Archive · 5 Oct 2026
Waterlogging Near Lucknow Stadium Raises Concern Before India-West Indies T20I
A cricket match between India and the West Indies is coming up in Lucknow.
The game is supposed to be played at Ekana Cricket Stadium.
Water collected in areas outside the stadium the day before the match.
Officials brought pumps to help remove it.
The water was not reported inside the stadium.
Clearing the area may help fans reach the venue more easily.
Many fans are expected to attend.
Officials are also watching the weather and ground conditions.
Water accumulated outside Ekana Cricket Stadium one day before the India-West Indies first T20I.
Authorities brought in pumps to remove water from affected areas.
The reported waterlogging is outside the stadium premises.
Officials are focused on clearing the surrounding areas and maintaining smooth access for fans.
The match is scheduled to take place in Lucknow, with weather and ground conditions still being watched.
- Who
- India and the West Indies are scheduled to play the first T20I.
- What
- Waterlogging outside Ekana Cricket Stadium prompted authorities to use pumps to drain affected areas.
- When
- One day before the first T20I.
- Where
- Outside Ekana Cricket Stadium in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow.
- Why
- Authorities are clearing the water to help ensure smooth access to the venue before the match.
- Match
- India vs West Indies, first T20I
- Venue
- Ekana Cricket Stadium
- Location
- Gomti Nagar, Lucknow
- Timing
- Waterlogging reported one day before the match
- Affected area
- Outside the stadium premises
- Response
- Authorities deployed pumps to clear accumulated water