ODI cricket and general cricketing discussion [self - mod]

[Ayers]

New Zealand is currently touring Pakistan but the stadiums are empty even in the final two days of the match which is not that great. I expected to see some crowd but that was not the case.

What is the reason behind the lack of public crowd? There may be restrictions on general viewers or there is no presence of spectators due to Test match. As far as I know, few countries in Asia have the highest number of cricket fans. Pakistan is one of them. There must be any number of reasons behind the crowd. If there is no restriction. Hopefully we will be able to see a big crowd at that place when the ODI series starts from Jan 09.

I am a middle aged person and in my early days of cricket watching, I prefer only ODI but now I love test cricket as well. I developed interest in cricket by watching my performance of my national players; when I love my country, I watched only action packed cricket but when I started loving cricket itself, I started watching / following test cricket. All I am trying to say is, test cricket is for different audience who enjoy for temperament kind of skill in cricket.

From every country, there are people who love test cricket for different reasons but the percentage is very low compared to ODI or T20 and I am afraid this percentage may shrink further in coming years due to rise of social media.

Watching test cricket is absolutely a waste of time right now. There are so many other activities that can be done instead of watching a test cricket match. I would rather watch a T-20 match or the highlights of a one day international cricket match rather than watch a test cricket match. For me, test cricket only exists in the highlights. I just see the results of test matches and also the highlights of the test matches. I don’t have the time to watch a five day test match and I am also quite sure that this is the case for a lot of people in the world.

[Naficopa]

New Zealand is currently touring Pakistan but the stadiums are empty even in the final two days of the match which is not that great. I expected to see some crowd but that was not the case.

What is the reason behind the lack of public crowd? There may be restrictions on general viewers or there is no presence of spectators due to Test match. As far as I know, few countries in Asia have the highest number of cricket fans. Pakistan is one of them. There must be any number of reasons behind the crowd. If there is no restriction. Hopefully we will be able to see a big crowd at that place when the ODI series starts from Jan 09.

I am a middle aged person and in my early days of cricket watching, I prefer only ODI but now I love test cricket as well. I developed interest in cricket by watching my performance of my national players; when I love my country, I watched only action packed cricket but when I started loving cricket itself, I started watching / following test cricket. All I am trying to say is, test cricket is for different audience who enjoy for temperament kind of skill in cricket.

From every country, there are people who love test cricket for different reasons but the percentage is very low compared to ODI or T20 and I am afraid this percentage may shrink further in coming years due to rise of social media.

Watching test cricket is absolutely a waste of time right now. There are so many other activities that can be done instead of watching a test cricket match. I would rather watch a T-20 match or the highlights of a one day international cricket match rather than watch a test cricket match. For me, test cricket only exists in the highlights. I just see the results of test matches and also the highlights of the test matches. I don’t have the time to watch a five day test match and I am also quite sure that this is the case for a lot of people in the world.

People don't prefer or like to watch test match at all now as they like to watch t20 cricket alot , even people don't watch on TV . Coming to stadium for watching a test series is almost finished now.
In next test match pcb Is considering to make entry free for watching match to gather some audience in empty stadiums.

[Marvell1]

Even I am agreed about this India and Pakistan relationship having impact on this all but not as mostly peoples are talking about this all because Pakistan cricket can survive and development without any Indian support but right now main issue is domestic issue which is creating mess up and not allowing common peoples to do things in positive way most of the time we have too much political influence and military influence as well which is not allowing any development and peoples are fed up even recently we have nearly 1 million peoples already out of Pakistan for their better future.

Now in 2022 we have three big teams in Pakistan but sadly due to bad management and poor things they fail to attract peoples and having too many problems which are surely hurting more change of management in PCB is also having after shocks as well, so all things are going against common people's mindset which is surely not positive.

Actually, Pakistan is failing in terms of politics. The country is absolutely unstable at this moment in terms of politics and I think we all know that the people who did not want Imran Khan to be in power, are not in power by themselves. Everything is so chaotic right now in Pakistani politics. I hope they will be able to overcome this situation.

