After many disruptions and setbacks, England’s white-ball tour of South Africa has been cancelled after COVID-19 outbreak in both the squads. Only three T20I matches were completed as scheduled, however, the ODI series, which should have started on Friday as per the original scheduled, suffered deferment thrice in four days due to the positive COVID-19 cases in both the squads and at their hotel in Cape Town.<o:p></o:p>

The cancellation comes as a massive blow to Cricket South Africa’s hopes of reviving cricket after the resumption of sports post-COVID-19 lockdown. Major teams like Australia, Pakistan and Sri Lanka are due to tour South Africa in coming weeks but the latest development in England’s tour could force the three teams to reconsider their decision in the wake of the problems England encountered. <o:p></o:p>

As many as three South African players contracted the coronavirus after England arrived on November 17. Since then, two England players have returned COVID-19 positive along with two workers at the shared hotel in Cape Town.

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The decision was taken jointly by the two Boards to ensure the mental and physical&nbsp;health and welfare of players from both teams.

The CSA and ECB will now work together to determine when the three-match series, which forms part of the ICC Cricket Men’s Super League, can take place in the future.

CSA Acting CEO, Kugandrie Govender said: “The concern over the mental health impact of recent events on all involved is not one that we as CSA or the ECB take lightly, and the decision to postpone the tour is the most responsible and reasonable course of action for us.

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I would like to thank the ECB for the continued positive relations, and we look forward to hosting the England men’s team in the near future.”

Tom Harrison, ECB Chief Executive Officer, said: “We have always maintained that the welfare of our players and management is paramount. We were concerned about the potential impact that recent developments might have on the wellbeing of the touring party, and so after consultation with Cricket South Africa, we have jointly made the decision to postpone the remaining matches in this Series, in the best interest of the players’ welfare.

“I would like to thank Cricket South Africa for their support and understanding on this matter and look forward to working with them to identify a time when we can return to play these fixtures in the future.”

After many disruptions and setbacks, England’s white-ball tour of South Africa has been cancelled after COVID-19 outbreak in both the squads. Only three T20I matches were completed as scheduled, however, the ODI series, which should have started on Friday as per the original scheduled, suffered deferment thrice in four days due to the positive COVID-19 cases in both the squads and at their hotel in Cape Town.

After many disruptions and setbacks, England’s white-ball tour of South Africa has been cancelled after COVID-19 outbreak in both the squads. Only three T20I matches were completed as scheduled, however, the ODI series, which should have started on Friday as per the original scheduled, suffered deferment thrice in four days due to the positive COVID-19 cases in both the squads and at their hotel in Cape Town. The cancellation comes as a massive blow to Cricket South Africa’s hopes of reviving cricket after the resumption of sports post-COVID-19 lockdown. Major teams like Australia, Pakistan and Sri Lanka are due to tour South Africa in coming weeks but the latest development in England’s tour could force the three teams to reconsider their decision in the wake of the problems England encountered. As many as three South African players contracted the coronavirus after England arrived on November 17. Since then, two England players have returned COVID-19 positive along with two workers at the shared hotel in Cape Town. ALSO READ: IND vs AUS: Ravindra Jadeja likely to miss pink-ball Test The decision was taken jointly by the two Boards to ensure the mental and physical health and welfare of players from both teams. The CSA and ECB will now work together to determine when the three-match series, which forms part of the ICC Cricket Men’s Super League, can take place in the future. CSA Acting CEO, Kugandrie Govender said: “The concern over the mental health impact of recent events on all involved is not one that we as CSA or the ECB take lightly, and the decision to postpone the tour is the most responsible and reasonable course of action for us. ALSO READ: Kane Williamson joins Virat Kohli at number 2 spot in ICC Test Player Rankings I would like to thank the ECB for the continued positive relations, and we look forward to hosting the England men’s team in the near future.” Tom Harrison, ECB Chief Executive Officer, said: “We have always maintained that the welfare of our players and management is paramount. We were concerned about the potential impact that recent developments might have on the wellbeing of the touring party, and so after consultation with Cricket South Africa, we have jointly made the decision to postpone the remaining matches in this Series, in the best interest of the players’ welfare. “I would like to thank Cricket South Africa for their support and understanding on this matter and look forward to working with them to identify a time when we can return to play these fixtures in the future.”

