Twitter has exploded with messages of support and derision about Test cricket's revolutionary pink-ball format.
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With the iconic red ball famously associated with Test cricket being swapped for a pink ball, there was mixed reaction after the match finished inside three days at the Adelaide Oval.
Just the idea of veering away from tradition and introducing a pink ball sent many into a spin, calling the change ridiculous and unnecessary.
After the Test wrapped up with Australia bagging a tense three-wicker win, support began to flow for the pink ball, which held up better than many expected.
This surprising shift came as a result of seeing how the ball travelled and bounced on the pitch, converting many who were undecided on its effect.
Those who were concerned about its visibility and usefulness for quick bowlers were disappointed, as the ball was good for the bowlers, resulting in slow run rates and more wickets than usual at Adelaide, which is usually a batting paradise.
Many agreed that the day-night format was a success, and many were calling for its future continuation.
As good a day of Test Cricket I have witnessed for a while... Good contest between Bat & Ball..Great Comms...Quality TV viewing... #PinkBall— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan)
November 27, 2015
.@Marcus_North says day-night Tests are here to stay after a cracking debut in Adelaide. https://t.co/n7zqRFpWVd pic.twitter.com/767LrJ6Ex9— Sky Sports Cricket (@SkyCricket)
November 29, 2015
Day/Night Test at the beautiful Adelaide Oval a raging success! Great to see both teams embrace the concept and put on a great game! #AUSvNZ— Jason Gillespie (@YCCCDizzy)
November 29, 2015
Dear CA, Can we make the Boxing Day test against the West Indies a day night test please, how good would that be ! Agree followers ?— Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne)
November 28, 2015
Sitting with Julia Gillard and watching the pink ball swing. Wickets tumbling. Fine S. Australian wine slipping down. It's all just lovely.— Stephen Fry (@stephenfry)
November 28, 2015