Lancashire Cricket Club has shifted blame onto spectators for the lengthy queues and delays experienced outside Old Trafford during the fourth Test between England and India. The club claims that a surge of late-arriving fans caused bottlenecks, leading to frustration among supporters.
Many attendees reported waiting for up to an hour to enter the ground, with some missing the opening overs of the match. Lancashire officials insist that additional staff were deployed to manage the crowds, but the sheer volume of latecomers overwhelmed the entry points.
Fan Frustration Mounts
Supporters took to social media to vent their frustrations, with some accusing the club of poor organisation. "Absolute shambles at Old Trafford this morning," one fan tweeted. "Queues stretching for miles and no clear direction from staff."
Despite the criticism, Lancashire maintains that the delays were primarily due to fans arriving just before play began. "We had sufficient staff and turnstiles operational, but the influx of late arrivals created an unavoidable backlog," a club spokesperson said.
Lessons for Future Matches
The club has promised to review its entry procedures ahead of future high-profile fixtures. Suggestions include staggered arrival times and better communication with ticket holders to encourage earlier attendance.
Meanwhile, the match itself provided plenty of drama on the field, with England and India locked in a tense battle. But for many fans, the day was marred by the chaotic scenes outside the stadium.
