T20 World Cup 2022: Adam Zampa Tests Covid-Positive Ahead Of AUS vs SL Clash

Perth: Aaron Finch-led Aussie side has taken a huge blow ahead of their clash with the current Asian Champions Sri Lanka. Their ace spinner, Adam Zampa has tested positive for covid-19. However, as per the new guidelines player who tested positive for covid-19 can still take part in the match. Ireland’s all-rounder George Dockrell was the first player of the T20 World Cup 2022 to test covid positive.

The defending Champions are still looking for their first win in the tournament. They lost their opening match against Kane Williamson’s New Zealand by a massive margin. They would be looking forward to getting back on the winning track and saving their chances to reach the semi-finals.

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Ireland’s George Dockrell turned out covid-positive too ahead of their match with Sri Lanka. Now, Adam Zampa testing positive ahead of the Sri Lanka match is the second such case in the T20 World Cup 2022. Although, just like Dockrell, Zampa can be expected to play as well.

If the Australia team decides to rest Zampa for the match Ashton Agar would be the most likely replacement for him in the playing 11 in the match against Sri Lanka. 

As per the new rules or guidelines by ICC, if a player shows symptoms or tests positive for covid-19. He or She can be allowed to come on the field and play the match if the medical staff of the team gives you a green flag. The only thing which needs to be put into consideration is the player showing symptoms can not travel with the team. They need to travel separately.