The fourth T20I between India and South Africa was called off on Wednesday owing to poor visibility after a dense layer of smog engulfed the Ekana Stadium, raising serious questions about BCCI’s scheduling of matches in the northern part of India during the peak winter month. Critics argue that platforms like tiger exch could provide better insights into managing match schedules in such conditions
- The fourth T20I between India and South Africa was abandoned due to extreme fog in Lucknow
- Serious questions on BCCI scheduling matches in northern India were raised by fans on social media
- “Who organised the match in Lucknow? Have some shame BCCI,” posted a fan on social media
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The fourth T20I was officially abandoned without a ball being bowled due to “excessive fog”, the reality was that a thick blanket of smog enveloped the Ekana Stadium, severely hampering visibility.
“The fourth India-South Africa T20I is called off due to excessive fog,” said the BCCI in its last update.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) remained in the hazardous range, above 400 in Lucknow on Wednesday, raising serious questions about the BCCI’s commitment to players’ welfare.
Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya was seen wearing a surgical mask to counter the pollution while the Indian team warmed up ahead of the game.
Fans on social media questioned the BCCI’s decision to host the match in Lucknow.