England's tour of South Africa called off after COVID-19 outbreak

The England men’s Tour of South Africa has been confirmed with three IT20s and three ODIs taking place behind closed doors in Cape Town and Paarl from next month.

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and Cricket South Africa (CSA) have agreed to biosecurity and travel plans for what will be the first international tour undertaken by an England cricket team since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

CSA approved the plans with the South African Government earlier this week granting exemptions for inbound travel for the England players and management.

Eoin Morgan’s squad will depart from London on a chartered flight on Monday 16 November. The touring party will be based in Cape Town. Ahead of the IT20 series, the squad will train at Western Province Cricket Club. They will play three intra-squad practice matches – two T20s and one 50-over game – before the series starts.

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The three IT20s start on Friday 27 November at Newlands, Cape Town. The second match of the series will be played at Boland Park, Paarl on Sunday 29 November. Newlands will host the third match on Tuesday 1 December.

The three-match ODI series, which are part of the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League, starts at Newlands on Friday 4 December. The second match will be played at Boland Park on Sunday 6 December, and the final game of the tour will take place on Wednesday 9 December at Newlands.

Tom Harrison, ECB’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “We are looking forward to touring South Africa. I would like to personally thank Cricket South Africa for their efforts in ensuring this tour goes ahead and their diligent work to create an environment that is safe for our players and staff. They are working tirelessly to pull together a bio-secure plan in Cape Town and Paarl.

“We owe it to the sport that we do everything we can to keep international competition progressing during this pandemic.

“Series against the Proteas are always exciting and intense. We saw that earlier this year in South Africa and we can expect the same this time around.”

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“This is a wonderful boost for cricket,” commented CSA Acting Chief Executive Kugandrie Govender

“The fact that England are the current World Cup champions will add tremendously to the two series and will give our own players every motivation to perform at their very best and challenge the acknowledged champions.

“I would like to express CSA’s appreciation and sincere gratitude to the South African Government – specifically the Departments of Sport, Arts &amp; Culture; Home Affairs and Health - for the support they have given us to make this return to international cricket in our country a reality, while maintaining that health safety for all remains the number one priority.

“We are also very grateful to the England and Wales Cricket Board for the support they have given us in many areas and we will be able to draw on their own experiences and help in organising and running international cricket under bio-secure conditions.

“This is a first for us and we commit to learn quickly and with great responsiveness as we have an action-packed international season ahead of us.”

The National Selectors will confirm the England touring party early next month.

<h2 data-ogsc="rgb(85, 85, 85)">England men’s Tour of South Africa: Fixture</h2>

Monday 16 November:&nbsp;Touring party departs from London to Cape Town

Saturday 21 November: 50-over intra-squad practice match. Newlands, Cape Town.

Monday 23 November:&nbsp;Two T20 intra-squad practice matches. Boland Park, Paarl.

Friday 27 November:&nbsp;1st&nbsp;IT20 South Africa v England, Newlands, Cape Town (6.00pm SAST)

Sunday 29 November:&nbsp;2nd&nbsp;IT20 South Africa v England, Boland Park, Paarl (2.30pm SAST)

Tuesday 1 December:&nbsp;3rd&nbsp;IT20 South Africa v England, Newlands, Cape Town (6.00pm SAST)

Friday 4 December:&nbsp;1st&nbsp;ODI South Africa v England, Newlands, Cape Town (1.00pm SAST)

Sunday 6 December:&nbsp;2nd&nbsp;ODI South Africa v England, Boland Park, Cape Town (10.00am SAST)

Wednesday 9 December:&nbsp;3rd&nbsp;ODI South Africa v England, Newlands, Cape Town (1.00pm SAST)

Thursday 10 December:&nbsp;Touring party departs from Cape Town to London

The England men’s Tour of South Africa has been confirmed with three IT20s and three ODIs taking place behind closed doors in Cape Town and Paarl from next month.

