Concerned PCB in close contact with ECB over Covid-19 cases

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Tuesday it was in "close contact" with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) regarding the health and safety of its players after seven members of the England camp tested positive for Covid-19.

The ODI series between Pakistan and England commence at Cardiff on July 8.

"PCB has been in close contact with the ECB regarding concerns about the health and safety of its players since the news of Covid-19 outbreak in the England camp was shared with it on late Monday evening," PCB said in a statement.

"The PCB is satisfied by the assurances and guarantees provided by the ECB on behalf of its medical panel, and feels comfortable with the existing protocols that have been put in place to ensure all the Pakistan players and player support staff remain safe and secure throughout the duration of the series," it added.