How do you guys think this will affect us?The new ECB eligibility criteria for players, both men and women, from January 1, 2019, are:
a) British Citizenship and,
b) Either born in England/Wales, or 3 years residence (a total of 210 days/year April-March) and
c) Not played as a local player in professional international or domestic cricket in a Full Member country within the last 3 years
It is easier for many Zimbo kids to qualify compared to the 7 year wait that the norm earlier. But it is also easy for a host of other guys to qualify, so more competition. Does that competition in any way make it less attractive for guys looking for highest honour in the sport and make ZC a low hanging fruit? Will it change anything for guys looking for better quality life / more predictable and stable future? What are your thoughts?