26 July 2020

In pictures: Crowds return to domestic cricket at The Oval

26 July 2020

Fans are back at domestic cricket today, with Surrey’s friendly against Middlesex chosen as a pilot event by the Government.

Up to 1,000 spectators are allowed at The Oval for the two-day event as plans are worked on for a return of spectators following the coronavirus pandemic.

Here, the PA news agency follows the day’s events in pictures.

The sun was shining for the two-day game (PA Wire)
Preparation of the surface remained the same (PA Wire)
But for the fans, it was all new (PA Wire)
Instructions were clearly marked (PA Wire)
And masks were worn and hands sterilised on entry (PA Wire)
On the field, the picture remained a pretty one (PA Wire)
Though fans were well spaced out (PA Wire)

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