Things I don’t like about the IPL
The stage is set and from the beginning of this weekend, we will all be waiting for the BIGGEST match of the tournament, THE FINALS between MI and CSK. Because anyone hardly reads what I write, I chose the IPL since it is the perfect attention grabber for all of us. But before I go on rambling about what I don’t like about it, let me tell you what IPL 3.0 has given us. First and foremost, it has given us an excellent opportunity to see Sachin in his prime form after his 200 at Gwalior. Undoubtedly, like single malt whiskey, Sachin is at his best after 20 years. For me, he has redefined batting in T20 cricket. Every time MI has played this season, I have watched the match at least till ‘The Master’ has been at the crease. He, with a little help of Jacques Kallis, has proven that timing the ball is sweeter than any slog that travels the distance. Besides, it does get you the runs. Secondly, the so-called batsman’s game, has manifold increased the intelligence of the bowlers. The differen...