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Babar Azam and Mike Hesson Propose Pink Ball for Pakistan's Winter Tests
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What Happened?
Pakistan's captain Babar Azam and head coach Mike Hesson suggest using pink balls in home Tests after rain disrupted their match against Sri Lanka, resulting in 141 overs lost.
Key points
- 141 overs were lost due to rain and poor light during the Test match.
- The match ended in a draw after Pakistan batted through the final day.
- Hesson believes pink balls should be considered for future home series.
- Babar Azam noted that players need more time to prepare for pink ball matches.
- The ICC has approved the use of pink balls in day Tests to combat bad light.
Key insights
- Using pink balls may reduce interruptions caused by bad light.
- Players' adaptation to pink balls could impact performance in future matches.
- The decision to implement pink balls may influence ICC's regulations on Test cricket.
Why it matters
The proposal could enhance the quality of play during winter Tests in Pakistan.
Entities
Babar Azam· PersonMike Hesson· PersonPakistan· CountrySri Lanka· CountryInternational Cricket Council· Organization
Source
Times of India
