Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], January 3 (ANI): Cricket Association of Bengal announced that the local tournaments of First Division, Second Divison, and District, will be put on hold after certain players tested positive for COVID-19.

Keeping in mind the current pandemic situation, the CAB had conducted RTPCR Tests of all Bengal cricketers. "The results have come & it has been found certain players had tested positive. CAB is taking all necessary precautions & actions in this regard," stated an official CAB release.

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The CAB also announced that an Emergency Apex Council has been convened to take necessary decisions and review the current COVID situation.

"The CAB is also taking immediate steps to vaccinate the registered players who fall in the 15-18 age bracket since health and safety of the Cricketers and all concerned in the paramount to the association," stated an official CAB notice. (ANI)

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