England vs New Zealand: What are the ICC pitching ratings and how does the system work?0

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• July 4, 2026

Rankings were introduced to protect players and promote fair competition between bat and ball in Test matches. The standard of the pitch is crucial in influencing the outcome of a game, as wickets with favorable spin potentially favor a team, or a pitch with favorable spin helps the team with faster bowlers. The ICC says