A senior member of the ICC’s Cricket Committee has confirmed that the World Test Championship is set to continue, despite previous concerns that this month’s final between India and New Zealand might be the only time the tournament is played. The ICC's cricket committee have confirmed the World Test Championship is set to continueBack in November, the ICC’s incoming chief executive Greg Barclay questioned whether the competition — which failed to get off the ground twice — was fit for purpose. Seven months on, the ICC see the competition as essential for the continuation of Test cricket in an era dominated by big money Twenty20 franchises. ‘If this month’s final was a one-off then what message would that send out? It’s seen as crucial for the future of Test match cricket.’

Source: Daily Mail June 04, 2021 21:31 UTC