West Indies cricket team stranded in India due to international airspace restrictions
Cricket West Indies says safety of players, coaches, and officials remains top priority as travel arrangements are finalised
The West Indies cricket team’s departure home has been delayed after their exit from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup due to international airspace restrictions following the Israel-Iran conflict in the Gulf region.
Cricket West Indies (CWI) said these restrictions are a direct result of the security threats posed by military action in the Gulf, which has impacted several international flight routes and required airlines to adjust scheduled services for safety reasons.
“CWI is working closely with the International Cricket Council (ICC), relevant governmental authorities and airline partners to secure the earliest possible safe travel arrangements for the squad and support staff. The safety and well-being of our players, coaches, and officials remain our highest priority,” the statement read.
The team is currently accommodated in India and remains safe and well. “We continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide further updates as confirmed travel arrangements are finalised,” the CWI added.
