The Indian diaspora in UAE is excited about India’s biggest sporting tournament
The United Arab Emirates is all set for the second part of the Indian Premier League-2021. It has taken all possible measures to contain the spread of Covid-19 as a large number of viewers are expected during the match.
Even though the infection is under control in the country, the authorities are not in a mood to take any chance.
The organisers, however, have decided to allow entry of cricket fans inside the stadium. The Indian diaspora in UAE is excited about India’s biggest sporting tournament.
In order to avoid spread of the virus, some rules have been made for the spectators coming to watch the match. The most important is wearing the mask all the time.
The new rules have also been shared with the eight franchises. According to the guidelines, fans visiting the Dubai International Cricket Stadium will not have to undergo a PCR test 48 hours before entering the stand, but they will have to show proof of taking both doses of the vaccine. In any stadium, spectators will have to wear masks at all times and it will be mandatory to follow all the rules of social distancing.
In order to avoid spread of the virus, some rules have been made for the spectators coming to watch the match. The most important is wearing the mask all the time
Dubai and Sharjah have different rules:
During this period, the rule of showing vaccination certificate will not apply to children below the age of 12 years only. Fans have been asked to download e-tickets in their mobiles to help them in scanning at the gate. Whereas, in Sharjah only people above 16 years of age, will be allowed in the stadium. Here the spectators will not only have to show the vaccination certificate but they will also have to undergo a PCR test 48 hours before the match. If you want to watch matches then you must have green status on Al Hosn app.
Rules of Abu Dhabi Stadium
Visitors over the age of 16 must show a vaccination certificate at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. PCR test will have to be done 48 hours before entering the stadium. Visitors in the age group of 12 to 15 years will not need a vaccination certificate but must have a PCR test report. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21. Body temperature will be checked while entering the stadium. Keep in mind that once you go out of the stadium premises, entry will not be available again.
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