Dishant Yagnik, fielding coach for Rajasthan Royals, has tested positive for COVID-19. He will not join the rest of the team in Mumbai ahead of their departure for the UAE.
Yagnik confirmed his test results through a tweet. The franchise issued a detailed statement. According to the statement, Yagnik’s test was additional. The BCCI had prescribed two tests before departure. The Rajasthan Royals management had conducted another test in addition.
The former Rajasthan wicketkeeper is the first member of the IPL contingent to test positive for COVID-19 ahead of the tournament. In his tweet, he asked individuals who came in close contact with him to get tested for the virus.
The management stated that no player or supporting staff has had any contact with Yagnik.