The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) has taken action following the controversy over overpriced drinking water during the fifth and final T20I between India and New Zealand at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday, January 31.
As per ANI, spectators were reportedly charged above the permitted rates at multiple stalls inside the venue. According to BCCI guidelines, the price of packaged drinking water was fixed at ₹10 for 200 ml, while energy drinks and juices were capped at ₹50 for 250 ml.
Vendors were instructed to clearly display prices at all counters, ensure adequate stock, and adhere to the eco-friendly ‘Green Protocol.’ The report further stated that the BCCI has assured appropriate action after complaints emerged about inflated prices at certain stalls.
The KCA also expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to fans and confirmed that stricter steps would be implemented for upcoming matches at the stadium. Notably, the India–New Zealand fixture marked the first men’s international match at the venue in 26 months.
As reported by Times Now, the MCA Stadium in Pune was previously embroiled in a similar controversy, with spectators alleging that vendors charged ₹80 for 100 ml of drinking water during the second Test between India and New Zealand in 2024.
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Ishan Kishan’s century, combined with a five-wicket haul from Arshdeep Singh, powered India to a 46-run victory over New Zealand in the fifth T20I. The win sealed a 4-1 series triumph for the Suryakumar Yadav-led side and marked India’s eighth straight T20I series win since lifting the 2024 T20 World Cup.
During this successful run, Team India also clinched the Asia Cup in 2025. The Men in Blue are set to face South Africa in a warm-up match in Navi Mumbai on Wednesday, February 4, before kicking off their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA in Mumbai on Saturday, February 7.
The defending champions will also take on Namibia, Pakistan (subject to the PCB’s final decision), and the Netherlands in their group-stage matches.
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