Why is security Increased for England vs New zealand Cricket matches

SECURITY INCREASED FOR ENGLAND VS NEW ZEALAND MATCHES ?

Third one day women's international  is supposed to be played on Tuesday at Leicestershire's upon steel county ground (England).

But what made board take the decision to increase security at the Ground ?

Leicester upon steel county ground
                    

An Email threat that was received related to tourists made the board take necessary actions and increase security at the ground. 

The New zealand cricket team spokesperson told that the initial warning was delivered via the England and Wales cricket board.


He said "The ECB have received a threatening email relating to NZC. Although this did not specifically reference the white ferns , it was treated seriously , investigated ,and deemed not credible,"

He further added "The White Ferns have now arrived in Leicester and , as a precaution ,security around them has been boosted."



England will be playing under the captaincy of Heather Knight in the tournament whereas New Zealand would be led by Sophie Devine.


England leads by 2-0 in the tournament. 




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