SreeSanth fined. Indians happy.
Yesterday for the first time in my India-Australia-cricket-spectator-life, I felt justified sitting thru the night, spending my time in front of TV. India’s comeback after Hayden and Symonds threatened to pull the match away from us was spectacular. It was a very different Indian team out there - a lively unit not afraid of experimenting ,and yeah, the usual constipated faces typical of Indian teams in such circumstances were (thankfully) missing. Sreesanth’s antics, Bhajji’s bhangra, Yuvi’s war cry at the end of the match - all these provided additional much needed amusement.
Much has been discussed about players’ behaviour on field - sledging should be stopped, no excessive appealing etc etc. And Sreesanth was a case in point yesterday (too!). See this interesting blog on the topic. But as a viewer, I thoroughly enjoy the exchanges between players (to the extent that if I were to decide the T20 rule for tie-breakers, I would opt for a physical tussle between the teams instead of bowl outs.) Anyways, I believe this is what makes the game so exciting. If someone would come out with a video of all such instances on the field, I would be the first one to buy it. Anyone listening?
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One Response to “SreeSanth fined. Indians happy.”
By nishantvaid on Oct 10, 2007 | Reply
You’re right, the verbal duels added (and keep adding) much needed spice to the game. but ponting’s remarks about ‘fake aggression’ are a reminder that finally what matters is the game itself.