Indian Test cricketer Ajinkya Rahane reckons that first-class cricket should be played over five days to make it more result-oriented. The right-handed batter not only believes it is highly unlikely to get a result within four days but also feels this would prepare players for the hardships of the format.
Speaking on Friday (January 27) after Mumbai failed to qualify for the Ranji Trophy quarter-finals, Rahane said it is almost impossible to eke out a result in four-day fixtures, especially on flat decks. The veteran batter thinks the same could be possible with an extra day of play.
He said, as quoted by the Times of India:
Rahane last played a Test against South Africa in Cape Town in January and faced the axe after the three-match series due to poor returns. The 34-year-old only managed 136 runs in three Tests against the Proteas at 22.67 with a solitary half-century.
Following Friday’s result, the Maharashtra-born batter expressed his disappointment at not reaching the knockouts. He also urged the youngsters to enjoy first-class cricket. He said, as quoted by Sportsar:
The right-handed batter’s form in the tournament has been good as he scored 634 runs in seven games at 57.63 with two centuries to his name.
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