New Delhi, June 2 -- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice president Rajeev Shukla has debunked the reports and speculations suggesting a 'political agenda' behind shifting the venue for the playoffs and the final of the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Due to the cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan, the tournament was suspended for a week, and the Indian board released a new schedule for the IPL's playoff venue. Kolkata was initially scheduled to host the IPL final, and Qualifier 2 was shifted to Ahmedabad. Qualifier 1 and Eliminator fixtures were set to be hosted in Hyderabad and moved to New Chandigarh.

BCCI's decision to shift the IPL final and Qualifier 2 venue from Kolkata to Ahmedabad d...