From five days to just two: Michael Atherton explains why Test cricket is getting shorter
- Posted on August 29, 2026
- By The Times of India
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From five days to just two: Michael Atherton explains why Test cricket is getting shorter
Test cricket has long been defined by its five-day nature, but the format is increasingly seeing matches finish well before the scheduled fifth day. Former England captain Michael Atherton believes the trend is the result of several changes in modern cricket, ranging from the influence of T20 batting to more bowler-friendly pitches, the impact of DRS and the emergence of a strong group of fast bowlers.
