Bangladesh U-19’s Match vs SL Called Off

Bangladesh Under-19 National Cricket Team’s group stage match against Sri Lanka has been called off after two officials tested Covid-19 positive, reports media.

This was the final match of group B, and would decide the winner of the group as both Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have won both of their games thus far.

Asian Cricket Council said in a statement that the two officials are currently in isolation.

“Asian Cricket Council and Emirates Cricket Board can confirm that the final Group B match of ACC Under 19 Asia Cup scheduled for play today has been called off.

“It is confirmed that two Officials have tested positive for COVID-19. The Officials are currently safe and being treated in accordance with tournament protocols. All personnel associated with this match are undergoing testing protocols and isolating until results are returned.

“More information will be made available, specific to the semi-finals, in due course,” the statement read.

The match started in due time, and before the match being called off, Bangladesh were on 130-4 from 32.4 overs.