The ICC promises groundstaff will try to 'remedy' ongoing problems with the drop-in pitches at their ground in New York.
The International Cricket Council has promised groundstaff will try to "remedy" ongoing problems with the drop-in pitches at its showcase ground in New York.
"The world-class grounds team have been working hard since the conclusion of yesterday’s game to remedy the situation and deliver the best possible surfaces for the remaining matches." India play Pakistan on Sunday at the venue in Eisenhower Park in one of the most eagerly-anticipated fixtures of the tournament with a capacity crowd of 32,000 expected.in place to switch any of the New York games to venues in Florida or Texas, both of which have natural turf strips.The US is staging 16 of the 55 matches at the T20 World Cup, which it is co-hosting with the West Indies.
It has meant the toss in New York has become pivotal in determining the outcome of the match, with the team bowling first at an advantage.
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