5 reasons why ICC should adopt Ranji-style pattern in Test cricket

Broadcasters will not be at loss

Pakistan v Australia: 1st Test - Day Five

Once the two-tier system will be followed, it will yield more evenly matched contests which will draw a better audience, both in the stadiums and before the television sets/live streaming. The broadcasters will not be incurring any loss as has been the case in most one-sided matches so far where the Test completes within two and a half to three days and most importantly the result is predictable.

Rather, the nail-biting clashes will be imminent and ranks will be taken seriously and fans will be on the edge of their seats.