Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Ashes

For any cricket lover,Ashes is definitely one of the much awaited bilateral cricket series for many reasons.some of them are
1)It is played between 2 big giants of world cricket England and Australia.
2)Because of its historical background.
3)The huge media coverage.
4)It is the only 5 test match series played between any 2 countries.
5)Sportive pitches.Most of the tests will produce results unlike India vs Pakistan which is played either in true batting tracks of Pak where most of the tests will end in draw or spin friendly Indian pitches where test will end in 3 days or 4th morning session .
6)Pace at Which both teams play.In most of the matches run rate will be around 3.5-4 which makes tests watchable even for every minute.
7)The quality of commentary.From Ian Chapel,Richie Benaud,M Slater to M Atherton,I Botham,N Hussain all are well known commentators who believe in qualitative commentary.
8)Absence of other sporting activities during Ashes.EPL Champions leagues are not started yet,no tennis grand slams,India or SA are not playing any matches for initial part of Ashes.no Olympics,no commonwealth games no IPL no FIFA WC no European cup.

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