There was a joke on Star Vijay's "Kalakkapovadhu Yaaru" that had a reporter questioning a politician that went thus.
Reporter: Sir, what have been the achievements during your term in power? (Unga aatchi la enna sadhanai padaicheenga?)
Politician: (proudly) It was during our rule that Australia won the World Cup. (Enga aatchi la thaan pa Australia ulaga coppaiya jeyichudhu)
Looking at the events of yesterday, this is no longer a joke. The victory was possible not because of the BCCI, but inspite of it. Where were the BCCI bosses when India got kicked out of the WC? "Sukh me sumiran sab karen" holds good for everyone, not just God as Kabir intended. Please let this team be in peace, instead of overhyping them and then bringing about the ruination that invariably follows increased pride.
Just when it seemed like the ICL had BCCI on the run, this victory comes as a big shot in the arm for the BCCI. Now obviously expecting BCCI to change is mission impossible. Somehow I get a bad feeling that this victory will do more harm than good to Indian cricket in the long run. In the short run, a thrashing at the hands of the Aussies, akin to what the Windies did to us in 1984 is also quite possible.
The other issue that rankles me is why governments have to get involved in doling out cash prizes to the players? Its not like the players or the game are starved of cash. Instead of giving 5 lakhs each to Venkatesh Prasad and Robin Uthappa, the money would have been better spent if it was used to repair my street.
Ofcourse it was an awesome tournament. Great memories that I will cherish for a long time. The bowl-out, the six sixes, the bouncer to Albie Morkel from Joginder, Yuvraj's 119 metre six, Sreesanth's ground thulping antics, the final scoop, and much much more. Thanks for the fun and entertainment boys. Just keep up the good work.
Reporter: Sir, what have been the achievements during your term in power? (Unga aatchi la enna sadhanai padaicheenga?)
Politician: (proudly) It was during our rule that Australia won the World Cup. (Enga aatchi la thaan pa Australia ulaga coppaiya jeyichudhu)
Looking at the events of yesterday, this is no longer a joke. The victory was possible not because of the BCCI, but inspite of it. Where were the BCCI bosses when India got kicked out of the WC? "Sukh me sumiran sab karen" holds good for everyone, not just God as Kabir intended. Please let this team be in peace, instead of overhyping them and then bringing about the ruination that invariably follows increased pride.
Just when it seemed like the ICL had BCCI on the run, this victory comes as a big shot in the arm for the BCCI. Now obviously expecting BCCI to change is mission impossible. Somehow I get a bad feeling that this victory will do more harm than good to Indian cricket in the long run. In the short run, a thrashing at the hands of the Aussies, akin to what the Windies did to us in 1984 is also quite possible.
The other issue that rankles me is why governments have to get involved in doling out cash prizes to the players? Its not like the players or the game are starved of cash. Instead of giving 5 lakhs each to Venkatesh Prasad and Robin Uthappa, the money would have been better spent if it was used to repair my street.
Ofcourse it was an awesome tournament. Great memories that I will cherish for a long time. The bowl-out, the six sixes, the bouncer to Albie Morkel from Joginder, Yuvraj's 119 metre six, Sreesanth's ground thulping antics, the final scoop, and much much more. Thanks for the fun and entertainment boys. Just keep up the good work.
8 comments:
'remember wht they did to dhoni's underconstruction house after the WC debacle'.. hehe.
sreesanth's antics.. too much maga. he needs to cnotrol himself. he already looks like a monkey.. his stunts will prove he is one.
but dhoni is a soopur cool brainy captain. what say?
yes maga..
Yes da, the series was great fun. I never thought it would catch the imagination of so many non-serious cricket followers .
Contrary to expectation, the slam-bang guys did not have much success. Yuvraj's shots were total clean cricketing hits ,Daniel Vettori's traditional spin was a success etc . I do not think cricket as such has suffered.
Thrashing at the hands of Aussies , well I feel it will be a competitive one.
4-3 to Aus will be a job well done. :)
Also,houses were gifted to these guys.I`m sure these houses will go for a toss after the series with Australia :)
@Josh
Dhoni seems to be a strong captain. Lets see what happens against the Aussies.
As for Sreesanth, if he can keep bowling like he did in the semi against Aus, I don't care about his antics.
@Rajeev
20-20 is here to stay. At the same time hopefully there will be no overkill.
Might not be a thrashing, but we should be happy with a 4-3 Aus win as Gadha says.
@Prasanna
Depends on how badly they lose to Australia.
yeah lets hope they win today and add to the delirium
"why governments have to get involved in doling out cash prizes to the players?"
Doing charity with other's money is what politicians always do in India.
But, the worst part is, it is not even charity!
Anyway, I liked the 20-20 format. Goes with my pace!
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