And if we talk about the situation of cricket in Pakistan it is also not very positive right now. If you look at the glory days of Pakistan cricket and if you look at how Pakistan is performing and also the management of Pakistan cricket we will see a very big difference between them. But it's not like the quality has significantly decreased. Pakistan cricket is suffering because of politics. And I also agree with you on the management part. Pakistan wouldn't have been in this position if management was good.

[LittleBitFunny]

Yes, I agree with you. There is a problem with test cricket, which is that you need a certain amount of skills in order to be able to execute the plans that you have made. In spite of that, if you are giving this job to a young player, he is most likely not experienced enough to be able to put the plan into effect as you planned.
But in one-day internationals or T20 cricket, that is not necessary, because the batsman is most likely to play shots anyway. It is true that test cricket is a form of cricket where the margin for error is really low. And experience is much needed in test cricket.

Young local bowler has a better chance to outbowl overseas bowler (spin or pace) but only if you are bold enough to provide them with better conditions to bowl.

I bet if PCB had the guts to create fast pitches which they already do in domestic and against Bangbros etc then these last 3 series would've been very competitive.

The Pakistan cricket board did not give any chance to the bowlers with the kind of pitch that they created. Almost all of them were flat. I am also quite sure that if the Pakistan cricket board actually took some risk and tried to give the bowlers the pitch that they wanted, I believe Pakistani bowlers could have shown a good performance.

But they just got hit for runs here and there. There was no way even a good or even a top-class bowler could have performed very well in this condition. Pakistan cricket board should start showing some confidence in their own players.

[YinShuiSiYuan]

Yes, I agree with you. There is a problem with test cricket, which is that you need a certain amount of skills in order to be able to execute the plans that you have made. In spite of that, if you are giving this job to a young player, he is most likely not experienced enough to be able to put the plan into effect as you planned.
But in one-day internationals or T20 cricket, that is not necessary, because the batsman is most likely to play shots anyway. It is true that test cricket is a form of cricket where the margin for error is really low. And experience is much needed in test cricket.

Young local bowler has a better chance to outbowl overseas bowler (spin or pace) but only if you are bold enough to provide them with better conditions to bowl.

I bet if PCB had the guts to create fast pitches which they already do in domestic and against Bangbros etc then these last 3 series would've been very competitive.

The Pakistan cricket board did not give any chance to the bowlers with the kind of pitch that they created. Almost all of them were flat. I am also quite sure that if the Pakistan cricket board actually took some risk and tried to give the bowlers the pitch that they wanted, I believe Pakistani bowlers could have shown a good performance.

But they just got hit for runs here and there. There was no way even a good or even a top-class bowler could have performed very well in this condition. Pakistan cricket board should start showing some confidence in their own players.

Despite of making flat pitches or highways as you people say there is nothing from Pakistani side as they are still not making sufficient runs for test match and they are getting whitewashed by opponent . In return England and Newzealand are making good runs on these pitches and are winning the matches. So the pitch is not an issue here, Pakistan need to work on their batting side and balling too their backup Is not good as top bowlers are not playing right now.

[BobK71]

Yes, I agree with you. There is a problem with test cricket, which is that you need a certain amount of skills in order to be able to execute the plans that you have made. In spite of that, if you are giving this job to a young player, he is most likely not experienced enough to be able to put the plan into effect as you planned.
But in one-day internationals or T20 cricket, that is not necessary, because the batsman is most likely to play shots anyway. It is true that test cricket is a form of cricket where the margin for error is really low. And experience is much needed in test cricket.

Young local bowler has a better chance to outbowl overseas bowler (spin or pace) but only if you are bold enough to provide them with better conditions to bowl.

I bet if PCB had the guts to create fast pitches which they already do in domestic and against Bangbros etc then these last 3 series would've been very competitive.

The Pakistan cricket board did not give any chance to the bowlers with the kind of pitch that they created. Almost all of them were flat. I am also quite sure that if the Pakistan cricket board actually took some risk and tried to give the bowlers the pitch that they wanted, I believe Pakistani bowlers could have shown a good performance.

