Jay Shah Announces Cash Prize For Curators and Groundsmen Of Asia Cup Venues In Kandy And Colombo – News18

The Asia Cup has had its moments of heartbreak and frustration. Not just for Pakistan who lost in the very last ball, or Afghanistan who weren’t wary of the run-rate for qualification, but also for those who have spectated the games.

Rains have been a persistent spoilsport across the length of the tournament with multiple fixtures being cancelled, cut short or extended for multiple days. And in the midst of it all lie the unsung heroes who have worked tirelessly to ensure some Asia Cup action for us all to witness: the groundskeepers.

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In a gesture of appreciation and thankfulness for those who have toiled over the period of this tournament, ACC and BCCI president Jay Shah took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to announce that the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) will be coming together to provide a cash prize of USD 50,000 for the curators and workers.

Shah wrote on X, ” Big Shoutout to the Unsung Heroes of Cricket! 🙌 The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) are proud to announce a well-deserved prize money of USD 50,000 for the dedicated curators and groundsmen at Colombo and Kandy.

“Their unwavering commitment and hard work made the Asia Cup 2023 an unforgettable spectacle. From pitch perfection to lush outfields, they ensured the stage was set for thrilling cricket action.

This recognition highlights the critical role these individuals play in cricket’s success. Let’s celebrate and honour their yeoman services!”

The Asia Cup final of India vs Sri Lanka is underway at the Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Catch all the live action and updates here on CricketNext.

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