Middle East airspace closures go away eradicated T20 World Cup groups stranded in India | EUROtoday

Geopolitical tensions within the Middle East have left the West Indies and Zimbabwe cricket groups stranded in India, delaying their return dwelling from the T20 World Cup.

International airspace closures and widespread flight cancellations throughout Gulf nations, stemming from escalating battle between Iran, the US and Israel, have disrupted a number of the world’s busiest transit hubs.

Both groups had lately exited the match; West Indies failed to achieve the semi-finals after a five-wicket loss to hosts India on Sunday, whereas Zimbabwe was eradicated following three defeats of their Super Eights matches in opposition to West Indies, India and South Africa.

Zimbabwe Cricket confirmed the state of affairs in a social media publish, stating: “The Zimbabwe men’s team remains safe and well in India… the squad was scheduled to return home via Dubai.”

Cricket West Indies (CWI) introduced they’re working intently with the game’s international governing physique, the International Cricket Council (ICC), to safe protected journey preparations for his or her gamers and employees.

The ICC, which is headquartered in Dubai, had beforehand activated contingency plans for its personal personnel who have been additionally scheduled to transit via the area.

CWI reiterated their major concern, including: “The safety and well-being of our players, coaches, and officials remain our highest priority.”

Both group had impressed throughout the early levels of the match, with Zimbabwe beating Australia and Sri Lanka of their group, whereas West Indies additionally went via the preliminary group stage unbeaten after choosing up a formidable win in opposition to England.

However, they got here unstuck within the Super Eights, and won’t be concerned on this week’s semi-finals.

The first semi-final is because of happen on Wednesday, with an unbeaten South Africa taking over New Zealand.

The following day, England and India will meet in Mumbai for the third consecutive time on the semi-final stage of the T20 World Cup.