NEW DELHI: The Covid-19 has hit the IPL for the first time in the 16th edition of the cash-rich league after former India opener Aakash Chopra tested positive for the virus.
The 45-year old Chopra is doing commentary in the ongoing tournament and is part of digital broadcasters' commentary panel for IPL 2023.
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"Caught and Bowled Covid. Yups...the C Virus has struck again. Really mild symptoms ... all under control," Chopra tweeted on Tuesday to give an update about his health.
"Will be away from the commentary duties for a few days, hoping to come back stronger #TataIPL," Chopra added.
The league has returned to its traditional home and away format this season after a three-year gap.
India logged 3,038 new coronavirus cases, while the active cases increased to 21,179, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Tuesday.
