Champions League postponed

Nov 27 2008

The inaugural Champions League Twenty20 has been postponed following the terrorist attacks in Mumbai.

The decision was taken by the tournament's Governing Council after they held discussions with the Board of Control for Cricket in India, Cricket Australia and Cricket South Africa.

Lalit Modi, the chairman of the Champions League Twenty20, said: "We held consultations among all the stakeholders including the founding members, the participating teams and members of the Governing Council after the unfortunate terrorist attacks in Mumbai on Wednesday."

The statement continued: "It was agreed that in the best interests of all concerned, the inaugural edition of the Champions League 2020 should be postponed.

"We very strongly condemn this dastardly and heinous criminal act of a few which has resulted in the loss of precious lives and injury to hundreds.

"We offer our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and we are with them in their hour of grief."

Middlesex captain Shaun Udal believes the correct decision has been made.

Udal told Sky Sports News: "It's probably a sensible decision to postpone it for now. I don't see any point carrying on with the tournament in such circumstances."

Middlesex, the English Twenty20 champions, were due to fly to India on Thursday morning but announced Wednesday night they would not travel and await developments.

Udal added: "The atrocities are terrible and you feel for everyone involved. It was surreal watching the pictures."