Increased crowd numbers can now attend Cricket World Cup matches in New Zealand. The capacity at the tournament's six venues in New Zealand has been at just ...
"We're really optimistic that conditions will continue to improve, allowing us to cater for more fans at the knockout games," said Andrea Nelson. Organisers expect to release tickets for the Eden Park double header in the coming days, and will be creating a waitlist for fans keen to attend the semifinals in Wellington and Christchurch and the final at Hagley Oval on April 3. The increase is a boost for the White Ferns as they prepare for a key match against Australia this weekend in Wellington.
This year on International Women's Day, Kiwi girls and boys don't need to look far to find inspiring role models โ the Women's Cricket World Cup is playing.
Now, as then, the Australians are the benchmark for success. A huge call for a young player โ and the right call. Few people would ask players in the men's team about their kids or wonder how a man balances sporting success with family life.
Covid restrictions ease to allow up to 1500 people to cheer on the White Ferns in Sunday's big match against the tournament favourites in Wellington.
So we're asking you to support us with more than your attention. Like elite athletes at their peak, our sports journalists are highly trained in the art of news. Capacity at matches has been increased from 10 per cent to 20 per cent, under Covid-19 social distancing regulations.