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ICC Acknowledges Pitch Problems at New York Venue

ICC (International Cricket Council) has acknowledged ongoing issues with the drop-in pitches at its showcase ground in New York and has promised that ground staff will work to address them. While players and coaches have refrained from public criticism, India has privately voiced concerns about the unpredictable bounce and two-paced nature of the pitches at Eisenhower Park. In response, the ICC stated that efforts are underway to improve the consistency of the surfaces for the remaining matches. Concerns have escalated following low-scoring games and instances of uneven bounce, with the toss becoming crucial in determining match outcomes.

Additionally, the dimensions of the boundaries and the slow outfield have hindered run-scoring, leading to underwhelming cricket spectacles. Despite these challenges, ICC officials maintain their commitment to the New York venue and have no plans to relocate matches to venues in Florida or Texas. The drop-in pitches, transported from Australia and cultivated in Florida before installation in New York, have faced scrutiny for their performance. The use of high-clay content soil, similar to pitches in Adelaide, has contributed to the unpredictable nature of the surfaces.

Criticism over the quality of pitches has marred the tournament, co-hosted by the US and the West Indies with concerns raised about player safety and the overall cricketing experience. In addition to addressing issues with the main stadium pitches, concerns have been raised about the training facility pitches at nearby Cantiague Park. Despite efforts to rectify these issues including adjustments to the boundary sizes, challenges persist in delivering optimal playing conditions for the T20 World Cup matches in New York.

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