Ep 13: Cummins calls for Test Window, Samba/Srinath pitch their ideas on how stop the impending extinction of Test cricket!

In this episode, Srinath and Samba discuss the evolution of cricket and the need for a dedicated window for test cricket and franchise leagues like the IPL. They explore the challenges faced by players in balancing international and league cricket commitments and the financial incentives that drive players towards franchise leagues. They also discuss the importance of creating a commercial model and a framework to support test cricket and make it more appealing to audiences. They suggest the idea of a franchise-based test tournament and the need for collaboration among cricket boards to ensure the survival of test cricket.

00:00 Introduction and the Theme of the Podcast
01:31 The Need for a Dedicated Window for Test Cricket and Franchise Leagues
04:22 Making Test Cricket More Appealing
06:45 The Financial Incentives of Franchise Leagues
10:30 Creating a Commercial Model and Framework for Test Cricket
19:54 The Idea of a Franchise-Based Test Tournament
23:34 Collaboration Among Cricket Boards for the Survival of Test Cricket
25:02 Closing Remarks and Future Episodes