ECB considers to host international matches behind closed doors.

London -- England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) director of events Steve Elworthy has revealed that they are considering plans to hold International matches behind closed doors where no more than 500 people will be allowed.

As England is scheduled to host West Indies, Pakistan for full tours followed by limited-overs series against Australia and Ireland, Elworthy guaranteed that the plans will be made keeping in mind the safety of all the stakeholders involved.

'We're mapping out what international matches would look like behind closed doors. The advice around mass gatherings was 500 people or fewer. That was guided by the potential impact on critical services like paramedics and doctors.' Elworthy said in an interview with 'The Guardian'.

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