The Pakistan contingent on tour in New Zealand will continue their managed isolation in Christchurch, but won’t be given any exemptions that allow them to train in groups. This is due to “ongoing concerns about the risk of cross-infections within the squad,” according to New Zealand’s Health Ministry.
Out of the 54 members on tour, 44 have returned negative tests while six players remain Covid-positive. The cases of four others are deemed to be “historic”.
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As things stand, the entire contingent will complete the extended quarantine period on December 9, after which they can begin training subject to clearance from the New Zealand government.
“I have very carefully considered this situation. At this time, I continue to have ongoing concerns about the risk of cross-infection within the squad,’ Dr Ashley Bloomfield, director-general of New Zealand’s health ministry said in a statement.
“There have been a number of active…