By Baidurjo Bhose |
Updated: December 22, 2020 10:29 AM IST
New Delhi [India], Dec 22 (ANI): The new outbreak of COVID-19 cases in Sydney has raised questions not only about the fate of the third test between India and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, but also about the safety of the India opener , Rohit Sharma, who is quarantined there after arriving in Australia before the first test.
Speaking to ANI, a BCCI official confirmed that while Rohit will continue to be quarantined in Sydney, the Indian board and team management are constantly in contact with the limited deputy.
“He doesn’t need to move from Sydney. He is safe and in a biosecure environment under quarantine. While he is alone in his room, the Indian board of directors and team management are constantly in contact with him. We felt he needed to get out of Sydney, we would. But for now, he’s completely safe there, “the official said.
When asked about the endurance program that the physical therapist gave Rohit when he left for Australia after completing his rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy, the official said: “He is being monitored by the physical therapists and is doing his job of usual stamina in your bedroom. It’s about staying fit and ready for action when it comes to getting to work. “
Cricket Australia confirmed on Sunday that the Sydney test match between India and Australia is still underway for now despite a new cluster of COVID-19 in Sydney.
The third round between India and Australia will be played in Sydney from January 7, while the last round of the series will take place in Brisbane from January 15.
There were reports that Cricket Australia was mulling over changing the third and fourth test place. But the acting CEO of CA has said that none of that is happening as of now.
“The third round is over two and a half weeks away, giving us time to assess the evolution of the public health situation on Sydney’s North Beaches. We have made no changes to our schedule and our preference remains to play. the match at the Sydney Cricket Ground, “said Nick Hockley, Cricket Australia Acting CEO in an official statement.
“Cricket Australia has developed a strong track record of deliveries throughout the most challenging summers and will continue to make appropriate and proportionate decisions in consultation with our biosecurity team, governments, state and territorial associations, the Australian Cricket Players Association, our partners. and places. “, he added. (AND ME)
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