India, Jan. 8 -- Despite all the hype, hoopla and hysteria, the ICC Test Championship failed to evince keen interest as most of the test matches played at home are won by the host side. Moreover, the toss and the pitch assume greater importance rather than talent involved.

In recent times, the team playing at home has a distinct advantage as the crowd support plays a prime role and the touring sides are cannon fodder and most of the matches are finished in four days. We saw Australia winning all four test matches including the only day and night match against formidable sides.

Even South Africa, which lost five test matches in a row, could win one at home before the year end. The Indian Team which ranks as number one also has a home adv...