PRETORIA (Reuters) - The third Twenty20 International between South Africa and India was halted early in the home side’s reply after a wave of flying ants descended on Centurion Park in Pretoria on Wednesday and forced the players from the field.

The third T20I between India and South Africa was temporarily halted due to thousands of flying ants descending on the stadium. Players were asked to stop by the umpires after the first over of the second innings, with the ants making it impossible to carry on.

Following the flying ants incident in Centurion, we take a look at four other instances when international cricket matches were stopped due to bizarre reasons

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan has affirmed that all India players will be welcomed with open arms should they travel for the Champions Trophy in February.

(Reuters) - The Pakistan Cricket Board has sought clarification from the sport's governing International Cricket Council (ICC) following India's refusal to travel across the border for next year's Champions Trophy, a PCB spokesperson told Reuters on Tuesday.

India has thrown a wrench into the ICC Champions Trophy tournament slated to be played in Pakistan in February. The competition is considered the second most exciting and lucrative league behind the World Cup as it involves the top eight Test nations.