Dubai(Agencies):
The ICC on Tuesday
approved substitution in case a player shows symptoms of COVID-19 during a Test
match besides ratifying the interim ban on using saliva to shine the ball.
In its latest playing regulations, the world body also
allowed re-introduction of non-neutral umpires for bilateral series owing to
"logistical challenges with international travel" amid the pandemic.
"Teams will be allowed to replace players displaying
symptoms of COVID-19 during a Test match. In line with concussion replacements,
the Match Referee will approve the nearest like-for-like replacement,"
said the ICC in a statement.
"However, the regulation for COVID-19 replacements
will not be applicable in ODIs and T20Is."
The recommendations were made by the Anil Kumble-led
Cricket Committee, aimed at mitigating the risks posed by COVID-19 and ensure
safety of players and match officials when cricket resumes.
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