In a commanding performance on Day 2 of the one-off Test against Australia, the Indian women’s cricket team has surged ahead, amassing a lead of 157 runs. Finishing the day at 376/7, the Women in Blue displayed a dominant show on the field, with Deepti Sharma and Pooja Vastrakar holding the crease firmly.
Deepti Sharma played a pivotal role in India’s innings, contributing an unbeaten 70 runs off 147 balls, steering the team towards a substantial lead. Pooja Vastrakar showcased resilience at the crease, finishing the day with a commendable score of 33* off 115 balls.
While the on-field action at the Wankhede Stadium captivated cricket enthusiasts, a different narrative unfolded in the stands. The Maharashtra Cricket Association had generously offered free entry to fans, aiming to enhance the spectator experience. However, the gesture faced backlash as fans expressed frustration over the unclean and shabby condition of the seats.
World’s richest cricket board unable to provide hygienic seats to fans
A video capturing the unhygienic state of the seats went viral on social media, reigniting concerns about stadium cleanliness.
This isn’t an isolated incident, as similar complaints surfaced during the World Cup 2023 hosted by India. Fans from different stadiums shared videos depicting dirty seats, some marred by bird droppings, raising significant concerns about hygiene standards.
Even during warm-up matches at venues like Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, fans took to social media to highlight subpar seat conditions. The issue extended to matches in Ahmedabad, where a video from a game between England and New Zealand emphasized the persisting problem of ‘dirty seats.’
Despite the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) being the richest cricket board globally, the recurrence of hygiene concerns in stadiums across the country has left fans disappointed. The social media outcry underscores the need for immediate attention to improve stadium maintenance and hygiene standards, especially in cricket-loving nations like India. As fans endure substandard conditions, there is a growing call for authorities to address and rectify these issues to enhance the overall fan experience.
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