How many countries will play cricket in future?

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday released the schedule for the next eight-year cycle, confirming the 14 host countries of men’s white ball events from 2024-2031.

Is cricket still a thing?

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Is cricket growing in world?

Cricket is undoubtedly among the most popular sports in the world. It has continued to endear to many fans and is currently the second most popular sport after football. In fact, we would not be surprised if Cricket overtakes football as the top sport in the coming years.

Is there a future for Test cricket?

It might seem odd to be contemplating the future of Test cricket in the middle of a sold-out Ashes summer. But the undimmed appeal of five-day contests between England and Australia only highlights the wider problem in other countries.

Should cricket have more one-day matches and T20s?

At the moment most international cricket boards seem content to shoehorn as many one-day matches and T20 fixtures as they can into seasons already crowded by busy Test schedules. This way they can guarantee any gate income lost for Tests is subsidised by the shorter forms of the game.

Is cricket’s most traditional format dying out?

Set against the growing popularity of Twenty20 cricket (particularly in India and Australia) there are concerns at the highest levels of the game that its most traditional format could die out.

How can the ICC force countries to prioritise Test cricket?

Clearly the ICC has to use its power to force countries to continue to prioritise Test cricket. It is exploring innovations designed to make the five-day format more attractive for fans and compatible with the demands of modern working life. For example, day-night games using pink balls under floodlights is one option.