The survival of the longer version of the game is critical for the future of cricket. This should be the biggest worry confronting the administrators, the bigger challenge — how to attract more spectators to Tests.


VVS Laxman delivers the MAK Pataudi Lecture in Kolkata yesterday. Pic/BCCI/Sportzpics 

There have been several suggestions to promote day-night Test matches — I am not too sure if this variety would find favour with the spectators. It is, however, imperative that ways are found to sustain interest in Test cricket.