Australia opener David Warner has expressed concern for the way forward for Test cricket, with rising gamers specializing in “short term” pursuits as profitable T20 leagues proliferate globally.
Warner, who has performed 101 Tests and greater than 200 restricted overs internationals, stated he had tried to impress upon youthful group mates, together with Sydney Thunder expertise Oliver Davies, the significance of the longest format.
“I was speaking to (Davies) the other day. He likes playing white-ball cricket, I can’t see him playing red-ball cricket any time soon,” Warner informed reporters.
“If he wants to put his mind to it, he can definitely play.
“But I’ve got a little bit of scaredness about what’s going to happen in the next five to 10 years, where cricket is actually heading.
“I’d love for guys coming through to play red-ball cricket and play test cricket because that’s the legacy that you should want to leave behind.”
A variety of high Australian cricketers have carved out profitable careers on the worldwide T20 circuit with out taking part in Tests, together with Tim David, Chris Lynn and Marcus Stoinis.
Warner steered they have been the exception and that almost all gamers could be higher off boosting their worth in Test cricket.
“There’s only been a small minority of people who have been able to do that and have a long career [without Tests],” stated the 36-year-old.
“Guys see the short term at the moment with all the leagues and stuff around.
“The best way to get value for your currency is actually making a name for yourself.”
Reuters