But they just got hit for runs here and there. There was no way even a good or even a top-class bowler could have performed very well in this condition. Pakistan cricket board should start showing some confidence in their own players.

Pakistan Cricket Board is going to do something like that in the upcoming test match. Perhaps the pitch of the next match will favor the bowlers. And if that strategy works then the Pakistani bowlers will get maximum advantage and will be able to maintain the reputation of their bowling. Hence we can assume that the pitch for the next match will be for the bowlers. In that case the run rate will naturally decrease. However, how logical Pakistan's decision is depends on the performance of the upcoming matches. Another test match will start tomorrow. But then there will be ODI ‍serues from 9 January where their performance will be very consistent.

[n0ne]

Yes, I agree with you. There is a problem with test cricket, which is that you need a certain amount of skills in order to be able to execute the plans that you have made. In spite of that, if you are giving this job to a young player, he is most likely not experienced enough to be able to put the plan into effect as you planned.
But in one-day internationals or T20 cricket, that is not necessary, because the batsman is most likely to play shots anyway. It is true that test cricket is a form of cricket where the margin for error is really low. And experience is much needed in test cricket.

Young local bowler has a better chance to outbowl overseas bowler (spin or pace) but only if you are bold enough to provide them with better conditions to bowl.

I bet if PCB had the guts to create fast pitches which they already do in domestic and against Bangbros etc then these last 3 series would've been very competitive.

The Pakistan cricket board did not give any chance to the bowlers with the kind of pitch that they created. Almost all of them were flat. I am also quite sure that if the Pakistan cricket board actually took some risk and tried to give the bowlers the pitch that they wanted, I believe Pakistani bowlers could have shown a good performance.

But they just got hit for runs here and there. There was no way even a good or even a top-class bowler could have performed very well in this condition. Pakistan cricket board should start showing some confidence in their own players.

Making pitches to favour them is not at all the right way. Every home team does it and even Pakistan could've done it. We don't know the reality and India is the best to do it. Whatever the pitch might be, it is the performance from the player that needs to come out. Just look at Kane Williamson, he played his natural game and if he had done it in the fourth innings he could've suffered because the pitch varies. So, making pitch favour is not the way to boost confidence in players.

[ThemePen]

Yes, I agree with you. There is a problem with test cricket, which is that you need a certain amount of skills in order to be able to execute the plans that you have made. In spite of that, if you are giving this job to a young player, he is most likely not experienced enough to be able to put the plan into effect as you planned.
But in one-day internationals or T20 cricket, that is not necessary, because the batsman is most likely to play shots anyway. It is true that test cricket is a form of cricket where the margin for error is really low. And experience is much needed in test cricket.

Young local bowler has a better chance to outbowl overseas bowler (spin or pace) but only if you are bold enough to provide them with better conditions to bowl.

I bet if PCB had the guts to create fast pitches which they already do in domestic and against Bangbros etc then these last 3 series would've been very competitive.

The Pakistan cricket board did not give any chance to the bowlers with the kind of pitch that they created. Almost all of them were flat. I am also quite sure that if the Pakistan cricket board actually took some risk and tried to give the bowlers the pitch that they wanted, I believe Pakistani bowlers could have shown a good performance.

But they just got hit for runs here and there. There was no way even a good or even a top-class bowler could have performed very well in this condition. Pakistan cricket board should start showing some confidence in their own players.

Making pitches to favour them is not at all the right way. Every home team does it and even Pakistan could've done it. We don't know the reality and India is the best to do it. Whatever the pitch might be, it is the performance from the player that needs to come out. Just look at Kane Williamson, he played his natural game and if he had done it in the fourth innings he could've suffered because the pitch varies. So, making pitch favour is not the way to boost confidence in players.

Yes I also think that the pitches is not the matter. If the player has ability so he can do its best on the wrong pitch too. His practice can make him perfect in his performance. Because practice makes man fit.
We can see the street players they don't have pitch like the national players have. But bowl really well because they are practicing daily or weekly basis. And I am sure if they(street players) can bowl in the street and have good practice so they can bowl well on the real pitch too.

