India might play Australia in front of crowds after PM Scott Morrison relaxes coronavirus restrictions

Allowing the spectators to witness live cricketing action is currently a topic of concern for many countries. Many countries have been severely hit with the wrath of COVID-19 outbreak. Hence, in the wake of it, many countries would be sceptical to allow spectators in stadiums when the sporting action resumes.

However, things have slowly started to come back on track in Australia. Out of 7283 COVID-19 positive cases, 6761 individuals have recovered and the country is eventually tracing towards normalcy. The improvement of the situation in Australia might lead to India playing the series Down Under in the presence of crowds.

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, on Friday, said sports stadiums capable of seating 40,000 people will be allowed to host crowds of up to 10,000 from next month, in further relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions. India are slated to play four Test at Gabba, Adelaide Oval, MCG and the SCG in the much-anticipated series.

“For outdoor venues up to 40,000 spectator capacity, ticketed and seated events will be able to be held in front of a crowd of no more than 25 per cent of capacity under Step 3,” a statement from the Prime Minister said as per on the official website, pm.gov.au.

“For outdoor venues of more than 40,000 spectator capacity, further advice is being sought from the AHPPC, with arrangements to be settled by the states and territories on a venue by venue basis,” it added.

There have been no reports yet over the commencement of T20 World Cup

The announcement was made following a meeting of the National Cabinet, which comprises the Prime Minister and state as well as territory leaders. Morrison was joined by Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Brendan Murphy who said that Australia’s response against COVID-19 pandemic was in a “good place”.

Earlier, Cricket Australia had also stated that they would keep open the possibility of hosting all four Tests against India in one or two venues if COVID-19 situation worsens.

However, there have been no reports yet over the commencement of the T20 World Cup in Australia. The showpiece event is scheduled to take place Down Under from October 18 to November 15. However, the ICC is still waiting to make an announcement over the fate of the tournament.