Mumbai – Today should have seen the start of the inaugural Twenty20 Champions League cricket in India. But last week’s terror attacks in Mumbai have led to the postponement of that tournament, and left many other major cricket fixtures in serious doubt. A spokesperson for ESPN STAR Sports, which was awarded the 10-year global commercial rights to the Champions League Twenty20 back in September 2008, said, “Given the extreme unforeseen circumstances, the Governing Council of the Champions League 2020, after consultations with the three founding board members of the tournament has postponed the inaugural edition of the Champions League 2020, a decision we fully understand, respect and support as we believe that it is in the best interest of all concerned. “It is too early to comment now about the next phase, which we are sure will eventually be appropriately decided upon by the Champions League 2020 governing body. As the global commercial partner of the Champions League 2020, we remain committed to launch and build this unique property as a marquee event in the international cricket calendar and we will be working very closely with the Champions League Twenty20 administration to develop the way forward.” ESS had secured broadcast rights partnerships for the tournament across Australia, Middle East, North Africa, and North America. The conclusion of the India versus England Test series remains in doubt, with many players unwilling to return to India in the wake of the Mumbai attacks. Other major upcoming cricket events include March 2009’s Indian Cricket League, and April/May 2009’s Indian Premier League.