England, Pakistan observe one-minute silence for COVID-19 victims before start of first Test match at Manchester
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England, Pakistan observe one-minute silence for COVID-19 victims before start of first Test match at Manchester

Manchester: The England and Pakistan males’s cricket groups on Wednesday (August 5, 2020) paid tribute to the individuals who have been affected because of the coronavirus. 

Both the groups noticed a one-minute silence earlier than the beginning of the primary Test match on the Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester. 

The unprecedented outbreak of COVID-19 has thus far contaminated round 1.85 crore folks whereas greater than 7 lakh have succumbed to the virus.

“For Pakistan cricket, this is a very emotional time. While we resume international cricket as part of our obligation and commitment to the global sport, our heart goes out for all those who have been affected by the pandemic,” the PCB quoted its Chief Executive Wasim Khan.

Wasim added, “While we offer our deepest condolences and sympathies to the families of all the victims, we assure that Pakistan cricket will always remain indebted for their support.”

He stated the one-minute silence can be appreciation, gratitude and tribute to the front-line healthcare employees who’ve been working tirelessly and selflessly, and have even laid down their very own lives in efforts to avoid wasting others.

“Pakistan and England observing a minute’s silence is also a sign of mutual respect. The two boards and teams enjoy a strong bond. This relationship has never been so formidable and we look forward to fostering it in future as we aspire to benefit from each other’s experience, knowledge and support,” expressed Wasim.

Earlier within the day, Azhar Ali led-Pakistan opted to bat first and have reached 79 for two in 32 overs.

While England shall be wanting ahead to win their second Test match collection for the reason that resumption of worldwide cricket, Pakistan will goal to maneuver up from the fifth spot on the World Test Championship factors desk.

The ICC introduced on Wednesday that the entrance foot no-ball expertise shall be used on this match.

“Performance of the technology in these Tests will be reviewed before any decisions taken on its future use in Test cricket,” stated ICC.
 

The second and third Tests will start from August 13 and August 21 respectively, on the Ageas Bowl in Southampton.

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