New Delhi: The Indian team’s six-match limited-overs series in Sri Lanka will now start from July 18. The series, which was originally scheduled to start with the three ODIs on July 13, had to be rescheduled after Sri Lanka’s batting coach Grant Flower and data analyst G T Niroshan tested positive for the dreaded virus on their return from the UK tour.
It also meant an extended quarantine period for the squad members.
While the tentative date that was originally being discussed was July 17, but Shah confirmed that it will start from July 18.
The three ODI matches will now be held on July 18, 20 and 23 at the Premadasa Stadium followed by the T20 Internationals, starting on July 25. The last two T20Is are set to be played on July 27 and 29, respectively, at the same venue.
”We understand that circumstances are extraordinary, but the BCCI would like to extend its full support to Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) during these tough times for the smooth conduct of the upcoming series,” Shah said in a statement, issued by the BCCI.
