Team India was set to leave Barbados on Monday but its airport remains closed due to Hurricane Beryl; services at Team Hotel also experienced disruptions.
Indian cricket team finds itself in an unexpected predicament as Hurricane Irma threatens. A curfew has been instituted in Barbados due to the impending hurricane and forced the closure of the airport – leaving the team no immediate means of departure.
Barbados, an idyllic Caribbean paradise known for its beaches and vibrant culture, is currently under threat from an intense hurricane. To ensure residents’ and visitors’ safety, the government declared a state of emergency, implementing a curfew. Furthermore, flights were grounded due to an airport shutdown and flights were cancelled on the entire island being in lockdown mode while waiting for its arrival.
Team India’s Predicament
The Indian cricket team had planned to travel to Barbados for an international series but were forced to cancel due to hurricane threats, with curfew restrictions forcing the players into their hotel until conditions improve.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is closely monitoring the situation and is in contact with local authorities, prioritizing safety measures while offering support to ensure the team’s well-being during this challenging period.
Impact on Cricket Schedule
Unanticipated curfew and airport closure issues have raised alarm bells over the cricket schedule. Matches could potentially face delays or be rescheduled depending on how quickly things return to normal, depending on how fast things settle down. Both BCCI and the host cricket board have collaborated in reviewing their itinerary to minimize disruptions as soon as possible.
Respond and Prepare
Barbadian authorities have taken proactive steps to prepare for and respond to the hurricane threat. Emergency services have been put on high alert and shelters have been set up across the island. Tourists and residents have been advised to stock up on essential supplies while adhering to safety protocols.
Indian team, although temporarily stranded, remains safe with all necessary amenities available to them. Players and support staff remain upbeat despite any uncertainties, focusing on maintaining fitness and morale despite any uncertainty. Team management ensures regular updates with players’ families to keep them informed and assure them of safety and comfort.
As Barbados prepares for a hurricane, Team India’s predicament highlights nature’s unpredictability and the necessity of being prepared. Although their immediate future remains unknown, the safety of players remains of utmost concern and the cricketing world watches with bated breath, hoping for the storm to pass quickly and normalcy to return quickly; until that day arrives however, Team India remains resiliently stranded but ready to face whatever natural calamities arises from these circumstances.
