Everyone who has been involved in tracking the debacle of Indian Cricket team and their recent ousting from the world cup, would surely attest to what a disappointment it was, for the world of Cricket.
While millions blame Greg Chappel our esteemed coach, with a reason list that will surely surpass an average list of registered number of voters in, say, New York... One can hardly find where is Rahul Dravid, and what explanation he could give on what transpired.
I mean we can lament relentlessly about our now famously infamous defeat to Bangladesh, who can truely pinpoint what went wrong?
What really went wrong, was actually something that was revolutionary to Indian Cricket. For the first time in decades, Indian Cricket had a coach, who was willing to bring some change, Do some experiments, change players and viewers' attitude. Yes, Greg Chappel took matter into his own hands, ever since he came in as a coach. From trying to make Irfan Pathan a all-rounder, to making the master-blaster Sachin come in middle order. And in return, what he gets is a lot of boo from cricket lovers around the world, and more importantly from the angry Blue-Billion !
While everyone is disappointed with India not even getting into the Big 8, au contraire, some were happy that Pakistan got knocked out too...! And before anyone could realize how Pakistan found their exit, Bob Woolmer met his fatal destiny. Inzy the "Sultan of Multan" retired from ODI cricket....what a terrible loss to the world of cricket.
While many cribbed and cried that India lost to Bangladesh, some resorted to solace when Bangladesh defeated South Africa by 67 runs. Thanks to Ashrafful for his contribution and a great job by Bangla bowlers. Maybe Bangladesh is not that bad a team to be defeated by...hey look they defeated South Africa, so they must be good ! They might have been in shadows, but they surely have emerged as a powerful bunch...this worldcup around.
Between Match Fixings, Death and Retirements offshore, Heart-attacks, and even Sachin coming out and giving explanations...the Spirits of Cricket fans across the world surely need a face-lift...this time around.
Again, just my thoughts and ramblings :)
Critiques and Comments surely welcomed.
