SaralnamaFormer cricketer Aakash Chopra urged hosting Test matches at smaller venues after the India-West Indies Test in Ahmedabad. The match ended in less than three days with India winning by an innings and 140 runs. Chopra suggested playing in Guwahati, Ranchi, or Indore to ensure full stadiums. He noted that Ahmedabad's 1,32,000-capacity stadium looked empty even with 10-15 thousand fans. Chopra said smaller venues or pink-ball Tests could add excitement. He highlighted the large gap between India and West Indies, making it less appealing for fans to watch at big stadiums. Chopra recommended moving away from hosting Tests at venues known for major events like IPL and World Cup finals. (Updated 7 Oct 2025, 18:02 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Former cricketer Aakash Chopra urged hosting Test matches at smaller venues after the India-West Indies Test in Ahmedabad
- The match ended in less than three days with India winning by an innings and 140 runs
- Chopra suggested playing in Guwahati, Ranchi, or Indore to ensure full stadiums