Lillian Thomson
Hall of Fame Member
Sunil Gavaskar, the former Indian captain, has said he is shocked that players are complaining about the packed schedule while adding that the hard grind came with the honour of representing one's country.
"I can't see the problem, these players are turning out for their countries, it's an honour to represent your country," Gavaskar said on a television programme. "I would be willing to sweat 365 days in a year for India. Those who can't stand the heat should stay out."
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What he says might be true in theory but the relentless schedule is causing tiredness and injury on a regular basis, in fact some of the injuries are probably down to too much wear and tear in too short a time. If I go to watch international sport I want to see the best players at the peak of their game, not half a team missing through injury or fatigue.
"I can't see the problem, these players are turning out for their countries, it's an honour to represent your country," Gavaskar said on a television programme. "I would be willing to sweat 365 days in a year for India. Those who can't stand the heat should stay out."
Full story on Cric Info
What he says might be true in theory but the relentless schedule is causing tiredness and injury on a regular basis, in fact some of the injuries are probably down to too much wear and tear in too short a time. If I go to watch international sport I want to see the best players at the peak of their game, not half a team missing through injury or fatigue.