Sri Lankan fans supporting their team against England during their ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 match at the Wellington Regional Stadium. Photo / Mark Mitchell
The crowd behaviour at the England v Sri Lanka Cricket World Cup game in Wellington yesterday has been commended.
Police said around 18,500 fans attended the fixture at the Wellington Regional Stadium and no arrests were made.
Seven people were evicted from the ground for alcohol-related issues over the course
of the day.
Inspector Brett Amas said the supportive crowd were obviously focussed on enjoying the game.
"It is great to see families and the kids out to enjoy another great game of cricket.
