5 times matches were interrupted in cricket

Here are five cricket matches that were stopped or affected by unusual occurrences:

1. The Smell of Gas in Mumbai (1984): During a Test match between India and England in Mumbai (then Bombay), play was halted when a strong smell of gas was detected at the Wankhede Stadium. The players and spectators were evacuated, and the match was postponed for safety reasons.

2. Bee Invasion in Johannesburg (2009): In a Test match between South Africa and Sri Lanka at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg, a swarm of bees descended onto the pitch. The players, umpires, and groundstaff had to lie flat on the ground to avoid the bees. Play was delayed until the bees moved on.

3. Blackout in Sydney (1998): During a One Day International (ODI) between Australia and the West Indies at the Sydney Cricket Ground, the floodlights went out unexpectedly, causing a temporary stoppage in play. This rare incident led to the match being completed in natural daylight.

4. Foggy Conditions in Delhi (1999): A Test match between India and Pakistan in Delhi was severely affected by dense fog. On one day, the visibility was so poor that play was interrupted several times, and the match had to be extended to accommodate the lost overs.

5. Frog Invasion in West Indies (2010): In a Test match between India and the West Indies at the Queen's Park Oval in Trinidad, play was interrupted when a large number of frogs invaded the field. The groundstaff had to remove the frogs before play could continue.

These unusual occurrences serve as a reminder that cricket, like any outdoor sport, can be influenced by unexpected events beyond the control of players and officials.