Babar Azam, Daniel Hesson Open to Pink-Ball Tests After Lost Overs
· Sports · ESPNCricinfo, NDTV Sports
Pakistan captain Babar Azam and head coach Daniel Hesson have expressed openness to playing Test matches with a pink ball. This consideration follows the recent Test against Sri Lanka, where approximately 141 overs were lost due to various factors. Only three innings were completed across the five days of play in that match. The discussion around pink-ball Tests aims to address issues like lost playing time in traditional red-ball cricket.
Why it matters
Switching to pink-ball Tests could help mitigate significant playing time losses in cricket, potentially leading to more conclusive matches. This change would impact players, broadcasters, and fans by ensuring more action and potentially increasing the sport's appeal.
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