New Delhi: Three players and four staff members from England’s cricket team have tested positive for COVID-19, informed the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Tuesday.
“Following PCR tests administered yesterday (Monday) in Bristol, The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) can confirm that seven members – three players and four management team members- of the England Men’s ODI party have tested positive for COVID-19,” said ECB in an official release.
ECB, however confirmed that the ODI and T20I series against Pakistan will go on as per schedule.
The first England vs Pakistan ODI is slated to be played at Cardiff on July 8.
The ECB also confirmed all-rounder Ben Stokes as the captain of the squad, which is supposed to be announced later in the day.
“Ben Stokes will return to England duties and captain the squad – which will be named in the next few hours. Incoming squad and support team members will follow PCR tests and bridging protocols to ensure safe entry to camp,” said ECB.
