India-South Africa Test match will be removed from Delhi due to pollution? Kolkata can get hosting
India vs South Africa Test Match: BCCI can take a big decision keeping in mind the increasing pollution in Delhi around Diwali. Being between India and South Africa in November Test seriesThe first match of the A can now be played at Eden Gardens in Kolkata instead of Delhi. According to the report, this change can be made by prioritizing the health of the players.
India will host the two -Test series of South Africa in November, which will be played from 14 to 26 November. The first Test was hosted to Delhi, but now it can be changed to Kolkata. Every year during Diwali, the level of pollution in Delhi increases significantly. In such a situation, concern is being raised about the health of the players. For this reason, BCCI can decide to shift this match to Kolkata. The first Test can now be played at Eden Gardens from 14 to 18 November instead of Delhi.
According to the Times of India report, a BCCI official said that this decision will be taken keeping in mind the good of the players. Its official announcement will also be made soon. BCCI can give more matches to Delhi keeping the rotation policy in mind. Arun Jaitley Stadium of Delhi can host the second Test between India and West Indies from 10 to 14 October. The match is to be played in Kolkata.
Significantly, during the Delhi Test in 2017 too, Sri Lankan players played masks and made complaints about pollution. Many medical experts also believe that playing outside this season can affect health. In such a situation, this match is likely to shift from Delhi.
