Bengaluru, Dec. 23 -- Bengaluru fans will likely not be able to watch Virat Kohli's Vijay Hazare Trophy match at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday against Andhra Pradesh, as the Karnataka government has decided to hold the match behind closed doors due to security concerns.

The BCCI's Centre of Excellence is being considered as an alternative venue if police permission isn't granted for Chinnaswamy, ESPNcricinfo reported.

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) had initially considered opening two stands to the public, which could've accommodated 2,000-3,000 spectators. However, the government shot down the proposal, citing security concerns and compliance issues.

According to ESPNcricinfo, the Karnataka government wants to pr...