London, Mar. 13, The introduction of the eight-ball over in England moved a step nearer realization to-day with the approval by the Board of Cricket Control of the recommendation of the Special Commission that the longer ball over be tried in 1939.
The Board also decided that West Indies should be asked to agree to play their matches under the change in the 1939 season.
The eight-ball over is already in force in South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, The members of the Test selection committee this year, who will have the responsibility of choosing teams against Australia are Mr. P. F. Warner, chairman; Mr. P. A. Perrin (Essex), Mr. A, B. Sellars (Yorkshire) and Mr. M. L. Turnbull (Galmorgan).—Reuter,
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