1,000. The state was doing a reasonable job until recently when the cases have seen quite a decent spike.
As far as the IPL is concerned, Karnataka can play hosts. The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore has been hosting IPL games since the 2008 edition.
Despite home team Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) poor show, the crowds have swarmed the stadiums. There’s also a KSCA Stadium in Alur, which has hosted domestic matches. Hence, if precautionary measures are taken, then Karnataka can well go on to host the cash-rich event.

<h3>3. Gujarat (Ahmedabad)</h3>
<figure id="attachment_400060" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-400060" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-400060" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/Motera-Stadium-in-Ahmedabad.jpg" alt="Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-400060" class="wp-caption-text">Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
Among the three names in the list, Ahmedabad is the least affected in terms of COVID-19 cases. Gujarat has over 45,000 cases with the death toll over the 2,000 mark. Around six days ago, Gujarat recorded the biggest single day spike of 879 cases.
Hence, it can be comprehended that hosting the IPL there is filled with risk there. However, the cricket stadium there delivers some promise. The Motera Stadium the largest cricket stadium in the world, surpassing even the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
The venue has a capacity of 1,00,000 people and is also known as the Sardar Vallabhbahi Patel Stadium. There are other exclusive facilities inside the stadiums as well. In Vadodara, Gujarat State Fertilizer Corporation Ground, which has hosted domestic tournaments, is also there.

Though it's highly unlikely for the tournament to take place in India, there is still a glimmer of hope.

3 States that can host IPL 2020 if it is hosted in India

In India, the scenario has gone from bad to worse in the last four months or so. The coronavirus pandemic has made sure that lockdown and panic buying