Ashes rivalry is as alive as ever. But when it comes to the economics of cricket, India is in the box seat
- Written by Tim Harcourt, Industry Professor and Chief Economist, University of Technology Sydney
The first test of the 2023 Ashes is well underway at Edgbaston in Birmingham, featuring England’s aggressive “Bazball” style of play (named after New Zealand-born coach Brendan “Baz” McCullum) and a surprise early declaration by the hosts at the end of the first day. This invited an Australian fightback inspired by...













