The month of December 2020 witnessed several significant sports events across various disciplines despite the challenges posed by the global pandemic. Many tournaments and competitions were held with strict health protocols in place.
In cricket, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia commenced in December 2020. The first test match started on December 17th at Adelaide Oval, where Australia faced India in a highly anticipated series.
Football saw the continuation of various European leagues including the English Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A. The UEFA Champions League group stages were also underway during this period with matches being played throughout the month.
Basketball enthusiasts enjoyed the start of the NBA preseason games in December 2020, as teams prepared for the upcoming regular season. The games were conducted in bio-secure bubbles to ensure player safety.
Other notable events included the World Darts Championship which began on December 15th, and various winter sports competitions that adapted to the challenging circumstances of the pandemic year. |