Category Archives: Cricket

Maharashtra Premier League (MPL) T20 Cricket League Risks Mega Failure

Posted on May 6, 2009 by Harshad Oak

I would love to be proven wrong and see the Maharashtra Premier League (MPL) 20-20 cricket league be successful. The MPL concept sure had the potential, but unfortunately the format and packaging makes it seem like the MPL will not … Continue reading →

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Does the government have the right to refuse security to an Indian citizen or business?

Posted on March 23, 2009 by Harshad Oak

The Indian Premier League security fiasco had me wondering if it is within the Indian constitution for a government to refuse security to a legal Indian citizen or enterprise. I am no constitution expert, but I would expect providing security … Continue reading →

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Tendulkar Creates Something That Would Last For Centuries

Posted on October 17, 2008 by Harshad Oak

Tendulkar today created something that might well last for 100s of years. No, not the record for the highest number of runs in Test cricket… Sachin Tendulkar today gave a super quote. When asked about the severe criticism he has … Continue reading →

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Modern Day Maharajas?

Posted on November 2, 2007 by Harshad Oak

Post the T20 world cup, Dhoni is said to be making crores more and every other cricketer is making lakhs more. Good for them and best wishes to them. However something that isn’t good for us, is how our tax … Continue reading →

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Cricket coverage on TV – Channels are milking the game dry

Posted on April 15, 2006 by Harshad Oak

Have you been watching the India – England cricket matches on DD or on Sahara One? It doesn’t really matter as both channels are doing a pathetic job. Almost every over you miss the first ball as you are still … Continue reading →

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