Adam Bell 🇳🇿🇮🇹

@ragav_x Privatization likely to lead to changes in Australia's test schedule.

In other words , they want privatisation of BBL.

@cric_blog @danbrettig There is so much to impact here. Privatization will result in higher paid players. But at what costs? If the test schedule gets moved to accommodate BBL, its risk alienating fans.

According to a report by @danbrettig in The Age, top Australian players including Pat Cummins are considering jumping ship to the SA20 in 2028 if salaries in the BBL don't improve. Also, a number of players in the BBL are reportedly frustrated that international players earn about $100,000 more than Australian players in the tournament. More headaches for CA as they push to convince all state boards on the need for privatisation in the BBL.

@GregAFC They are proper professional competitions where players move to rival clubs and coaches get sacked mid season. It creates drama and headlines.

This is why comps like the NRL & EPL are SO good & captivating as a fan. It’s not just a wkend match watch. It’s a massive constant daily soap opera which is equally as engaging off-field as on.Metcalf yest, Cleary today. Endless drama. Union just doesn’t barely have this side.

@AhmerNajeeb Pick a squad of guys who don't play PSL.

Pakistan lacks the ingredients to win against competitive sides. White-ball influence, weak selection, fewer competitors domestically. A lot of issues to take care of.

@TukDie @Amermalik12 Pakistan don't play a lot of test cricket and when they do its usually on tough surfaces for pacers. Add in the PCB's focus on T20 cricket, its easy to see why young fast bowlers focus on short-term cricket. We all know tests are where legacies are made and bowlers develop.

@Amermalik12 Anyone who bowls 145 kph will straight up get T20 contracts and not play FC to prepare for test matches. Its tricky here to identify a 145 kph pacer for tests

Nahid Rana is the type of fast bowler Pakistan used to produce on a regular basis—just where has it all gone wrong? Maybe start by running some pace bowling camps, assessing which players have the temperament and potential to take wickets in excess of 145 kph in test cricket.

@Amermalik12 Put it into perspective, Pakistan beat SL away a few years ago. Shafique gets a 200 and Shaheen/Naseem bowler well. In three years they have completely dropped off.

There was a time when it was almost unthinkable for Pakistan to lose to Bangladesh in test cricket — unfortunately this side has clearly demonstrated it can’t handle pressure, and have literally been found wanting. Mediocre batting and bowling won’t win you games —or any fans.

@Amermalik12 Even a few years ago when Pakistan weren't the strongest side they would be expected to beat Bangladesh, SL and WI.

@InnoBystander Not sure if its unpredictable anymore

Test cricket would surely die without the wild unpredictability of Pakistan... #BanvPak

@VJMPub It's a thrilling final day, well potentially.

@AdamKerrBell Haha you're also following BAN-PAK

Life of a test cricket fan: Day 1-4: watch the odd over here and follow scorecards Day 5: tune into the thrilling final day and post "test cricket is the best"

could be a big evening coming up for the phrase "how good is test cricket"

@Fancricket12 On the flipside, Jason Holder going for under 7 an over. Incredible effort. Would be interesting to which pitches he has bowled on.

@AdamKerrBell Welcome to the world of IPL.

These numbers tell a story. Xavier Bartlett - 5 wickets at 67. Economy rate of 11.29. Marcus Stoinis - 2 wickets at 49. Economy rate of 12.51. Marco Jansen - 6 wickets at 65.83. Economy rate of 10.04. Arshdeep Singh - 13 wickets at 32.07. Economy rate of 9.92. Vijaykumar Vyshak - 9 wickets at 33.77. Economy rate of 10.85. Ben Dwarshuis - 1 wicket for 51 runs. Economy rate of almost 13. Lockie Ferguson - 1 wicket for 98 runs.

@antonposa Ha, that would be funny.

@AdamKerrBell Be funny if they signed him and gave the 7 to Sexton 😂

Possible dragons spine for 2027: 1. Drinkwater 6. Atkinson 7. Metcalf 9. Liddle That would drastically change their outcomes.

@Iqra87685226 Absolute moron for ruining what could have been a great career.

We actually missed this madness — when Muhammad Asif sets up Ricky Ponting with his lethal swing & seam. Pure Pakistani fire🔥

@Sportsfreakconz #makeallblacksgreatagain

He's older than Donald Trump stuff.co.nz/sport/36097752…

@santoshxkumar Korean and Japanese leagues?

@AdamKerrBell Baseball was a dying sport in the recent years & last among major 4 American sports. But MLB is kinda having its revival moment. The world baseball classic saw record numbers. The stars like Shohei, Judge, etc also play a factor. RN, MLB is beating NBA in viewership.

When I see people complain about the length of T20 competitions, it makes me think of the MLB which has 30 teams that play 162 games each.

@TimaruKaBIMARU American sports do stats and media so well. The coverage is always so bloody good. MLB is on at a good time for us viewers in NZ.

@AdamKerrBell coverage and statistical analysis is just so much better than cricket. Don't get me wrong, I still love cricket, but I just find baseball far easier and better to watch and follow than white ball stuff. The sporadic nature of white-ball cricket where nothing ever matters ...

Fallen in love with baseball and I can now confidently say I'm more than happy to never watch a game of white ball cricket ever again

@santoshxkumar Thanks for your info. I always fascinates me how fans can follow so many matches.

@AdamKerrBell With cricket, I'd say it's because there are tons of leagues. While MLB is just one. NBA, NFL, one. As a fan you're deeply invested (in the sport, team & players) because of singularity. But with cricket, this is missing & it's like a 1-2 month event rather than a journey.