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South Africa proposes exchangeable pitches to handle crowded cricket calendar
Original: South Africa's answer to heavier cricket calendar: the exchangeable pitch
South African cricket officials are reportedly exploring the use of exchangeable, removable pitches as a solution to an increasingly crowded international cricket calendar. The idea would allow grounds to swap playing surfaces quickly, letting venues host more matches across formats without damaging a single wicket. The concept has drawn attention from cricket followers curious whether such technology could ease scheduling pressures worldwide.
Why now: Growing congestion in the international cricket schedule has prompted interest in novel ground-management solutions.
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