Several members of the Chennai Super Kings contingent have tested positive for coronavirus, local media reported, dealing a blow to their preparations for the Indian Premier League starting in the United Arab Emirates next month.

“A right-arm medium fast bowler, who has recently played for India, along with a few staff members have tested positive for Covid-19,” a source in the IPL was quoted as saying by the Press Trust of India news agency.

A management official, his wife and at least two members of their social media team have also tested positive, the source added.

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