Sudurpaschim Royals break silence on Saturday night delays and absence from post-match conference
Summary
Sudurpaschim Royals have broken their silence over Saturday night’s delayed five-over match against Biratnagar Kings, saying unsafe conditions and poor handling by officials forced them into a difficult decision. Head coach Misbah-ul-Haq said the team did not want to risk player injuries, while organisers maintained the match went ahead after multiple inspections and discussions.
Key Points
- Sudurpaschim Royals were blamed for delays before their five-over-a-side match against Biratnagar Kings on Saturday night.
- Head coach Misbah-ul-Haq said the team refused to take injury risks because of slippery conditions, moisture on the pitch, and a non-working light tower.
- Misbah criticized the match officials and organisers for handling the situation poorly and for excluding the Royals’ captain from the post-match presentation.
- CAN tournament director Dhirendra Saud said the match proceeded after the referee’s green light and that the scenario would not repeat.
