BCCI and Cricket Australia had discussions about Virat Kohli’s decision to fly back home after the first test for the birth of her first child and whether it was possible to ease the quarantine rules to allow Kohli to return for at least the last match. test, CA interim CEO Nick Hockley confirmed.
When asked if CA and BCCI had ever discussed easing the quarantine rules for Kohli’s return, Hockley said: “The quarantine arrangements are well described. Regarding Virat Kohli’s plans near the first test, we have talked. ”
“We absolutely respect Virat’s decision. We are delighted that he is the team captain in each of the ODIs and T20s and the first test, ”said Hockley during a talk facilitated by official broadcaster Sony.
CA turned out to be one of the hardest hit cricket tables due to the coronavirus pandemic which forced it to lay off several employees and cut employee wages.
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It is expected that the number of tests high-profile, beginning on December 17, stabilize the revenue stream, but Kohli returning after the opener in Adelaide for the birth of her first child, there have been doubts that could affect the host nation cricket board. . Hockley, however, confirmed that Kohli’s absence will not affect CA’s finances much.
“Virat leading the team here brings the competitive leadership that we have seen during the last series and we are used to seeing (that) during Indian performances around the world. (But) no, nothing will have a financial impact. ”
“This series is of great importance for world cricket and Australian cricket. It is a testament to all cricket nations that we could safely launch international cricket. The series will be played in front of large crowds. “Hockley ruled out the possibility of hosting a complete series of tests day and night in the near future, but said the first game of the pink ball 17 to December 21 has taken over the fans.
“What I can say is that day / night testing for the past 3-4 seasons has become a much loved feature of the Australian summer. The anticipation and excitement surrounding this first day / night test against India has taken to a different level, given the rivalry.
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“At this stage we haven’t seen a full day / night series, but certainly Adelaide has become home to Australia’s first day and night event. There is history there. We hope that the Australian and Indian fans will travel for what will be a historic match. ”
The CA executive director also assured that the Adelaide Test will be played as scheduled. “We have been working very closely with the South Australian government and at this stage they have assured us that (the COVID-19 cases) have been contained.
“The confinement they were under ended last Saturday. So we are confident that the Adelaide Test will take place as scheduled. ”
(With PTI inputs)
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