IND vs SA: KSCA Confirms Ticket-Holders To Get 50 Percent Refund For Washed-Out 5th T20I

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has announced a 50 percent refund for the ticket-holders to the fifth T20I between India and South Africa in Bengaluru, which was washed out on Sunday night.

The series decider was set to be a thrilling encounter at the packed M. Chinnaswamy Stadium but rain played a major spoilsport. After a delay in the toss, the match got underway fifty minutes late with a reduction of one over.

However, following just 3.3 overs of play, the downpour returned and continued throughout, prompting the umpires to abandon the game in its entirety and end the series on a 2-2 draw.

“Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) regret to announce that due to heavy and continuous rains the 5th T20 India vs South Africa match played at Chinnaswamy stadium was abandoned after India batting first playing for just over three overs.”

“As per the terms and conditions in case even one ball is being bowled there shall be no question of refund. However, the KSCA as a gesture towards the cricket fans have decided to refund 50 percent of the amounts for all the paid tickets,” Vinay Mruthyunjaya, Treasurer and Official Spokesperson KSCA, said.

He also confirmed that the details and procedure to secure the refund will be announced soon. The move was welcomed by the fans after a disappointing night in Bengaluru.

“The modalities with respect to the refund with the dates, time and venue will be announced shortly. All the paid ticket holders are requested to retain their original tickets to claim refunds,” he further mentioned.

Following the conclusion of the series against South Africa, the teams now head to Ireland for a 2-match T20I series where Hardik Pandya will be leading the inexperienced side.

India’s squad for Ireland T20I series:

Hardik Pandya (Captain), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (vice-captain), Ishan Kishan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Venkatesh Iyer, Deepak Hooda, Rahul Tripathi, Dinesh Karthik (wicket-keeper), Yuzvendra Chahal, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Harshal Patel, Avesh Khan, Arshdeep Singh, Umran Malik.

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