The England men’s Tour of South Africa has been confirmed with three IT20s and three ODIs taking place behind closed doors in Cape Town and Paarl from next month. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and Cricket South Africa (CSA) have agreed to biosecurity and travel plans for what will be the first international tour undertaken by an England cricket team since the COVID-19 pandemic began. CSA approved the plans with the South African Government earlier this week granting exemptions for inbound travel for the England players and management. Eoin Morgan’s squad will depart from London on a chartered flight on Monday 16 November. The touring party will be based in Cape Town. Ahead of the IT20 series, the squad will train at Western Province Cricket Club. They will play three intra-squad practice matches – two T20s and one 50-over game – before the series starts. ALSO READ: 'Stemmed from ignorance,' says BCCI after PCB CEO's visa assurance demand from ICC for T20 WC 2021 The three IT20s start on Friday 27 November at Newlands, Cape Town. The second match of the series will be played at Boland Park, Paarl on Sunday 29 November. Newlands will host the third match on Tuesday 1 December. The three-match ODI series, which are part of the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League, starts at Newlands on Friday 4 December. The second match will be played at Boland Park on Sunday 6 December, and the final game of the tour will take place on Wednesday 9 December at Newlands. Tom Harrison, ECB’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “We are looking forward to touring South Africa. I would like to personally thank Cricket South Africa for their efforts in ensuring this tour goes ahead and their diligent work to create an environment that is safe for our players and staff. They are working tirelessly to pull together a bio-secure plan in Cape Town and Paarl. “We owe it to the sport that we do everything we can to keep international competition progressing during this pandemic. “Series against the Proteas are always exciting and intense. We saw that earlier this year in South Africa and we can expect the same this time around.” ALSO READ: BCCI to select 32-member Indian squad for Australia tour, no families allowed in bio-bubble: Report “This is a wonderful boost for cricket,” commented CSA Acting Chief Executive Kugandrie Govender “The fact that England are the current World Cup champions will add tremendously to the two series and will give our own players every motivation to perform at their very best and challenge the acknowledged champions. “I would like to express CSA’s appreciation and sincere gratitude to the South African Government – specifically the Departments of Sport, Arts & Culture; Home Affairs and Health - for the support they have given us to make this return to international cricket in our country a reality, while maintaining that health safety for all remains the number one priority. “We are also very grateful to the England and Wales Cricket Board for the support they have given us in many areas and we will be able to draw on their own experiences and help in organising and running international cricket under bio-secure conditions. “This is a first for us and we commit to learn quickly and with great responsiveness as we have an action-packed international season ahead of us.” The National Selectors will confirm the England touring party early next month. England men’s Tour of South Africa: Fixture Monday 16 November: Touring party departs from London to Cape Town Saturday 21 November: 50-over intra-squad practice match. Newlands, Cape Town. Monday 23 November: Two T20 intra-squad practice matches. Boland Park, Paarl. Friday 27 November: 1st IT20 South Africa v England, Newlands, Cape Town (6.00pm SAST) Sunday 29 November: 2nd IT20 South Africa v England, Boland Park, Paarl (2.30pm SAST) Tuesday 1 December: 3rd IT20 South Africa v England, Newlands, Cape Town (6.00pm SAST) Friday 4 December: 1st ODI South Africa v England, Newlands, Cape Town (1.00pm SAST) Sunday 6 December: 2nd ODI South Africa v England, Boland Park, Cape Town (10.00am SAST) Wednesday 9 December: 3rd ODI South Africa v England, Newlands, Cape Town (1.00pm SAST) Thursday 10 December: Touring party departs from Cape Town to London

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England's tour of South Africa called off after COVID-19 outbreak

​England to tour South Africa for limited-overs series; check full schedule

England to tour South Africa for limited-overs series; check full schedule