Following England cricket’s successful hosting of the West Indies and Pakistan amidst the coronavirus pandemic, New Zealand has followed suit with the government giving the green signal to host both the sides in late 2020 or early 2021 for a series. The series involving West Indies and Pakistan in England was played behind closed doors and in bio-secure venues. There were strict bio-bubble protocols in place and the series passed off without any incident.
In a statement issued by New Zealand cricket, it said, “New Zealand Cricket has received government approval to proceed with plans to host international touring sides this summer … beginning with the West Indies and Pakistan`s men`s teams in November, December and January. A press conference to announce the details of the upcoming summer`s international … schedule will be held early next week.”
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