Playing cricket without spectators would not be a totally new experience for any player who always plays with full stadiums, said India test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane. However, playing behind closed doors has been considered as one option to resume professional cricket, which has been suspended ever since the global pandemic novel coronavirus pandemic had started affecting the people worldwide and the restrictions have imposed around the world as well.

Among the tournaments which have been affected this year is the 13th edition of Indian Premier League (IPL), which was scheduled to start on March 29 but later it has been postponed indefinitely which also delayed Rahane's debut season for Delhi Capitals who used to play for Rajasthan Royals.

"COVID-19 pandemic has taught everyone that unexpected things can happen," Rahane said in an Instagram Live session with the franchise's official account. "As for IPL or any other sport, I feel it could be played without spectators. All of us have played domestic cricket in almost empty stadiums, so that's an experience all cricketers are used to.”

He further added, "We are nothing without our fans, and that's why their safety is of utmost importance. Even if they get to watch some live action from home, I am sure that will be an enjoyable experience as well," said the 31-year-old. The safety of fans is key, and if we need to play in empty stadiums for that, we are open to do it."

While playing in empty stadiums the players will never feel the same way they feel with the fans and supporters, but New Zealand captain Kane Williamson shared that he could understand the players' desperation to get back to the field.

"When there's simply nobody there, all you hear is the crack of a cricket bat...but you have to adapt," Kane Williamson said.