It is the first time ever that players have worn anti-pollution masks on a field while playing. The visitors also halted proceedings thrice. Some of the Lankan substitute fielders also refused to take the field. This forced India to declare their innings.
C K Khanna, acting president of the BCCI was clearly not best pleased an wondered why the Sri Lankan team “made a big fuss”. He also said that the matter would be taken up with Sri Lankan Cricket Board.
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