Its been more than a year now that the world has been unsettled by Covid-19. The sport fraternity also faced the brunt. Football leagues, the IPL and the Olympics with other leagues have been either postponed, suspended or cancelled altogether over this phase. Many events couldn’t escape the clutches of the dreaded virus affecting them on an extent never imagined.
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India and New Zealand have already produced in the WTC finals in Southampton, what a lot of Test cricket has been lacking for some time: iconic moments. Witnessing a team being honored as the inaugural champions of Test Cricket will stay with us for long and add a certain value to the tournament and the format of the game.
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“Necessity is the mother of invention”- this phrase is applicable in every walk of life, yes, even in sports. When the dreaded virus struck the world of sports, we did manage to adjust to it and resume activities, but such is its effect, that there always is a risk factor associated. As Covid-19 cases continue to spiral now amidst its second wave, the country’s sporting fraternity is getting hit badly with more and more athletes and coaches getting infected in major cities like Bengaluru, Delhi and Patiala. The global economic slump caused by the Covid-19 pandemic could alter the sports industry in ways unthinkable. Some sports will be hit harder than others. The economic framework of international cricket is likely to change and lower-ranked nations will face a crisis in funds. Sports like hockey face a questionable future.
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The Coronavirus exposed the peril of applying saliva on the ball, it’s a high risk of transmission forcing the ICC into recommending its ban on ball maintenance (tampering). Sweat is considered safe. Leading fast bowlers, including the No. 1 Test bowler Pat Cummins, still seek a saliva substitute. This gives origin to the question – can we open the areas of the law to promote the use of artificial ball shiners like wax, polish or sandpaper in the post-Corona world of Cricket?
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There have been a number of icons who have participated in the league and given fans fond memories that will stay with them forever. These legends have now walked into the sunset of their careers, but their exploits will be remembered with a great sense of fondness.
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If it wasn’t for the outbreak of Covid-19 and if it had been any other year instead of “2020”, Dr Shuaib Manjra’s time would be segregated between his responsibilities as Cricket South Africa’s chief medical officer and his own private practice.
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Mohammed Siraj was only 20 and just a net bowler when he approached Bharat Arun with a proposition of giving him some encouragement and backing and returning the help with his promising talent and bowling performance.
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The latest edition of IPL is just around the corner. Here’s how all the teams have fared in the 2021 IPL auction.
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It was the 5th day of the fourth Test between India and Australia at the Gabba. Gabba to the Australians is what Anfield was to Liverpool – much more than a fortress, a ground they hadn’t tasted defeat at since 1988, when they lost to the fearsome West Indies team.
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The mini-auction for this season will be organized in Chennai on February 18. This is that decisive event wherein a few players’ destiny will take a turn for good. There are many overseas players who have chosen to make themselves available for the same.
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