The disciplined times by gentlemen
Reflecting on my journey with cricket, I recall the days when my friends and I would gather around my family Philips radio, eagerly tuning in to All India Radio for live commentary.
Phillips Radio with different bands was worshipped as God Statue.
Back then, television broadcasts were rare, and our connection to the sport was primarily through these radio transmissions.
The flamboyant turn now!
The 1990s brought a significant shift with the advent of live television broadcasts. Cricket began to dominate Indian households, replacing traditional soap operas and becoming a central part of daily life.
The Glamour of money and entertainment reaches sky limits
The introduction of new formats, such as One Day Internationals (ODIs) in the 1970s and Twenty20 (T20) cricket in the early 2000s, further revolutionized the game. These shorter formats attracted a broader audience by offering more dynamic and fast paced entertainment.
AG Kirpal Singh including his brother AG Milkha Singh were my heroes
Today, cricket has become deeply embedded in Indian Sub-Continent culture, with infrastructure and opportunities expanding significantly compared to previous decades. The sport’s evolution from a leisurely pastime to a professional spectacle mirrors broader societal changes.
Myself in full kit warming up for ensuing match near my hostel room.
My personal journey with cricket, from playing with friends during match intervals to witnessing the sport’s current grandeur, encapsulates the dynamic and enduring nature of cricket in India.
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