The IPL Thread

deky · 21st April 2009, 12:57

As most of you, I am also an avid cricket fan, but this year, so far, IPL-2 seems like some what of a bore to me (as compared to the previous year). Following are the reasons for it

1. Low scores, not enough 4's and 6's being hit (well, till yesterday's match). I dont mind watching bowlers dominate, but 20-20 is more about 4's/6's right?

2. The crowd, too docile, Indian crowds are much more vocal and the atmosphere is much more electric.

3. My cable wala gives commentry in Hindi, nothing against Hindi language but the thing is that the commentators are in the studio and comment on what they see on the television hence you tend to miss on lots of other excitement.

4. 7 and a half minute strategy break:- whats that all about?

5. Till now the weather has also played a spoil sport.

6. Rajasthan Royals got a Royal shellacking in the first match, half of my interest has died down because of that.

Apart from point number 6, do you guys agree with me on the other points? is it me feeling like that or with you guys also some interest has diminished in IPL-2?

Spitfire · 21st April 2009, 13:03

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Originally Posted by deky

4. 7 and a half minute strategy break:- whats that all about?

Startegy Break? LOL.

Its to make more advertisement revenue

harry10 · 21st April 2009, 13:57

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Originally Posted by deky

As most of you, I am also an avid cricket fan, but this year, so far, IPL-2 seems like some what of a bore to me (as compared to the previous year). Following are the reasons for it

1. Low scores, not enough 4's and 6's being hit (well, till yesterday's match). I dont mind watching bowlers dominate, but 20-20 is more about 4's/6's right?

2. The crowd, too docile, Indian crowds are much more vocal and the atmosphere is much more electric.

3. My cable wala gives commentry in Hindi, nothing against Hindi language but the thing is that the commentators are in the studio and comment on what they see on the television hence you tend to miss on lots of other excitement.

4. 7 and a half minute strategy break:- whats that all about?

5. Till now the weather has also played a spoil sport.

6. Rajasthan Royals got a Royal shellacking in the first match, half of my interest has died down because of that.

Apart from point number 6, do you guys agree with me on the other points? is it me feeling like that or with you guys also some interest has diminished in IPL-2?

1.- agreed
2.-agreed
3.-no such problem here.
4.-strategy breaks are pure BS.period.
5.-agreed

Nothing can beat cricket in Indian atmosphere. The crowd,the cheers,the passion- everything is missing.
Just to make money they had taken it to SA but the charm and fun is gone.

Eddy · 21st April 2009, 14:35

I think that the IPL 2 will get interesting as it goes along, even for us. It is natural for the excitement and the interest to build with time. However, the quality of cricket will play a part but I am sure that there will be no issues with that. We will have to pray for the rain to stay away.

Go DD go....................

hillram · 21st April 2009, 14:42

I detest cricket.IPL is nothing but a money spinner a highly oschetrated commericial venture.No one cares for cricket here.

Eddy · 21st April 2009, 15:12

You don't agree with the concept of IPL. Fine.

But why do you detest cricket ? Not interested is ok, but extreme hatred ? Its a game after all !!

amit · 21st April 2009, 17:09

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Nothing can beat cricket in Indian atmosphere. The crowd,the cheers,the passion- everything is missing.

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The crowd, too docile, Indian crowds are much more vocal and the atmosphere is much more electric.

I agree. During the opening ceremony I was wondering who Lalit Modi was waving out to!

But look at the positive side. At least the cheerleaders aren't being bothered by politicians and the crowd

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harry10 · 21st April 2009, 17:57

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Originally Posted by amit

I agree. During the opening ceremony I was wondering who Lalit Modi was waving out to!

But look at the positive side. At least the cheerleaders aren't being bothered by politicians and the crowd

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Lol. Ya thats true. I personally like cheerleaders concept(not just cos they are attractive but its brings excitement to the quick format).

SO the score is - Kings XI Punjab 158/6 (20.0/20 ov)
I watched the first 6 overs - Pitch has good bounce but no movement so if gayle and mccullum gives a good start and ganguly supports them i feel KKR can beat Mohali.
The outfield is quiet fast and stadium is not big as well.

Eddy · 21st April 2009, 19:53

Guys, read this.. its fun, though I doubt the authenticity. The blogger claims to be one of the members of the KKR squad and writes about the inside stuff

Fake IPL Player

Spitfire · 22nd April 2009, 09:18

If the weather continues playing spoilsport this IPL will be a damp squib....literally.

emkay456 · 22nd April 2009, 14:37

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Originally Posted by Eddy

Guys, read this.. its fun, though I doubt the authenticity. The blogger claims to be one of the members of the KKR squad and writes about the inside stuff

Fake IPL Player

This blog has earned more TRPs than actual IPL, what with Times of India giving it prominence on the first page today.

The blogger had a wicked sense of humour though the latest blogs are stretching the imgination a wee bit. Today he claims that the Indian spearhead of KKR bedded a chick after yesterday's win !!

The best of the blogs contained the pet name given to our maverick pace bowler who is on the sidelines of IPL with injury.

woof · 22nd April 2009, 14:52

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Originally Posted by emkay456

This blog has earned more TRPs than actual IPL, what with Times of India giving it prominence on the first page today.

