After a few minutes, Star Sports, the official broadcasters in a bizarre manner, made an announcement that the ceremony would not be broadcasted and was exclusively for in-stadium fans.
In the 2015 edition of the World Cup, India had defeated South Africa in the group stage. After setting up a target of 308, the Men in Blue bundled out the Proteas for 177, thus registering their first win over South Africa in all editions of the World Cup.
BCCI executive said that dew will be an important factor down south while the host broadcasters, Star Sports, had already requested for an early start as the playoffs will be followed by an elaborate presentation ceremony.
More than 130 games will be played in the fifth season of the Pro Kabaddi League, scheduled to be held in July.
