Afghanistan express frustration with Greater Noida stadium facilities
Despite these weather challenges, the Afghan team has cited issues beyond rain delays, pointing to inadequate facilities and mismanagement at the stadium. Reports from sources close to the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) indicate that the team will not return to the stadium for future matches and has chosen Lucknow as their new preferred venue for hosting international games.

Khan Mutasim Billah LifeEditor
Posted - 2024-09-11T00:34:23+06:00
Updated - 2024-09-11T00:34:23+06:00
The Afghanistan national cricket team has voiced strong dissatisfaction with the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium in Greater Noida, the venue of their one-off Test against New Zealand. The match, scheduled to begin on September 9, has faced multiple delays due to persistent rain and a wet outfield. Both the first and second days were completely washed out, leaving no play possible.
Despite these weather challenges, the Afghan team has cited issues beyond rain delays, pointing to inadequate facilities and mismanagement at the stadium. Reports from sources close to the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) indicate that the team will not return to the stadium for future matches and has chosen Lucknow as their new preferred venue for hosting international games.
An official from the ACB expressed the team's frustration: "There are no facilities. We will never come here again. Our preference will be Lucknow. There is complete mismanagement at the venue. Even the players are not happy with the training facilities and everything." The conditions at the stadium have drawn criticism, with players highlighting issues with basic amenities and preparation for the match.
The ground staff made considerable efforts to prepare the pitch by using electric fans and covering wet patches with dry soil, but these measures proved insufficient. The delays due to rain have worsened the team's disappointment, as they are eager to compete in their historic first Test against New Zealand.