New Zealand To Launch Investigation Into Abandoned ODI

Feb 4, 2017 at 9:48 AM

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New Zealand To Launch Investigation Into Abandoned ODI

The ongoing Chappell-Hadlee Trophy in New Zealand has come under major scrutiny after the second ODI at Napier was washed out even without a ball being bowled. With the Kiwis winning the first ODI in a thrilling manner, all eyes were set on the second game, which could have been significant in the outcome of the series. However, despite not a single drop of rain falling after the scheduled start of play, the outfield conditions remained inclement and no play was possible.

For the McLean Park stadium in Napier, this has been the second successive ODI which has been washed out even without a ball being bowled as the game against Pakistan last year met with a same fate. Seeing this as a clear damage to the city’s reputation, the Napier City Council has ordered an investigation into the washout of the second ODI.

“We did have some rain today but not enough to have the game being abandoned. We really need to have a look at what has happened,” New Zealand Cricket (NZC) chief operating officer Anthony Crummy said. “We understand that Nelson Park [next door] and other grounds are dry so something has gone wrong here and we need to understand what that is.”

Napier mayor Bill Dalton ensured an expert would look into the matter.

“We have a world-class groundsman who has prepared this park for many years,” Dalton said.

“We have a rich history of games in Napier and will do everything to make sure we have future games.” “It was only one small area of the park that was deemed not dry enough. I know people who walked over that area and couldn’t see what the issue was. But I’m not an umpire, or a cricketer and can’t make those calls.”

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