With the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic leaving the sporting calendar shattered, many events and tournaments have been either cancelled or postponed. All eyes are on big cricket tournaments such as Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 and the ICC T20 World Cup, which are yet to be cancelled amid the coronavirus pandemic. <o:p></o:p>

While the fans are eagerly waiting for cricket action to resume, the chief executive of the T20 World Cup organizing committee has said that they are&nbsp;optimistic that the T20 World Cup, which is scheduled to be hosted by Australia in October, will go as planned. "We're wanting to give ourselves the best possible chance of going ahead as planned, so there's no imminent or quick decision," Nick Hockley, chief executive of the T20 World Cup organising committee, said.

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"Hopefully it's all resolved and we go ahead. In the event that it isn't completely resolved, we are looking at all the different scenarios. Which is only prudent. They are collective discussions involving the organising committee, the ICC, all the members. We will keep everyone updated if anything changes. But for now, we're just under seven months away ... we've got a bit of time," he added.<o:p></o:p>

Hockley further stated that in case there is an extended season, the conduction of T20 World Cup becomes more likely while adding Australia might not get the chance to host a World Cup in the next 10 or 20 years.

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"We really feel for the winter codes, obviously they're doing it very tough," Hockley said while adding, “in the event they have extended seasons ... we still think the World Cup is a really strong proposition that might not come here again for 10 or 20 years. We're very encouraged already by the take up in terms of ticket sales," he added.<o:p></o:p>

However, the Australian Football League (AFL) and National Rugby League (NRL) have already witnessed suspended leagues, which puts more question marks on the future of T20 World Cup. <o:p></o:p>

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With the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic leaving the sporting calendar shattered, many events and tournaments have been either cancelled or postponed. All eyes are on big cricket tournaments such as Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 and the ICC T20 World Cup, which are yet to be cancelled amid the coronavirus pandemic.

With the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic leaving the sporting calendar shattered, many events and tournaments have been either cancelled or postponed. All eyes are on big cricket tournaments such as Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 and the ICC T20 World Cup, which are yet to be cancelled amid the coronavirus pandemic. While the fans are eagerly waiting for cricket action to resume, the chief executive of the T20 World Cup organizing committee has said that they are optimistic that the T20 World Cup, which is scheduled to be hosted by Australia in October, will go as planned. "We're wanting to give ourselves the best possible chance of going ahead as planned, so there's no imminent or quick decision," Nick Hockley, chief executive of the T20 World Cup organising committee, said. ALSO READ: Spit, sweat and shaking on it: Three sports habits that could change after coronavirus "Hopefully it's all resolved and we go ahead. In the event that it isn't completely resolved, we are looking at all the different scenarios. Which is only prudent. They are collective discussions involving the organising committee, the ICC, all the members. We will keep everyone updated if anything changes. But for now, we're just under seven months away ... we've got a bit of time," he added. Hockley further stated that in case there is an extended season, the conduction of T20 World Cup becomes more likely while adding Australia might not get the chance to host a World Cup in the next 10 or 20 years. ALSO READ: 'In MS Dhoni vs Lasith Malinga...' - Scott Styris picks his favourite between best finisher and best death bowler in IPL "We really feel for the winter codes, obviously they're doing it very tough," Hockley said while adding, “in the event they have extended seasons ... we still think the World Cup is a really strong proposition that might not come here again for 10 or 20 years. We're very encouraged already by the take up in terms of ticket sales," he added. However, the Australian Football League (AFL) and National Rugby League (NRL) have already witnessed suspended leagues, which puts more question marks on the future of T20 World Cup.

ICC T20 World Cup organisers hopeful of successful tournament despite coronavirus pandemic

With the novel coronavirus taking the entire world under its dreaded wings, the sporting calendar has been left completely shattered with a number of high-profile tournaments and events getting cancelled or postponed due to COVID19 pandemic. While tournaments like IPL has been already suspended until April 15 and a final call is expected soon, dark clouds are hovering over major events like the Olympics and ICC T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

As the dreaded COVID-19 continues to spread like wildfire, the International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to conduct preliminary discussions on the fate of the ICC T20 World Cup on March 29, according to reports. An 18-member board of directors including heads of 12 Test playing nations are set to hold discussions surrounding T20 World Cup 2020 on March 29. &nbsp;

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The showpiece event is scheduled to kickstart in October 2020 and is set to be hosted by Australia. However, with major tournaments getting cancelled amid the coronavirus pandemic, all eyes have shifted towards the World Cup in the shortest format of the game.

Interestingly, there’s another T20 World Cup scheduled in 2021 which will be hosted by India, hence, it will be interesting to see who backs out and whether one of the events get affected to not.

