Cuttack: More than 40,000 spectators are expected to pack the galleries at Barabati Stadium in Odisha’s Cuttack, which is hosting an ODI match after a gap of six years.
The last ODI played at this venue was in 2019, when India defeated West Indies by 4 wickets.
The roads leading to the stadium and the area in and around the ground have decked up with banners and lights, creating a festive atmosphere for the cricket event, which could well be the last hurrah of players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma at the ground.
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To manage the influx of fans, designated parking areas have been established around the stadium. Vehicles can be parked at Baliyatra Ground, Kanika Chhakk, Biju Patnaik Chhak, and Anand Bhawan Ground. Two-wheeler parking is available at Chandi Chhak and Kala Bikash Kendra Ground. Pass holders can access specific parking areas near Gate No. 14 and Bamboo Gada.
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Items prohibited inside the stadium
1. Spectators are not allowed to carry food, drinks, water bottles, binoculars, flags attached to sticks, radios, and digital cameras to the stadium.
2. Intoxicants such as alcohol, gutkha, cigarettes, or pan masala are also prohibited.
3. items that could be used as projectiles, such as coins, knives, lighters, matchboxes, and helmets, are not allowed.
4. Fans are advised only to bring only their mobile phones, valid tickets or passes, and a form of identification.
5. Baby formula, associated bottles, diapers, and infant care products are permitted for those coming to watch the match with young children. However, prams and strollers have to be checked in at designated areas.
6. Umbrellas are allowed but should not be raised if they may obstruct other spectators’ views.
Spectators can purchase food and drinking water, which will be made available at all galleries and pavilions of Barabati Stadium. The venue has provisions for differently-abled persons, including special seating areas, sources said.
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