Middle East War Threatens IPL 2026: Flight Chaos, Player Delays Loom for BCCI

• Middle East war (Iran-Israel) disrupts international flights, posing a major challenge for IPL 2026.
• Flight cancellations and rerouting through Gulf hubs like Dubai and Doha impact foreign player arrivals, increasing travel time and costs.
• BCCI is monitoring the situation, discussing player safety and timely arrival with franchises, and considering chartered flights.
• Potential fuel shortages due to prolonged conflict could severely affect player accommodation, food, and transport.
• Franchises like Chennai Super Kings, with many foreign players, face uncertainty, though CEO Kasi Viswanathan remains optimistic.