MCC official discusses ICC's pink-ball trial and time-wasting penalties

Fraser Stewart, Head of Cricket at Marylebone Cricket Club, discussed the ICC's recent changes to combat time-wasting and the potential introduction of pink balls in Test matches. The ICC's updated playing conditions, effective October 1, impose penalties for slow over rates. Stewart clarified that a pink-ball trial in day-time Tests will require mutual agreement between competing nations, such as India and Australia. He emphasized the need for umpires to enforce pace of play rules to enhance the spectator experience during matches.

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