When cricket practice starts after the Kovid-19 pandemic in Australia, the use of saliva or sweat to shine the ball will not be allowed. This is included in the suggestion given by the Australian Government in the blueprint for the return of the Games after this epidemic.
There is speculation that the ICC is also considering discontinuing the use of saliva to shine the ball to reduce its risk of infection. The ICC is considering the possibility of allowing the use of synthetic materials under the supervision of umpires to shine the red ball.
According to ESPN Cricinfo, the Australian Institute of Sports (AIS) has issued guidelines in consultation with federal and state governments in addition to medical experts, sports bodies, calling for a ban on the use of sweat and saliva to shine the ball.
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