5 venues that should be chosen as India's Test centres

#1 MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

In the past few years, the MA Chidambaram Stadium hasn’t quite gotten its share of international cricketing action. Several bureaucratic issues coupled with failed applications of fire safety clearances have meant that Chennai has frequently been overlooked.

However, with the stadium hosting all of Chennai Super Kings’ home fixtures in the 2019 IPL, it could come back into the reckoning, much to the joy of those based in the city.

The people of Chennai just love their cricket, irrespective of the format and they can be classified as one of the most passionate set of supporters, an aspect that could appeal to the top brass while deciding potential venues.

Moreover, the pitch would suit India quite well, considering its tendency to offer turn and be good for batting. Both scenarios would aid the side considerably, in light of the expert resources in its ranks.

In addition, India boast a competitive 44%-win ratio at the MA Chidambaran Stadium, having immersed themselves in 32 Test matches over the years.

Hence, despite the recent troubles that have engulfed the arena, the BCCI should probably ensure the MA Chidambaram Stadium is on the list when singling out places capable of holding an ICC Test Championship fixture.