England set to reject pink-ball Ashes Test requests, unlikely to host any: Report
England plan to block pink-ball, day-night Tests in future Ashes tours, telling Cricket Australia they believe the series does not need the format, despite broadcaster appeal. A one-off pink-ball Test is already scheduled for the 2027 MCG anniversary Test. London: England are set to oppose the inclusion of any floodlit, pink-ball Tests in the next Ashes tour of Australia, taking a firm position well in advance of the 2029-30 series. The stance has been communicated by the England and Wales Cricket Board to Cricket Australia during recent post-series meetings between senior figures from both organisations. The issue has gained traction…