First ODI match between Pakistan and New Zealand has been cancelled reportedly due to COVID-19 cases among players, sparking fears that the entire series may get postponed.
Sports journalist Alia Rasheed, citing sources, said three Pakistani players have tested positive for coronavirus due to which the match has been cancelled.
She said the interior minister will hold a press conference at 5:00pm to shed more light on the matter.
According to Geo News that players of both teams have been told to remain in their rooms and not venture out.
An official version of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is yet to be released on the issue. The cricket ground remains empty, with no ground support staff or broadcast crew available present.
