Ironically, this will also mean that IPL — which was launched with the blessing of ICC — might see a rift between national associations under the umbrella of the parent body. The official Indian league might see the presence of rebel players.

Though Modi played it safe as he said, “We don’t know whether we will implement it, but we have the mandate to amend the rules.”

Final in Mumbai

•Mumbai frachisees Reliance India Ltd of Mukesh Ambani will host two semi-finals and the final of the IPL that will kick off in Bangalore on April 18.

But this comes with a rider. In case Mumbai fails to reach the semis, interested franchisees can negotiate with Reliance for a shift of venue.

Mumbai got the right to host the final stage of tournament since they were the highest bidders — $ 111.9 million — among the franchisees.

Bangalore got the right to host the opening game of the tournament — Kolkata vs Bangalore — since they were the second highest bidder. Vijay Mallya’s UB Group got the Bangalore franchise for $ 111.6 million.

IPL chairman Modi said that Reliance will have the option of hosting its home games and later the semis and finals at the Cricket Club of India or the D Y Patil Stadium, in Navi Mumbai.

“I guess they will choose CCI,” he said.