England batsman Tom Banton is “feeling OK so far” after testing positive for coronavirus while playing in the Pakistan Super League.
Somerset’s Banton made a strong start at the PSL with Quetta Gladiators, but is now isolating.
Monday’s clash between Quetta and Islamabad United had to be postponed after Islamabad’s Fawad Ahmed returned a positive test.
— Tom Banton (@TBanton18) March 3, 2021
“Unfortunately I received a positive Covid-19 test yesterday and I am now isolating and following the PSL protocols,” Banton tweeted.
“Fortunately I am feeling OK so far and I have been well looked after by the PCB and Quetta Gladiators.
“Thanks for the support, look after yourselves and stay safe.”
📰 PCB to offer players and officials Covid-19 vaccine shotshttps://t.co/kMGAfAiQTt#MatchDikhao | #HBLPSL6 — PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) March 3, 2021
The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced it will offer Covid-19 vaccines to players to ensure the competition can proceed safely.
The vaccine doses will be administered on Thursday to all players and officials who want the jabs.
