Root and Head differ over need for Ashes pink-ball Test

Published: 11/30/2025
Root and Head differ over need for Ashes pink-ball Test
England captain Joe Root questions the necessity of a pink-ball Test in the Ashes series as England faces Australia in Brisbane. The concept of day-night Tests was introduced in 2015 by the International Cricket Council to enhance audience engagement. Australia has excelled in day-night Tests, winning 13 of their 14 matches, while England has a mixed record. The debate around the relevance and impact of day-night Tests continues among players and fans, with different opinions on its contribution to the game.