ENGLAND TOUR IN INDIA, 2021
The decision was made due to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases. © BCCI
The remaining three T20Is between India and England will be played behind closed doors in Ahmedabad as a precaution given the increase in COVID-19 cases across the country.
In the series’ first two T20Is, with the 50 percent spectator allowance, more than 1.30,000 people showed up with more than 65,000 per game at Narendra Modi Stadium, but that will be it for the series with Gujarat. Cricket. Association closing doors.
“The refund will be given to spectators who have purchased tickets. Due to the increasing number of Corona cases, the Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) has decided to host the remaining T20 international matches between India and England at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad behind closed doors. “GCA Vice President Dhanraj Nathwani said in a statement on Monday (March 15).
“The decision was made after detailed discussions with state and local health authorities,” the BCCI added in a statement. “The BCCI will continue to comply with all regulations in place to curb the spread of the Covid-19 virus and will always put the health and safety of its fans and stakeholders at the top.”
The series is tied 1-1 with Ishan Kishan’s brilliant fifty on debut that led India to a series-level victory. The third T20I will be played on Tuesday (March 16). The remainder are scheduled for March 18 and 20.
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