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The previous edition of the ICC T20 World Cup was hosted by India in 2016 where West Indies defeated England in the humdinger of a final. Carlos Brathwaite had come out as the hero for the Windies after smashing four sixes off Ben Stokes in the final over to help the Men in Maroon lift the coveted trophy. 
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With the novel coronavirus taking the entire world under its dreaded wings, the sporting calendar has been left completely shattered with a number of high-profile tournaments and events getting cancelled or postponed due to COVID19 pandemic.

With the novel coronavirus taking the entire world under its dreaded wings, the sporting calendar has been left completely shattered with a number of high-profile tournaments and events getting cancelled or postponed due to COVID19 pandemic. While tournaments like IPL has been already suspended until April 15 and a final call is expected soon, dark clouds are hovering over major events like the Olympics and ICC T20 World Cup. As the dreaded COVID-19 continues to spread like wildfire, the International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to conduct preliminary discussions on the fate of the ICC T20 World Cup on March 29, according to reports. An 18-member board of directors including heads of 12 Test playing nations are set to hold discussions surrounding T20 World Cup 2020 on March 29. ALSO READ: BCCI cancels con-call with franchise owners as fate of IPL 2020 hangs by thin thread due to COVID-19 pandemic The showpiece event is scheduled to kickstart in October 2020 and is set to be hosted by Australia. However, with major tournaments getting cancelled amid the coronavirus pandemic, all eyes have shifted towards the World Cup in the shortest format of the game. Interestingly, there’s another T20 World Cup scheduled in 2021 which will be hosted by India, hence, it will be interesting to see who backs out and whether one of the events get affected to not. ALSO READ: Have the Summer Olympics ever been cancelled? A look back at history as dark clouds hover over 2020 Tokyo Games The previous edition of the ICC T20 World Cup was hosted by India in 2016 where West Indies defeated England in the humdinger of a final. Carlos Brathwaite had come out as the hero for the Windies after smashing four sixes off Ben Stokes in the final over to help the Men in Maroon lift the coveted trophy.

ICC set to have preliminary discussions on ICC T20 World Cup on March 29 as COVID-19 continues to impact global sports

Cricket Australia is looking forward to holding the ICC men's T20 World Cup as per the schedule despite coronavirus fears. Although they have admitted that the situation is still fluid.

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The world cup is set to begin on October later this year, the tournament will be played across seven venues in Australia. Team Australia will play the tournament despite their rest of the season got cancelled due to the global pandemic. India and Afghanistan are due to visit Australia for the Test series which is yet to be called off.

Cricket Australia chairman Kevin Roberts was hopeful that things will get back to normal in few weeks, he said: "We're really hoping that all forms of sport can be played again in a few weeks' or a few months' time."

"None of us are experts in this situation obviously, so our hope is that we're back in very much normal circumstances come October and November when the men's T20 World Cup is to be played.

"And at this stage we're planning on November 15, to have a full house at the MCG (for the final) to inspire the world through men's cricket as the women's cricketers did here just last week," he added.

Australia has more than 500 cases of coronavirus and there is an acceleration in the infection. Six deaths were reported in the country due to the novel virus.&nbsp;

Earlier this year, Australia's women's team lifted their fifth T20 world cup after an emphatic victory over the 'Women in Blue'.

Cricket Australia is looking forward to holding the ICC men's T20 World Cup as per the schedule despite coronavirus fears. Although they have admitted that the situation is still fluid.

Cricket Australia is looking forward to holding the ICC men's T20 World Cup as per the schedule despite coronavirus fears. Although they have admitted that the situation is still fluid. Also read: 'My focus is on...' - AB de Villiers breaks his silence on South Africa comeback The world cup is set to begin on October later this year, the tournament will be played across seven venues in Australia. Team Australia will play the tournament despite their rest of the season got cancelled due to the global pandemic. India and Afghanistan are due to visit Australia for the Test series which is yet to be called off. Cricket Australia chairman Kevin Roberts was hopeful that things will get back to normal in few weeks, he said: "We're really hoping that all forms of sport can be played again in a few weeks' or a few months' time." "None of us are experts in this situation obviously, so our hope is that we're back in very much normal circumstances come October and November when the men's T20 World Cup is to be played. "And at this stage we're planning on November 15, to have a full house at the MCG (for the final) to inspire the world through men's cricket as the women's cricketers did here just last week," he added. Australia has more than 500 cases of coronavirus and there is an acceleration in the infection. Six deaths were reported in the country due to the novel virus. Earlier this year, Australia's women's team lifted their fifth T20 world cup after an emphatic victory over the 'Women in Blue'.

Cricket Australia looking forward to hold this year's ICC T20 World Cup as per schedule

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ICC T20 World Cup organisers hopeful of successful tournament despite coronavirus pandemic

ICC set to have preliminary discussions on ICC T20 World Cup on March 29 as COVID-19 continues to impact global sports

Cricket Australia looking forward to hold this year's ICC T20 World Cup as per schedule