West Indies fans and supporters have been given the assurance that the correct emblems will be used when they face South Africa in today’s all-important Super 8s match at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup match. NATIONNEWS highlighted that the incorrect logo and flag were being displayed in the pre-match ceremonies when the anthems were played in the five matches so far.
Cricket West Indies (CWI) was approached on the matter and outlined that they have been in contact with the ICC to have it rectified for this afternoon’s match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In a response to the query CWI advised “We’ve received confirmation that the giant flag has been re-printed correctly and will be ready for use from tomorrow’s match in Ahmedabad”. What was being displayed was an old version which was discontinued over a decade ago. It was not explained what led to the mix-up.
The West Indies team has been flying the flag brilliantly on the field at the marquee global showpiece with five wins out of five matches played. Another victory today would see them qualify for the semifinals. The third Super 8 match is against hosts India on Sunday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
