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ECB in talks with ICC to allow coronavirus substitutes in upcoming Tests

By Saurabh Sharma May 30, 2020 • 17:09 PM View: 842

London, May 30: Once international cricket resumes amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the game could now see the use of coronavirus substitutes.

Currently, a like-for-like replacement can be made in a cricket match only when a player suffers from a concussion. For all other injuries and illnesses, a substitute fielder may be permitted, but that player cannot bat or bowl.

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