India lost to England by nine wickets in the only Test to be hosted in that venue. Test cricket is in turbulence, and the format that once held a special place in the world of sport, is struggling for survival. SPECIAL PLACEIt was reverence for tradition that encouraged Indians to embrace Test cricket, as a sport than the commercial behemoth it became decades on. KANPUR CONNECTThough Kanpur has not grown as a venue like the major metros, it is special for Indian cricket. A strong finish will infuse credibility in Test cricket and dictate the journey ahead.

Source: Hindustan Times September 18, 2016 04:38 UTC