Saw quite a bit of the 20/20 finals day yesterday and while I was impressed with the action feel that the cricket world is getting caught up in a frenzy.
http://content-uk.cricinfo.com/countycricket2008/engine/current/match/320192.html
While I agree that the game needed a shakeup and the IPL has done that I believe that we must not forget the rest of the game. Lets face it, would Tyrone Henderson make a test team? I think not. Surely this is what happened when Packer took the game by storm in the 70s and bought one day cricket to the fore. I am also concerned about the power that the Indian Board has. There steadfast refusal to allow ICL players play in the Champions League is ridiculous and I hope that this is not allowed.
As for the Champions Trophy being moved from Pakistan in October well I agree. Why on earth is the ICC even considering allowing it to go on. It clearly is not safe and should be moved. The ICC needs to move quickly on this.
Lastly, big game of cricket on Wednesday when SA and Eng begin the 3rd test. Steyn out for SA and that will be a big loss. However, with Nel coming in it will be great to see his histronics and how he goes. As for England, Mickey V needs a score and they must play Harmy. His pace is much needed. Looking forward to it immensley and can see a England win here to level the series.
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