TOP STORIES
Kane Williamson calls for greater commitment to Test Cricket
New Zealand's star batter Kane Williamson has once again voiced his strong support for Test cricket, calling on all stakeholders in the game to give the format serious importance, especially in nations where it faces the most significant challenges. Williamson, who has been a long-time advocate for preserving the traditional format, feels that two-match Test series are not ideal.
"There's been a lot of discussion about the Test game and how to keep breathing life into it, especially in countries where it's facing greater challenges. The concern with a potential two-tier system is how teams in the second tier can continue to improve and work their way up to the top division," Williamson said on the sidelines of the CEAT Cricket Rating Awards in Mumbai.
"Two-match Test series aren't ideal - I've played many for New Zealand and we always want more [games in a series] - but often this is the reality. I would love to see the Test game grow with more opportunities for teams and countries to develop, but those are complex discussions."
Williamson, who has amassed 9,276 runs in 105 Tests with 33 centuries and 37 half-centuries to his name, has often emphasised the unique value of Test cricket, believing that the format remains the pinnacle of the sport. He has in the past proposed the idea of creating designated windows in the international calendar for Test cricket. Notably, Williamson is currently operating under a casual playing contract with NZC, having opted out of the central contract.
Tags
More News
"He still wants to find a way to get into the Test team": West Indies legend lauds Abhishek Sharma
Following the breakout performances in the Indian Premier League, batting sensation Abhishek Sharma didn’t just light up the cash-rich league; he forced the door open into the Indian national team as well. Abhishek’s exceptionally spectacular campaign with SunRisers Hyderabad earned him a well-deserved call-up to the Indian T20I squad, where he has transitioned himself into a s...
"Things looked in shambles": Shreyas Iyer details his comeback to team India
Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has had a roller-coaster journey over the past year characterised by personal discipline and unwavering focus. Following his omission from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Central Contract list last year, Iyer found himself sidelined, but instead of letting the setback define him, Iyer rededicated himself to the game to ma...
Brian Lara urges West Indies players to reignite passion
It's quite visible that West Indies have been grappling with a prolonged period of decline. Legendary batsman and former captain Brian Lara has weighed in on the team's struggles, pointing to the lack of financial resources and modern technology as important issues undermining the side’s competitiveness. Sharing hs views, Lara expressed concern over the deeper ...
Ireland name squads for Bangladesh tour, Mark Adair and Josh Little set to make T20I returns
Ireland have confirmed their squads for the Test and T20I assignments against Bangladesh slated for November–December. The tour will include two Tests followed by a three‑match T20I series. Experienced pacers Mark Adair and Josh Little are ready to return for the T20I leg as Ireland ramp up their preparations for next year's T20I World Cup.
Much of the focus has been on Ireland’s re...
Womens ODI World Cup: Struggling Pakistan face a dauting task against star-studded Australia
Pakistan Women are ready to take on Australia Women in the 9th match of the ongoing Women's ODI World Cup on Wednesday at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The showdown is incredibly decisive for Pakistan’s campaign and their hopes of progressing beyond the group stage given their winless journey so far.
They enter this high-sta...
Android App
iOS App
YouTube
Facebook
Instagram