Australian allrounder Mitchell Marsh has been hospitalised in India after testing positive to Covid.

Marsh, 30, is playing in the IPL with the Delhi Capitals, having gone for $1.16 million in the IPL auction.

The team’s Australian hysio Patrick Farhart, has also contracted Covid.

“Delhi Capitals all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has tested positive for COVID-19, following which he has been admitted to a hospital. The Delhi Capitals medical team is closely monitoring Marsh’s condition,” the team announced in a statement.

“A few more members from the Delhi Capitals bio-bubble, including support staff members, have returned positive tests as well. Though they are all asymptomatic, their condition is being monitored closely by the franchise.

“All remaining members of the bubble are currently in isolation in their respective rooms, and will be tested regularly.”