An accident on the Dhaka-Aricha highway has led to the postponement of two Dhaka Premier League (DPL) matches at the BKSP grounds in Savar. Reports indicate that all four teams were stuck in traffic for hours due to an oil lorry overturning and causing a fierce blaze, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.
The matches between Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi Club and Legends of Rupganj, as well as Prime Bank Cricket Club and Partex Sporting Club, have been rescheduled to Wednesday. The matches originally planned for Wednesday will now take place on Thursday, according to ESPNcricinfo report citing tournament officials.
As emergency services responded to the accident scene and the flames raged, the four teams found themselves stranded in the traffic jam, unable to reach the Savar venues on time. This forced tournament officials to postpone the matches scheduled to begin at 9:00 am local time, impacting the tightly packed schedule of the Dhaka Premier League.
The incident has once again highlighted the logistical challenges associated with hosting matches at the BKSP grounds, located 40 kilometers from the capital city. Discussions surrounding the safety and accessibility of these venues have been reignited following this tragic accident.
