LONDON, Aug. 3 -- Batting great Graham Gooch reckons that the fiercely fought five-match series between India and England is exactly the impetus that the "under-pressure" Test format needs but fears that the existing trend of just the "big three" engaging more with each other will eventually lead to boredom and stagnation. The majority of Test cricket is contested between India, England, and Australia who play each other in a five-match series. The financially weaker countries including the West Indies, South Africa and New Zealand only take part in two or three-match series.
Speaking to PTI on the sidelines of fifth and final Test here, the former England captain said Test cricket has to flourish beyond the "big three".
"I think the ICC ...