[BobK71]

Yes, I agree with you. There is a problem with test cricket, which is that you need a certain amount of skills in order to be able to execute the plans that you have made. In spite of that, if you are giving this job to a young player, he is most likely not experienced enough to be able to put the plan into effect as you planned.
But in one-day internationals or T20 cricket, that is not necessary, because the batsman is most likely to play shots anyway. It is true that test cricket is a form of cricket where the margin for error is really low. And experience is much needed in test cricket.

Young local bowler has a better chance to outbowl overseas bowler (spin or pace) but only if you are bold enough to provide them with better conditions to bowl.

I bet if PCB had the guts to create fast pitches which they already do in domestic and against Bangbros etc then these last 3 series would've been very competitive.

The Pakistan cricket board did not give any chance to the bowlers with the kind of pitch that they created. Almost all of them were flat. I am also quite sure that if the Pakistan cricket board actually took some risk and tried to give the bowlers the pitch that they wanted, I believe Pakistani bowlers could have shown a good performance.

But they just got hit for runs here and there. There was no way even a good or even a top-class bowler could have performed very well in this condition. Pakistan cricket board should start showing some confidence in their own players.

Making pitches to favour them is not at all the right way. Every home team does it and even Pakistan could've done it. We don't know the reality and India is the best to do it. Whatever the pitch might be, it is the performance from the player that needs to come out. Just look at Kane Williamson, he played his natural game and if he had done it in the fourth innings he could've suffered because the pitch varies. So, making pitch favour is not the way to boost confidence in players.

Yes I also think that the pitches is not the matter. If the player has ability so he can do its best on the wrong pitch too. His practice can make him perfect in his performance. Because practice makes man fit.
We can see the street players they don't have pitch like the national players have. But bowl really well because they are practicing daily or weekly basis. And I am sure if they(street players) can bowl in the street and have good practice so they can bowl well on the real pitch too.

The best quality of a good player is that he can play well in any situation. Pitch is not a major fact. It also cannot be completely ignored. If an Asian team goes to play in another continent, the effect of the pitch is naturally reflected. Even when they come to play in Asia, sometimes they also have big defeats. But if you play well overall, the pitch will not have much effect. That definitely depend on the skill of the players.

[LittleBitFunny]

Young local bowler has a better chance to outbowl overseas bowler (spin or pace) but only if you are bold enough to provide them with better conditions to bowl.
I bet if PCB had the guts to create fast pitches which they already do in domestic and against Bangbros etc then these last 3 series would've been very competitive.

The Pakistan cricket board did not give any chance to the bowlers with the kind of pitch that they created. Almost all of them were flat. I am also quite sure that if the Pakistan cricket board actually took some risk and tried to give the bowlers the pitch that they wanted, I believe Pakistani bowlers could have shown a good performance.
But they just got hit for runs here and there. There was no way even a good or even a top-class bowler could have performed very well in this condition. Pakistan cricket board should start showing some confidence in their own players.

Pakistan Cricket Board is going to do something like that in the upcoming test match. Perhaps the pitch of the next match will favor the bowlers. And if that strategy works then the Pakistani bowlers will get maximum advantage and will be able to maintain the reputation of their bowling. Hence we can assume that the pitch for the next match will be for the bowlers. In that case the run rate will naturally decrease. However, how logical Pakistan's decision is depends on the performance of the upcoming matches. Another test match will start tomorrow. But then there will be ODI ‍serues from 9 January where their performance will be very consistent.

I would be happy if Pakistan actually does something like that. Because Pakistan has not shown any confidence in their players. And they are also trying to play to the weakness of their opponent, not the strength of their own players.  That’s the mistake they are making in my opinion.

Making pitches to favour them is not at all the right way. Every home team does it and even Pakistan could've done it. We don't know the reality and India is the best to do it. Whatever the pitch might be, it is the performance from the player that needs to come out. Just look at Kane Williamson, he played his natural game and if he had done it in the fourth innings he could've suffered because the pitch varies. So, making pitch favour is not the way to boost confidence in players.

