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The most glaring indictment of the FTP is its open bias toward the so-called "Big Three." In the 2014-2023 cycle, India played 61 Test matches; Bangladesh, a Full Member with a passionate fanbase, played just 41. More tellingly, of the 173 bilateral series scheduled between 2018 and 2023, nearly 40% involved India, England, or Australia. This is not scheduling; it is hoarding.
Critics often argue that the schedule and revenue models heavily favor the "Big Three"—India, England, and Australia—who typically play more matches and high-profile series. icc ftp
Some key takeaways include:
Despite its structured approach, the FTP faces ongoing hurdles: The most glaring indictment of the FTP is
The most glaring indictment of the FTP is its open bias toward the so-called "Big Three." In the 2014-2023 cycle, India played 61 Test matches; Bangladesh, a Full Member with a passionate fanbase, played just 41. More tellingly, of the 173 bilateral series scheduled between 2018 and 2023, nearly 40% involved India, England, or Australia. This is not scheduling; it is hoarding.
Critics often argue that the schedule and revenue models heavily favor the "Big Three"—India, England, and Australia—who typically play more matches and high-profile series.
Some key takeaways include:
Despite its structured approach, the FTP faces ongoing hurdles: