Spectators Unlikely To Be Allowed For Centurion Test Between India And South Africa - Reports

The first Test between South Africa and India set to be played at the SuperSport Park in Centurion may see empty stands as spectators are unlikely to be allowed according to reports.

The emergence of a new covid-19 variant called the Omicron has set fear in the minds of the host board. As a result, they haven’t started selling the tickets for the first Test. Very few delegates and suite holders will be allowed to enter the stadium.

As per the African government restrictions, a crowd of 2000 fans is allowed. But the organisers have decided to sit tight for the moment and wait for any changes in covid-19 restrictions in the upcoming week. For now, even second Test tickets aren’t being sold.

The announcement from Imperial Wanderers in South Africa:

“Please note, no announcement has been made regarding ticket sales for the upcoming Test match at the #ImperialWanderers Stadium between South Africa and India. At this point, it isn’t clear if fans will be allowed. We will make further announcements in due course.“

The full-fledged South Africa tour was already shortened after the fast-spreading nature of Omicron was discovered. The T20I series was completely scrubbed and postponed for another time. Currently, the tour will have three Tests and three ODIs only.

Virat Kohli and co. arrived in South Africa on December 16 and are presently staying at a resort called the Irene Lodge. The hotel was booked for them by the Cricket South Africa (CSA) authorities to maintain the sanctity of the strict bio-bubble.

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