One thing happens very often in test cricket. The home team makes the track as they see fit. But I believe we will be able to get the actual fan of test cricket wins. The teams will start making the tracks more neutral. There to do also bring out the best from both teams in my opinion.

[Tony116]

Making pitches to favour them is not at all the right way. Every home team does it and even Pakistan could've done it. We don't know the reality and India is the best to do it. Whatever the pitch might be, it is the performance from the player that needs to come out. Just look at Kane Williamson, he played his natural game and if he had done it in the fourth innings he could've suffered because the pitch varies. So, making pitch favour is not the way to boost confidence in players.

Yes I also think that the pitches is not the matter. If the player has ability so he can do its best on the wrong pitch too. His practice can make him perfect in his performance. Because practice makes man fit.
We can see the street players they don't have pitch like the national players have. But bowl really well because they are practicing daily or weekly basis. And I am sure if they(street players) can bowl in the street and have good practice so they can bowl well on the real pitch too.

The best quality of a good player is that he can play well in any situation. Pitch is not a major fact. It also cannot be completely ignored. If an Asian team goes to play in another continent, the effect of the pitch is naturally reflected. Even when they come to play in Asia, sometimes they also have big defeats. But if you play well overall, the pitch will not have much effect. That definitely depend on the skill of the players.

Actually, I do not agree that, however, the pitch is, any player can perform in any situation, especially in test cricket. Because test cricket is played for a long period of time. And it takes a lot of stamina. So it is very hard for even a great player to actually perform, consistently in test cricket, even in hostile situations.

And I certainly do not agree that bowlers would have been able to do very well in Pakistan with the tracks the Pakistan Cricket Board has prepared. After all, conditions matter a lot and it matters the most in test cricket. It does not matter that much in ODI and it is also almost non-existent in T-20.

[ZAINmalik75]

New Zealand is currently touring Pakistan but the stadiums are empty even in the final two days of the match which is not that great. I expected to see some crowd but that was not the case.

What is the reason behind the lack of public crowd? There may be restrictions on general viewers or there is no presence of spectators due to Test match. As far as I know, few countries in Asia have the highest number of cricket fans. Pakistan is one of them. There must be any number of reasons behind the crowd. If there is no restriction. Hopefully we will be able to see a big crowd at that place when the ODI series starts from Jan 09.

I am a middle aged person and in my early days of cricket watching, I prefer only ODI but now I love test cricket as well. I developed interest in cricket by watching my performance of my national players; when I love my country, I watched only action packed cricket but when I started loving cricket itself, I started watching / following test cricket. All I am trying to say is, test cricket is for different audience who enjoy for temperament kind of skill in cricket.

From every country, there are people who love test cricket for different reasons but the percentage is very low compared to ODI or T20 and I am afraid this percentage may shrink further in coming years due to rise of social media.

Watching test cricket is absolutely a waste of time right now.

No absolutely not in my view, because if you are true cricket supporter you will not called him waste of time and you will not be bored watching test cricket match, in this format player abilities has been examined if they were classy player they will perform because most of the player failed to perform in this format, and it's the real format of Cricket, you mustly know that when cricket start the first and real format for cricket was test format, after the T20 and ODI format introduce in the cricket world.

[romero121]

New Zealand is currently touring Pakistan but the stadiums are empty even in the final two days of the match which is not that great. I expected to see some crowd but that was not the case.

What is the reason behind the lack of public crowd? There may be restrictions on general viewers or there is no presence of spectators due to Test match. As far as I know, few countries in Asia have the highest number of cricket fans. Pakistan is one of them. There must be any number of reasons behind the crowd. If there is no restriction. Hopefully we will be able to see a big crowd at that place when the ODI series starts from Jan 09.

I am a middle aged person and in my early days of cricket watching, I prefer only ODI but now I love test cricket as well. I developed interest in cricket by watching my performance of my national players; when I love my country, I watched only action packed cricket but when I started loving cricket itself, I started watching / following test cricket. All I am trying to say is, test cricket is for different audience who enjoy for temperament kind of skill in cricket.

