|| India Correspondent ||
Fans are going to catch some live action soon as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) might allow spectators in Ahmedabad's brand new Motera stadium when India will take on England in the five-match T20I Series, starting from March 12, as per the report of ANI.
While speaking to ANI, the BCCI official said, "We are trying to open the stadium for fans to witness what awaits to be a thrilling T20I series between India and England. While we are yet to decide on the numbers, the idea is to get close to 50 per cent of the seats filled. But the final decision lies with the government. Safety is a priority even as we adapt to the new normal."
On the other hand, Tamil Nadu Cricket Association has cleared the air and said that Chennai will host the series opener in an empty stadium amid the crunch time of global pandemic novel COVID-19.
"In view of the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the BCCI has decided not to take any kind of risk with the safety of the players during the forthcoming India-England Test series. The players, officials will be undergoing strict quarantine and several rounds of COVID-19 tests before entering the bio-bubble," TNCA Secy RS Ramasaamy shared in the circular.
"As per BCCI directive, the first two Tests between February 5-17 being held at MA Chidambaram Stadium will take place behind closed doors. TNCA will not be issuing tickets or sub-committee badges," it further read.
Team India are currently gearing up for a full-fledged series against England at home. The series will start with a five-match Test series starting from February 5. Then they will play a five-match T20I Series and a three-match ODI series as well. The first Test will be played in Chennai.