Heath Mills: Fixing a broken game on a global scale

Heath Mills: Fixing a broken game on a global scale

Author: Fox Sports Australia February 17, 2021 Duration: 38:37

Host Tom Morris is joined by Heath Mills, Executive Chairman of the international players' union for an in-depth discussion on the world game.

In a fascinating discussion, Heath talks about:

  • Scheduling and why the current tours program is badly broken
  • The future of pink ball and Test cricket
  • India's power over the rest of the cricket world
  • Gender inequality
  • Australia's obligations to be a better global citizen
  • The power of big T20 leagues
  • The World Test Championship and how the ICC should improve the next edition
  • Plus plenty more

From Auckland, Heath is an experienced administrator looking after the rights of players. As FICA (Federation of International Cicketers' Association) executive chairman, he support and advocates for a more cooperative cricket world on a daily basis.

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