The period of uncertainty has affected all of us in different situations and Cricket is no exception. T20’s matches, that are cricket lovers favorite and also said to be their second religion has affected all of them the most. However Big Bash League Head Management had decided to not led any disappoints carried towards their fans.
Cricket Australia’s, The Head of Big Bash League Alistair Dobson said “It has been a difficult year for so many people around Australia and we look forward to bringing the Big Bash League to every state should border conditions allow us to” and with that like a magic his wish came true, the Borders were eased between the states due to the slow rate of COVID-19 infections there, and with that Cricket Australia buoyantly announced all the fixtures for the upcoming matches ufabet.
Though a little audience is allowed to be present at the stadiums, CA has managed to pull all the entertainment to all the BBL Fans behind the screens. They have also introduced many rules and strategies to make it more entertaining for the fans.
Players who got affected:
Many teams have got affected and changed due to COVID-19 some are:
Mujeeb Ur Rehman Afghanistan Spinner who was tested positive previously had been hospitalized and stayed in hotel quarantine mandatorily is now recovered and will be available to play with his team Brisbane Heat against Sydney Thunder at Manuka Oval Canberra.
Sydney Sixers All-rounder and top wicket taker last year, Tom Curran announced that he will not return to Australia to play in this years’ Big Bash League “It’s been a very challenging year and I’ve been in bubbles since July,” Curran said to his fans in his letter. “I will hopefully be back for many years to come, recharged and ready to go again, but for now I just need some time, normality, see family and be home.” His letter read. To which Jodie Hawkins the manager of Sydney Sixers replied that this year has taken a huge toll on players worldwide and we understand and respect his decision.
Hobart Hurricane also got the biggest blow when just only two weeks before the BBL, their leg spinner Sandeep Lamichhane from Nepal announced his unavailability due to Covid-19. “Hi everyone, greetings to all. It is my sincere duty to tell you all that I have been tested positive for COVID-19. I had some body aches since Wednesday. “He tweeted after the announcement his health has been better now and he asked his fans to keep him in his prayers.