The Ignobility of Cricket

Once upon a time the mention of these words meant that it was not fair or gentlemanly. Times have changed. As aggression and rude behaviour percolates all aspects of civic life, what with punching and boxing in the parliament & road rage claiming life, how can cricket remain unaffected? Read Column »

The rise and decline of radio commentary

Quite opposite to their national characteristics – the Aussie Radio commentary tended to be more rigid in structure and form – to the point, ball to ball, very factual and BBC a bit more relaxed, ‘funny’ and conversational. Read Column »

The Hampshire burr

One of the greatest disappointments in the contemporary commercialised world of cricket in India is the fall in amount and standards and thereby the following of radio commentary. Whilst the rise in popularity and quality of TV coverage is to be lauded, the decline of radio cricket commentary is a great pity. Read Column »

So near and yet so far

For India, this tour offered a golden chance to not just record a Test win against Australia but also win the series. Read Column »

'We will go fishing'

Australia’s 1969-70 tour of India led by Bill Lawry had started well for the visitors at the Brabourne Statium, Bombay. Read Column »