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Old 08-23-2008
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Default Would the introduction of neutral venues for Test matches be a good idea?

How would you feel if some Test matches were played at neutral venues? This could spread the game to a wider audience, which in turn could improve and popularise the game.

For instance, West Indies could play India in Amsterdam, Australia take on South Africa in Belfast, New Zealand play Pakistan in Toronto, and Sri Lanka face up to India in Nairobi.

Would the introduction of neutral, non-Test playing nations as hosts to Tests between full members be an attractive proposition?
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It is a good idea but I would prefer a match played between ICC World 11 vs the MCC or something similar.2 or 3 matches per year at a neutral venue for publicity,entertainment and competition.
Test matches between nations should have the home and away atmosphere cause after all it is tradition and I don't see any considerable benefit in for example a SL vs Aus in Nairobi showdown.You could get better publicity by having the African 11 taking on the World 11.But it better not be a joke like the last Africa 11 vs Asia 11 ODI series.
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If India plays Australia in say West Indies, do you think people will come and watch ? Everthing depends on gate collections and advertisement revenue. Cricket will die a natural death.
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