The perfect start to the PKL 2022 season 8 is halted as COVID-19 penetrated the PKL bio-bubble and put a brake on the flow of matches, know the new schedule of the matches
2021-22 Pro Kabaddi League Season returned after a two-year absence due to COVID-19 on 22nd December 2021. However, the official announcement from Mashal Sports on Monday night created headache for PKL fans.
Explained Why Are Matches Being Postponed In Pro Kabaddi League Season 8 2021-22
PKL organizers Mashal Sports announced the unfortunate news that two out of twelve teams are affected with covid. The organizers haven’t revealed impacted teams’ names or the number of players. However, they have assured that all the positive tested players are isolated as per safety protocols.
For a match to go ahead, teams need to field a minimum of 12 players, but few teams won’t fulfill the criteria. After reviewing the conditions, organizers decided to reschedule a few matches. Some matches initially scheduled to be played between 25th and 30th January are rescheduled. The organizers will keep a keen eye on the situation to prevent any other cases of COVID-19.
PKL 2022 New Schedule And Match Schedule, Date, Time 25th-30th January
| Date | Time | Match |
| 25th January | 19:30 IST | Haryana Steelers vs. Telugu Titans |
| 26th January | 19:30 IST | U Mumba vs. Bengaluru Bulls |
| 27th January | 19:30 IST | UP Yoddha vs Puneri Paltan |
| 28th January | 19:30 IST | Patna Pirates vs. Tamil Thalaivas |
| 29th January | 19:30 IST | Dabang Delhi vs. Gujarat Giants |
| 20:30 IST | Telugu Titans vs. Bengal Warriors | |
| 30th January | 19:30 IST | Jaipur Pink Panthers vs. Patna Pirates |
| 20:30 IST | Bengaluru Bulls vs. Tamil Thalaivas |
PKL 2022 COVID Cases And Teams: Fears of Postponement
The organizers have taken utmost care to place the players inside bio-bubble and avoid COVID-19 contact. After the COVID-19 outbreak, the organizers discussed the scenario with all PKL teams. The participants concluded to reschedule few matches of 25th-30th January. The organizers assured that they consider players’ health a top priority. The rescheduled matches will occur only after impacted teams test negative and the danger is clear.
PKL 2021-22 seasons earlier underwent massive changes after changing the traveling format and hosting events in a single location. The location was previously declared as the Kanteerava Indoor Stadium in Bangalore. However, it got relocated to the Sheraton Grand Hotel and Convention Center in Whitefield, Bangalore.
When And Where To Watch PKL 2021: Live Streaming And Telecast
Despite a few matches being rescheduled, a total of 8 games will be played from 25th-30th January, so Kabaddi fans can sit back and enjoy PKL. Fans worldwide can enjoy all matches of PKL live on Disney Hotstar and Star Sports.
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