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BCCI secretary Jay Shah on Tuesday said that he is looking forward to Kohli's 100th Test and wished by him the very best. BCCI on Tuesday allowed 50 per cent spectators for the Mohali Test where Kohli will 100th Test of his career, becoming only 12th Indian batter to play 100 or more Test matches. In a statement released by BCCI, Jay Shah was quoted saying, "I am really looking forward to Virat Kohli’s 100th Test and wish our champion cricketer the very best."
“The first Test between India and Sri Lanka to be played at the Punjab Cricket Stadium in Mohali will not be held behind closed doors. The decision to allow spectators into the ground is one taken by the State Cricketing Associations and in the present circumstances, is based on various factors. I have spoken with the PCA office bearers and they have confirmed that cricket fans will be able to witness the historic moment of Virat Kohli playing his 100th Test match," Jay Shah was quoted in a statement.
“While we started off the West Indies Tour of India behind closed doors, the encouraging dip in COVID-19 cases allowed the hosting associations to permit crowds. Based on the advisories by the State Health Authorities fans were able to witness the games in Kolkata and Dharamsala while UPCA had Lucknow T20I without crowds owing to polling a day before the match," he said.