The blogger had a wicked sense of humour though the latest blogs are stretching the imgination a wee bit. Today he claims that the Indian spearhead of KKR bedded a chick after yesterday's win !!

The best of the blogs contained the pet name given to our maverick pace bowler who is on the sidelines of IPL with injury.

And, now we have a copycat too!

vasudeva · 23rd April 2009, 10:46

See this image of Obama and the infected Lara (of ICL)

The BCCI (headed by Modi) should immediately ban Obama from playing cricket, commenting on cricket, ban his entry on all across the world's cricket grounds, and also ban his entry into India.

Rocky_Balboa · 23rd April 2009, 11:00

Was a fantastic match yesterday.
Expected RC to challenge the score but too many failures at the top. Whats with Boucher in the sidelines and Robin keeping!

+1 for Dravid, for delivering when other top-order batsmen keep getting out.
Surprising to see Kevin fail to deliver in batting, again.

vasudeva · 23rd April 2009, 11:11

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Originally Posted by Eddy

Guys, read this.. its fun, though I doubt the authenticity. The blogger claims to be one of the members of the KKR squad and writes about the inside stuff

Fake IPL Player

Apparently, the real names are as follows:

Vinnie Dildo/ Badsaah Dildo - Shah Rukh Khan
Kishen Kanhaiyya - Ravi Shastri
Lord Almighty - Ganguly
Sheikh of Tweak - Shane Warne
Bevdaa - Jessie Ryder
Big Sister - Shilpa Shetty
Calypso King - Gayle
Mr. Batlivala - Mallaya
Prince Charles of Patiala - Yuvraj Singh
Little Monster - Sachin
Pedophile Priest - GilCHRIST
Little John - Ishant Sharma
Kaan Moolo - Agarkar
Appam ******* - Sreesanth
Phoren babas - McCullum & Buchanan
RDB - Ranadeb Bose
Mira Bhai - Harbhajan Singh
Sandy Baddy Babe - Mandira Bedi

21st April 2009, 12:57	#1456
deky Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Jaipur Posts: 1,194 Thanked: 1,247 Times	As most of you, I am also an avid cricket fan, but this year, so far, IPL-2 seems like some what of a bore to me (as compared to the previous year). Following are the reasons for it 1. Low scores, not enough 4's and 6's being hit (well, till yesterday's match). I dont mind watching bowlers dominate, but 20-20 is more about 4's/6's right? 2. The crowd, too docile, Indian crowds are much more vocal and the atmosphere is much more electric. 3. My cable wala gives commentry in Hindi, nothing against Hindi language but the thing is that the commentators are in the studio and comment on what they see on the television hence you tend to miss on lots of other excitement. 4. 7 and a half minute strategy break:- whats that all about? 5. Till now the weather has also played a spoil sport. 6. Rajasthan Royals got a Royal shellacking in the first match, half of my interest has died down because of that. Apart from point number 6, do you guys agree with me on the other points? is it me feeling like that or with you guys also some interest has diminished in IPL-2?
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21st April 2009, 14:35	#1459
Eddy Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 9,387 Thanked: 13,301 Times	I think that the IPL 2 will get interesting as it goes along, even for us. It is natural for the excitement and the interest to build with time. However, the quality of cricket will play a part but I am sure that there will be no issues with that. We will have to pray for the rain to stay away. Go DD go....................
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21st April 2009, 14:42	#1460
hillram Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 2,942 Thanked: 1,326 Times View My Garage	I detest cricket.IPL is nothing but a money spinner a highly oschetrated commericial venture.No one cares for cricket here.
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21st April 2009, 15:12	#1461
Eddy Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 9,387 Thanked: 13,301 Times	You don't agree with the concept of IPL. Fine. But why do you detest cricket ? Not interested is ok, but extreme hatred ? Its a game after all !!
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21st April 2009, 19:53	#1464
Eddy Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 9,387 Thanked: 13,301 Times	Guys, read this.. its fun, though I doubt the authenticity. The blogger claims to be one of the members of the KKR squad and writes about the inside stuff Fake IPL Player
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22nd April 2009, 09:18	#1465
Spitfire BANNED Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Panaji - Goa/Bangalore - Karnataka Posts: 3,312 Thanked: 774 Times	If the weather continues playing spoilsport this IPL will be a damp squib....literally.
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23rd April 2009, 10:46	#1468
vasudeva Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 2,221 Thanked: 212 Times	See this image of Obama and the infected Lara (of ICL) The BCCI (headed by Modi) should immediately ban Obama from playing cricket, commenting on cricket, ban his entry on all across the world's cricket grounds, and also ban his entry into India. Attached Thumbnails
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23rd April 2009, 11:00	#1469
Rocky_Balboa BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Namma Bengalooru Posts: 676 Thanked: 358 Times View My Garage	Was a fantastic match yesterday. Expected RC to challenge the score but too many failures at the top. Whats with Boucher in the sidelines and Robin keeping! +1 for Dravid, for delivering when other top-order batsmen keep getting out. Surprising to see Kevin fail to deliver in batting, again.
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