130 Galle Staff Cover Pitch in Under 5 Minutes During Test
· Sports · Times of India, timesofindia.indiatimes
After the India–Sri Lanka Test finished at Galle International Stadium, 130 ground staff covered the pitch and grounds in under five minutes following an abrupt shower. Only 16 staff are permanent and 10 travel from Hambantota; the rest are hired daily for the game and practice sessions. Daily workers receive between 2,500 and 4,000 LKR, while supervisors like Manjula monitor cloud movements from the coastal ocean. Staff read the Indian Ocean for cloud build‑up, pausing until the official signal before moving covers, squares, and run‑up nets. The order of operations—pitch, square, run‑up, and full ground—ensures the match continues without delay.
Why it matters
Efficient ground coverage keeps Test matches uninterrupted, protecting revenue for Sri Lanka Cricket, broadcasters, and the India team’s schedule.
Read the original report — Times of India
Join us on Telegram
Breaking news the moment it lands. At 10,000 members we ship the Android app.