MCG pitch fiasco: Kevin Pietersen, Dinesh Kartik point to selective criticism; CA rates it ''bad for business''

The bowler-friendly Melbourne pitch, where 20 wickets fell on Day 1, has drawn criticism from Kevin Pietersen and Dinesh Karthik. They highlighted the selective scrutiny of Indian pitches when spinners dominate, contrasting it with the current Ashes series where pacers have thrived. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg acknowledged that short Tests are detrimental to business.