BCCI says 'no' to rank turners in ODI World Cup 2023: Reports

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has implied an entirely impartial stance for the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 despite the country having had a history of sluggish, low-turning pitches.

According to reports, the BCCI has instructed the curators to use the chemical named Apsa 80. Apsa 80 is a fertiliser that is applied to cricket fields as well as farmland. The usage of this chemical aids in penetration and permits improvement of the pitch when rainwater causes dew to accumulate on the ground. 

As per a report in MyKhel, a solid batting track is what is anticipated using the aforementioned chemical, as it will provide equal chances for both sides. The team batting second typically has it very difficult because of rank turners, but the BCCI will not use that strategy in the ICC mega event. The Curators have been instructed by the BCCI to create wickets that will provide good-quality cricket throughout the 100 overs. As a result, there won't be any sluggish or low-rank turners in the ongoing event.

It is worth noting that Team India have an excellent spin department. However, the apex body will not do anything that could be used as evidence that they gave the team an unfair advantage in the tournament.

BCCI to reduce dew factor for World Cup 2023 

The BCCI has also decided to reduce the dew factor in the ongoing World Cup. The board has asked the curators to stop watering the pitch. Reduced water delivery to the pitch can help reduce dew accumulation on the deck during the October–November period because there will be less moisture on the deck. The length of the grass is also specified, and the Indian pitch curators are instructed to maintain the grass as short as possible.