From every country, there are people who love test cricket for different reasons but the percentage is very low compared to ODI or T20 and I am afraid this percentage may shrink further in coming years due to rise of social media.

Watching test cricket is absolutely a waste of time right now.

No absolutely not in my view, because if you are true cricket supporter you will not called him waste of time and you will not be bored watching test cricket match, in this format player abilities has been examined if they were classy player they will perform because most of the player failed to perform in this format, and it's the real format of Cricket, you mostly know that when cricket start the first and real format for cricket was test format, after the T20 and ODI format introduce in the cricket world.

Very few know the real cricket. The test format cricket shows who is the best cricketer. If have got difference scoring 220 runs in 20 overs and 300 runs in 90 overs. To stand against the bowler is different than go hit, if success it is run if not it is a wicket. Very few understand well and we should not indulge them to follow it.

[Sithara007]

The deciding matches for 2020–2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Super League will be played in the next 2-3 months. Outcome of these matches will decide who will gain direct qualification to the 2023 ODI World Cup and who need to play in the qualifying tournament. 7 of the teams have already qualified - India, New Zealand, England, Australia, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan. The 8th spot is still not decided, and currently 4 teams are in contention - West Indies, Sri Lanka, Ireland and South Africa. IMO, South Africa is having higher chances. 

[Ayers]

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No absolutely not in my view, because if you are true cricket supporter you will not called him waste of time and you will not be bored watching test cricket match, in this format player abilities has been examined if they were classy player they will perform because most of the player failed to perform in this format, and it's the real format of Cricket, you mostly know that when cricket start the first and real format for cricket was test format, after the T20 and ODI format introduce in the cricket world.

Very few know the real cricket. The test format cricket shows who is the best cricketer. If have got difference scoring 220 runs in 20 overs and 300 runs in 90 overs. To stand against the bowler is different than go hit, if success it is run if not it is a wicket. Very few understand well and we should not indulge them to follow it.

@ZAINmalik75 It’s not about being an avid cricket fan or not. It’s about keeping up with the world. Which the ICC has obviously failed to do. And, tell me one thing, who are on Earth right now has a job or even a student who needs to get his studies done, are willing to sit there and watch it is too much for five whole days? No one.

The point I’m trying to make is that you can be a passionate cricket fan but at the same time, you need to value your precious time. I think that's my point of view, at least in regard to that test match.

[ThemePen]

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No absolutely not in my view, because if you are true cricket supporter you will not called him waste of time and you will not be bored watching test cricket match, in this format player abilities has been examined if they were classy player they will perform because most of the player failed to perform in this format, and it's the real format of Cricket, you mostly know that when cricket start the first and real format for cricket was test format, after the T20 and ODI format introduce in the cricket world.

Very few know the real cricket. The test format cricket shows who is the best cricketer. If have got difference scoring 220 runs in 20 overs and 300 runs in 90 overs. To stand against the bowler is different than go hit, if success it is run if not it is a wicket. Very few understand well and we should not indulge them to follow it.

@ZAINmalik75 It’s not about being an avid cricket fan or not. It’s about keeping up with the world. Which the ICC has obviously failed to do. And, tell me one thing, who are on Earth right now has a job or even a student who needs to get his studies done, are willing to sit there and watch it is too much for five whole days? No one.

The point I’m trying to make is that you can be a passionate cricket fan but at the same time, you need to value your precious time. I think that's my point of view, at least in regard to that test match.

Yes I agree with your words. No one can spend his five days continuously. It is little bit difficult. But
I think @ZAINmalik75 want to say that when a cricket match addict sit to watch a match he can spend his whole time for this match. He is not talking about all people. He is pointing out some who really love the cricket they do these kind of activities.
I personally not watch the whole match due to my work I mostly saw the score board on google and than understand the whole situation of match.

[pakhitheboss]

Jaspreet Bhumrah is back! He has been added to the ODI squad that will be playing against Srilanka. Now before IPL Bhumrah is fit and fine while he before the T20WC he wasn't. That too much of professionalism for league series and the franchise but less towards the country.  

