‘Unsafe Pitch’ Prompts Umpires To Suspend Big Bash League Match. Video | Cricket News
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The Big Bash League (BBL) 2023 match between Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers had to be suspended on Sunday after the umpires deemed the pitch wasn't fit to be used for the match. On several occasions, the ball incurred sharp bounce, threatening the safety of the batters. The umpires decided to have a call after 6.5 overs were bowled by the Renegades to the Scorchers and decided to suspend the game, taking up the matter with the organisers.The problem is said to have become serious because of a damp area on the pitch which is unsettling the batters. Whenever the bowlers would bowl in that area, the ball would bounce awkwardly. Some divots could also be spotted on the surface, concerning both sets of players.It has to be noted that there was some overnight rain at the Geelon...