Ponting warns franchise T20 growth threatens 50-over cricket
Ricky Ponting expressed concern that the rapid expansion of franchise T20 tournaments worldwide is making 50-over international cricket increasingly likely to be reduced, while he believes Test cricket will remain strong because India, Australia, England and South Africa still value it. Speaking at a World Championship of Legends event, Ponting noted players benefit financially from many T20 leagues and that Legends tournaments help late-career players earn. David Warner discussed practical obstacles to an EPL-style club model, and organisers said the WCL is moving to the UAE and adding a seventh team with Ponting co-owning Australia Champions.
Ricky Ponting said 50-over cricket is likely to be played less
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Franchise T20 tournaments have expanded around the world. Ponting spoke while joining the World Championship of Legends Australia Champions. The article suggests calendars may need change and 50-over matches could reduce.
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