The Umpire Decision Review System not being used in two current series provides a perfect example of the ICC's dysfunctional nature, writes Ian Chappell

There's no better example of the dysfunctional nature of international cricket administration than the UDRS ufffd Umpire Decision Review System.

In late 2009 the ICC informed us the UDRS was a crucial component in ensuring the correct decision was reached on the field. Now, here we are in mid-2010 and two Test series are going to be completed without the use of the UDRS.

There are different reasons for no UDRS in the Pakistan vs Australia and the Sri Lanka v India series. In the former, Pakistan (the home Board) say they can't afford the system and in the latter India doesn't want it. So what are the chances of ensuring the correct decisions are made on the field if there appears little likelihood of reaching consensus off it?

Sachin Tendulkar walks back to the pavilion dejected after a referral is turned down during Day One of the third and final Test against Sri Lanka at the Pu00a0 Saravanamuttu Stadium in Colombo on August 8, 2008. Tendulkar asked for a review after being adjudged leg before off Dammika Prasad. PIC/AFP How do you like the new new mid-day.com experience? Share your feedback and help us improve. Read Next Story Pak's captaincy running commentary: Please come in, Salman Butt› Trending Stories Latest Photos Latest Videos Latest Web Stories ADVERTISEMENT Mid-Day Fast ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT