Richard Gould discussed how crucial the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy is to the England and Wales Cricket Board‘s (ECB) ability to make money. Gould looked at the England vs. India series in the Ashes league. The head of the European Central Bank revealed that the 2024 season did not turn out as planned.
Gould knew that the English home summer was not much attended due to major international competitions like the Olympics in Paris and the Euros. He believed that a lengthy series, such as the one between England and India, may encourage participation for roughly six weeks. In recent years, Test cricket has been on the rise, according to Gould.
We’re seeing more of those than we have in a long time, especially with the five-Test series,” the ECB Chief continued in his remarks.
“We are aware of its size. This summer is enormous. There were a lot of different things going on everywhere last summer, wasn’t it? One of the best things about a five-test series, in my opinion, is that it is a lengthy read that anyone can become engrossed in. Subplots and sub-subplots will be present. During those six weeks, there will be a variety of problems,” Gould stated, according to ESPNCricinfo.
In terms of commercial significance, of course. Short formats have received a lot of attention, but Test cricket is seeing a significant comeback of its own.
Gould discusses his thoughts on England’s dominance in hosting the WTC Final.
Richard Gould also asserted that England’s chances of winning the World Test Championship are not in jeopardy. Gould believed that, like the WTC, the England vs. India series and the Ashes were extremely important. Then he spoke out against England hosting all WTC Finals, saying it was wrong. He asserted, however, that England is favoured to host the WTC Finals because of their capacity to sell out Test matches.
For us, the WTC is not the ultimate goal. We will like the India series since we also like the Ashes. Although there are benefits to having the WTC (final) here, we don’t believe we have the absolute right to host it continuously. Regardless of who advances to the final, we will sell out. We’re likely the only ICC member country capable of delivering that,” Gould continued.
We acknowledge that at some point, other people could want to take it all over the world. However, the concern is that the entire event may soon lose its meaning and momentum if it is moved, two neutral teams are left, and there is no crowd,” Gould said at the end of his remarks.
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