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[Naficopa]

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No absolutely not in my view, because if you are true cricket supporter you will not called him waste of time and you will not be bored watching test cricket match, in this format player abilities has been examined if they were classy player they will perform because most of the player failed to perform in this format, and it's the real format of Cricket, you mostly know that when cricket start the first and real format for cricket was test format, after the T20 and ODI format introduce in the cricket world.

Very few know the real cricket. The test format cricket shows who is the best cricketer. If have got difference scoring 220 runs in 20 overs and 300 runs in 90 overs. To stand against the bowler is different than go hit, if success it is run if not it is a wicket. Very few understand well and we should not indulge them to follow it.

@ZAINmalik75 It’s not about being an avid cricket fan or not. It’s about keeping up with the world. Which the ICC has obviously failed to do. And, tell me one thing, who are on Earth right now has a job or even a student who needs to get his studies done, are willing to sit there and watch it is too much for five whole days? No one.

The point I’m trying to make is that you can be a passionate cricket fan but at the same time, you need to value your precious time. I think that's my point of view, at least in regard to that test match.

Yes I agree with your words. No one can spend his five days continuously. It is little bit difficult. But
I think @ZAINmalik75 want to say that when a cricket match addict sit to watch a match he can spend his whole time for this match. He is not talking about all people. He is pointing out some who really love the cricket they do these kind of activities.
I personally not watch the whole match due to my work I mostly saw the score board on google and than understand the whole situation of match.

You are a cricket fan and follower doesn't mean you have to watch every over and ball of the game , just be updated about runs wickets and overs is enough . And specially test matches 5 days long match is difficult to be watched by anyone  ,just follow the updates and situation of the match.

[Sithara007]

Jaspreet Bhumrah is back! He has been added to the ODI squad that will be playing against Srilanka. Now before IPL Bhumrah is fit and fine while he before the T20WC he wasn't. That too much of professionalism for league series and the franchise but less towards the country.  

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Jasprit Bumrah's bowling action is very susceptible to injuries and he is simply unable to keep up with the heavy workload in the IPL. The best thing for him to do would be to concentrate on any one format. Either he can concentrate on T20/ODI, or he can focus on the test matches. Given his history of serious injuries, it may be better for him to take a break from test matches. And it is very important for him to get in to the action only when he is 100% fit. Given the nature of his injury, it will be better for him to take proper rest.

[BobK71]

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No absolutely not in my view, because if you are true cricket supporter you will not called him waste of time and you will not be bored watching test cricket match, in this format player abilities has been examined if they were classy player they will perform because most of the player failed to perform in this format, and it's the real format of Cricket, you mostly know that when cricket start the first and real format for cricket was test format, after the T20 and ODI format introduce in the cricket world.

Very few know the real cricket. The test format cricket shows who is the best cricketer. If have got difference scoring 220 runs in 20 overs and 300 runs in 90 overs. To stand against the bowler is different than go hit, if success it is run if not it is a wicket. Very few understand well and we should not indulge them to follow it.

@ZAINmalik75 It’s not about being an avid cricket fan or not. It’s about keeping up with the world. Which the ICC has obviously failed to do. And, tell me one thing, who are on Earth right now has a job or even a student who needs to get his studies done, are willing to sit there and watch it is too much for five whole days? No one.

The point I’m trying to make is that you can be a passionate cricket fan but at the same time, you need to value your precious time. I think that's my point of view, at least in regard to that test match.

Even a decade ago Test matches were given utmost importance. Now it is no longer considered at that way. As the needs of the people of the present age have changed, major changes have been observed in every sector. It's not just that viewership has dropped also Cricketers don't value Test cricket that much. But everyone must agree that Test cricket was a platform to build a cricketer's foundation. Those who did well in Test cricket did well in all formats of cricket. Test cricket should be given importance along with ODI and T20 cricket. Even if the number of Test cricket is greatly reduced, ICC should be kept it in every series so as not to lose the rhythm of cricket.