THE International Cricket Council has informed the West Indies Cricket Board that the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, in Antigua, may now be used for international cricket after passing an inspection.
In February 2009, the ground was the scene of a Test match between the West Indies and England that lasted only ten balls before being abandoned because of an outfield that was described in the ICC’s report as unfit.
The ICC told the WICB that the ground could not be used for international cricket for a period of 12 months and also gave the board an official warning for not preparing the ground effectively for the match. David Richardson, ICC general manager, said: “We congratulate the ground staff on their hard work.”
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