Fans will not be able to watch Virat Kohli’s batting in Vijay Hazare, security reason is a major reason.
Tezzbuzz Desk-Virat Kohli’s much-awaited return to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru may take place without the presence of spectators. According to reports, keeping in mind the security reasons, this match of Vijay Hazare Trophy will be played behind closed doors. It is being considered to be done behind the scenes.
According to sources, Karnataka Government Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) Is preparing to give instructions that the matches to be held at Chinnaswamy Stadium should be held without spectators. Although KSCA had proposed to open two stands for general spectators, which would have allowed admission of around 2,000 to 3,000 spectators, the state government has objected to this option.
Government officials say that in view of the current holiday season, security, law and order and crowd management around the stadium can become a big challenge. For this reason, the administration seems to be very cautious about allowing spectators.
Administration’s concern increased due to presence of Virat and Pant
The availability of star players like Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant in this match has further increased the concern of the security agencies. In fact, in view of the availability of both the players for the first two matches of the Delhi team, KSCA had shifted the venue from Aloor to Chinnaswamy Stadium due to logistical reasons.
After changing the venue, the administration is alert about the possibility of huge crowd gathering in the Central Business District of Bengaluru. Officials fear that this may worsen the traffic and law and order situation.
Government committee inspected the stadium
Following a formal demand by KSCA, a committee formed by the government inspected the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday.
Although the detailed report is to be submitted on Tuesday, but according to sources there is a need for a change in the current stand of the government. Possibility Very little is being said.
Kohli’s first appearance after the June 4 incident
Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant arrived in Bengaluru late on Monday night and are expected to practice with the team ahead of Delhi’s opening Vijay Hazare Trophy clash against Andhra Pradesh on December 24. The match will be Kohli’s first appearance at the Chinnaswamy Stadium since the tragic stampede on June 4 that left 11 dead and several injured after Royal Challengers Bangalore’s IPL title celebration. Safety paramount, all eyes on decision.
Now all eyes are on the final decision of the Karnataka government, which will decide whether cricket fans will be able to watch the return of Virat Kohli sitting in the stadium or only on the TV screen.
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