The third Test in Australia's Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India will stay at the SCG, after officials were satisfied by the NSW Government's COVID-19 measures.
Key points:
- After days of meetings, Cricket Australia confirmed the New Year's Test would be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground
- Cricket Australia's Interim CEO Nick Hockley was confident the third and fourth Test would be played safely
- The McGrath Foundation's biggest fundraiser will also still be held on day three of the Test
Cricket Australia confirmed the decision to keep the New Year's Test at its traditional venue after several days of meetings that considered the impacts of the recent COVID-19 outbreak in Sydney.
Cricket Australia's Interim CEO Nick Hockley said health advice from the NSW Government had informed today's decision.
"Despite the many challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, I am delighted to say Cricket Australia remains on track to deliver the men's international series as scheduled," Mr Hockley said.
"We have met regularly over the past week to assess the unfolding public health situation in Sydney and gauge its impact on border restrictions around the country.
Cricket Australia will put in place appropriate biosecurity measures to ensure the safety of the matches.
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