"It is clear that this tragedy will affect people in different ways, and Canterbury Cricket is here to support our players however we can. "We fully respect their decision, and I am incredibly proud of how they conducted themselves throughout this process." However, the Auckland squad has travelled to Dunedin without Black Caps stars Martin Guptill and Lockie Ferguson, who elected to step down from the match, a decision fully respected by their teammates and the Auckland Cricket Association. "Auckland Cricket and New Zealand Cricket completely respect and support their decision. "Our players fully respect the Canterbury team's decision," said Central Districts CEO Pete de Wet.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 16, 2019 03:56 UTC