In a bid to avoid any allegations of match-fixing, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has warned players to stop wearing smartwatches during play. The warning came after a few members of the Pakistan cricket team were seen sporting smartwatches during the opening day of the ongoing test series against England at the Lord’s stadium in London.
Two players from the Pakistani team, namely Babar Azam and Asad Shafiq, were wearing smartwatches while fielding during England’s innings, but there was no suggestion of any wrongdoing on their part. Pakistani bowler Hasan Ali wasn’t sure which of his team mates were involved and was quoted saying:
It’s worth noting that only match officials, including the umpires, are allowed to keep any communication devices on them during play. Players are not allowed to keep any communications devices, not even in the dressing rooms, and are required to submit them before the commencement of the match.
