BCCI's decision to relocate playoff, final matches of IPL influenced by political considerations: WB govt

The West Bengal government has strongly criticised the BCCI's decision to move the IPL playoffs and final from Kolkata to Gujarat, alleging political interference. State Sports Minister Aroop Biswas claims the weather assessment used to justify the move was politically motivated, unfairly depriving Kolkata's cricket fans. He highlights the discrepancy in forecasting rain in Kolkata but not in Ahmedabad.