The first Test match between South Africa and Australia has seen over 60 overs lost due to bad light conditions, despite a recent ICC rule change aimed at addressing this issue. Australia currently leads by 139 runs, but play has been halted early on multiple occasions across the first three days, raising questions about the effectiveness of the new regulations.
The ICC's amendment allows for the use of a pink ball in Tests, which is intended to improve visibility in poor light. However, no agreement was reached between the teams to implement this change for the Durban Test, leaving players and fans frustrated with the ongoing impact of bad light on the game.
With over 60 overs lost, fans should monitor how the ICC addresses the ongoing bad light issue in future matches. The lack of agreement to use the pink ball in Durban raises questions about its adoption. Upcoming Tests may see renewed discussions on visibility solutions.