Cricket ushers in a new age of innovation on October 16 with the introduction of an experimental format that promises to combine the adrenaline-fueled pace of T20 matches with the tactical patience of cricketers. Conceptualized by a sports entrepreneur Gaurav BahirwaniChairman of the board One is six gridsthis “fourth format” has already attracted attention in the world. Endorsed by cricket legends including Ab and villiersHarbhajan Singh, Matthew Haydenand Sir Clive LloydTest Twenty was designed to redefine cricket’s competitive and developmental framework for a modern era.
What is the concept behind twenty trials?
In its design, the test is an 80-over contest played over twenty-one days, consisting of 20 overs of two overs each. Combining the rhythm of Test matches with the abbreviated intensity of T20 cricket, each team bats and bowls twice. Results will follow traditional formats – Win, loss, tie or draw – maintaining the authenticity of Test cricket. The matches will be played on whites with a red ball, making it a one-dayer, capturing the essence of traditional cricket.
Bahirvani described it as “not just another league”A living tribute to the spirit of cricket” Its structure aims to preserve the legacy of Test cricket while keeping pace with modern-day broadcasting needs and audiences. Its pioneering design offers a fair balance of head-and-ball strategies and room for fourth innings, all within a compact one-day schedule.
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Technology, vision and future roadmap for the hybrid format
What sets Testi Twenty apart is its technologically driven approach. Central to the model is an AI discovery engine, an advanced analytics platform that integrates motion sensors, video data and machine learning tools to fully evaluate cricketers. This system eliminates human bias by helping to identify potential stars between the ages of 13 and 19 globally. Through the Tech-Transfer Partnership (TTPS), AI technology will be shared with Cricket boards, academies and associations to create a transparent and data-driven player ecosystem.
The inaugural Test season is scheduled for January 20, 2026, featuring six global franchises – from Indian cities and three Dubai, Londonand and United States of America. Each team has 16 players—eight Indians and eight internationals—offering domestic depth and global representation. The platform will play a role”Global feeder line“Ainin’ to the NCAA in the USA, providing fair opportunities for youth cricketers around the world.
The Advisory Board’s reaction reflects optimism about this innovation. De homelands called him “innovation with intent“As Lloyd points it out”brings back the art of rhythm and cricket“Harbhajan looked at it”fresh heartbeat“The sport must resonate with the youth. As the world awaits its debut in January, the Twenty20 Test promises to be a chapter in the traditional craftsmanship of Bridges Cricket with the technological dynamism of a new generation of cricket.
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