Badrinath Speaks Out

[adharcric]

Agreed. It was a big surprise to see Kohli being 'rewarded' as it were for the Under 19 win.

But Badrinath should have known (or have been better advised) to accept this kind of 'glitches' from Indian selectors. Much much bigger names than his have been treated like this, some after years of proven performances. For a youngster to talk as he has done, does not speak well of him I am afraid. This is highly reminiscent of Yuvraj and even from him and his great potential as a cricketer, it struck a very jarring note.

Sorry. I do not have anything but criticism for Badri's remarks. If he had said to the media, or whosoever asked for his comments, something on the lines, "I have scored runs in the past and I will try to continue doing the same in the future. Thats my job and I can only do my job to the best of my abilities.. The selectors have a job of their own and they have to do theirs."
The point would have still been made. His claim would not have become weaker and he would have looked like a mature and serious cricketer whose time will surely come and cant be denied perpetually.

Disagree. His statement may be politically incorrect or one that comes across as challenging the almighty selectors and how well they're doing their job, but it's completely understandable and doesn't diminish his maturity or character as a cricketer IMO. He wants to play for India and knows he's earned a chance to do that or at least an explanation for why that chance hasn't yet arrived. Had he not made this statement, you wouldn't be surprised if he never played for India given the direction the selectors are going in these days. Sure, he may have done his chances no good by speaking out but in a country where selection matters often appear to be a complete gut call (to put it in a good light) with little regard to performance, you might as well speak out.

 

[Sanz]

What SJS is trying to say makes some sense though. By speaking out Badri has hurt his own chances of representing India. Speaking out against BCCI has never helped anyone, not even the established stars, and Badri should know that.

 

[duffer]

What SJS is trying to say makes some sense though. By speaking out Badri has hurt his own chances of representing India. Speaking out against BCCI has never helped anyone, not even the established stars, and Badri should know that.

Well, scoring piles of runs hasn't really helped his cause either.

 

[silentstriker]

Exactly. He has done everything that you can expect a person to do in order to deserve a selection. And it's not like Australia where the second best spinner was worthy but there was simply no spot open. There've been plenty of times when the spot has been available, but the selectors have chosen to ignore it.

 

[honestbharani]

Agreed. It was a big surprise to see Kohli being 'rewarded' as it were for the Under 19 win.

But Badrinath should have known (or have been better advised) to accept this kind of 'glitches' from Indian selectors. Much much bigger names than his have been treated like this, some after years of proven performances. For a youngster to talk as he has done, does not speak well of him I am afraid. This is highly reminiscent of Yuvraj and even from him and his great potential as a cricketer, it struck a very jarring note.

Sorry. I do not have anything but criticism for Badri's remarks. If he had said to the media, or whosoever asked for his comments, something on the lines, "I have scored runs in the past and I will try to continue doing the same in the future. Thats my job and I can only do my job to the best of my abilities.. The selectors have a job of their own and they have to do theirs."
The point would have still been made. His claim would not have become weaker and he would have looked like a mature and serious cricketer whose time will surely come and cant be denied perpetually.

The thing is, he has made those very same statements in the past and it is getting him nowhere.. And when people are getting picked just because they are less than a certain age, even though their performances don't stand up to yours at any level, I think he is more than entitled to have a gripe and express it in public.



At least in India, if you are not on the news for some reason or the other, you are quite simply forgotten. Look what has happened to Mohammed Kaif or Murali Kartik......

 

[adharcric]

What SJS is trying to say makes some sense though. By speaking out Badri has hurt his own chances of representing India. Speaking out against BCCI has never helped anyone, not even the established stars, and Badri should know that.

That aspect definitely makes sense. I'm not arguing that speaking out was the smartest idea, but I disagree that it says anything bad about Badri's character or maturity.

 

[adharcric]

http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/slvind/content/current/story/364643.html

Good timing, Sachin.

 

[masterblaster]

Not so great news that Sachin Tendulkar has been ruled out but not suprising news either. Fantastic news that Badrinath is being considered! Lets hope that he gets his break and cements his spot in the Indian side.

 

[Perm]

http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/slvind/content/current/story/364643.html

Good timing, Sachin.

Indeed. Plays for the team, does Sachin

 

[masterblaster]

Indeed. Plays for the team, does Sachin

Sachin's always looking out for team India.

 

[honestbharani]

lol... unfortunately, it will put heaps of more pressure on Badri if and when he does make his debut..


But I guess that is what you call taking control of your own destiny.. Already we have seen DK and Parthiv flop under the pressure.. Let us see if Badri is any different.....

 

[masterblaster]

lol... unfortunately, it will put heaps of more pressure on Badri if and when he does make his debut..


But I guess that is what you call taking control of your own destiny.. Already we have seen DK and Parthiv flop under the pressure.. Let us see if Badri is any different.....

I think he'll do fine. He's got the desire and the hunger and also the talent. Not to mention he's far more experienced than Dinesh Karthik and Patel, plus a far more talented batsman. Hopefully he'll get picked and have a great series.

 

[adharcric]

Not so great news that Sachin Tendulkar has been ruled out but not suprising news either. Fantastic news that Badrinath is being considered! Lets hope that he gets his break and cements his spot in the Indian side.

I'm actually glad he's been ruled out and not just because it creates a chance for Badrinath. Sehwag can continue with Gambhir at the top, his bowling will allow us to consider seven batsmen and Tendulkar's absence means that we can give Sharma, Raina and Badrinath more playing time. That's far more important for Indian cricket at this stage.

 

[honestbharani]

I think he'll do fine. He's got the desire and the hunger and also the talent. Not to mention he's far more experienced than Dinesh Karthik and Patel, plus a far more talented batsman. Hopefully he'll get picked and have a great series.

not feeling too optimistic these days.. but yeah, lets hope for the best.

 

[Precambrian]

Even if Badrinath is included, what are his chances of being included in the playing XI? I think Yuvraj, Raina, Rohit Sharma, Dhoni and Pathan might come in for the fab 4 and the keeper.

 

[adharcric]

Badrinath's best shot is if Pathan continues to be harmless with the ball. India will be forced to play seven batsmen and Badrinath should then get the nod over Kohli - hopefully Dhoni's smart enough to make that call. Either way, I just want Badrinath to get a chance, play one good innings and make a case for test selection - that's where he can really shine IMO. Raina and Sharma are probably just as good, if not better, as one-day options right now.

 

[duffer]

Badrinath's best shot is if Pathan continues to be harmless with the ball. India will be forced to play seven batsmen and Badrinath should then get the nod over Kohli .

Yep, and we'll probably waste him at 7, discard him as a failure and be damned by the selectors for ever speaking his name again.

 

[Arjun]

Even if Badrinath is included, what are his chances of being included in the playing XI? I think Yuvraj, Raina, Rohit Sharma, Dhoni and Pathan might come in for the fab 4 and the keeper.

Yuvraj shouldn't get a match. Badrinath shouldn't be playing alongside him, but ahead of him. Play him at four, with five bowlers (not necessarily Irfan), and he'll have to score some big ones- and he can.

 

[adharcric]

Yuvraj shouldn't get a match. Badrinath shouldn't be playing alongside him, but ahead of him. Play him at four, with five bowlers (not necessarily Irfan), and he'll have to score some big ones- and he can.

Praveen Kumar as an international #7? He hasn't shown much at this level yet.

 

[Manee]

Nothing at all, infact.