By the time the BCB finally read the room – deciding to open the gates to schoolchildren starting from Day 2 of the second Test in Chattogram – the galleries in Sylhet and now in Chattogram echoed like ghost towns.
It's not just the board that's been caught napping. Hridoy’s own attitude throws up red flags about a wider issue.
All of this leaves fans wondering: where’s the drama? The blood, sweat, and last-minute heartbreak and euphoria that made the Premier League the global juggernaut it is?
For a club sitting 14th in the Premier League and sleepwalking towards their worst-ever points haul, this second-tier continental competition has become the only show in town.
Beyond the spectacle, a larger question looms: what does this tournament, returning after eight long years, mean for the future of ODI cricket?
As 2024 draws to a close, the year presents both progress and persistent challenges. While there have been achievements in football, cricket, and hockey, the need for comprehensive reform and greater investment in sports infrastructure is more evident than ever.
For over two decades, the "Big Three" of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic dominated the sport, pushing each other to unimaginable heights. Now, a new story begins.
By the time the BCB finally read the room – deciding to open the gates to schoolchildren starting from Day 2 of the second Test in Chattogram – the galleries in Sylhet and now in Chattogram echoed like ghost towns.
It's not just the board that's been caught napping. Hridoy’s own attitude throws up red flags about a wider issue.
All of this leaves fans wondering: where’s the drama? The blood, sweat, and last-minute heartbreak and euphoria that made the Premier League the global juggernaut it is?
For a club sitting 14th in the Premier League and sleepwalking towards their worst-ever points haul, this second-tier continental competition has become the only show in town.
Three goals in 17 minutes. The Emirates roared. The dragon was down.
Beyond the spectacle, a larger question looms: what does this tournament, returning after eight long years, mean for the future of ODI cricket?
As 2024 draws to a close, the year presents both progress and persistent challenges. While there have been achievements in football, cricket, and hockey, the need for comprehensive reform and greater investment in sports infrastructure is more evident than ever.
For over two decades, the "Big Three" of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic dominated the sport, pushing each other to unimaginable heights. Now, a new story begins.
For Smith, it signals a fresh chapter in his illustrious career, proving that even the most accomplished players can evolve, and thrive, with the right guidance and mindset.
When Pintoo made a bold but heartfelt claim, saying that “I am luckier than Pele," he was not boasting about his skills on the pitch but about his unparalleled role in history. While the Brazilian icon dazzled with goals, Pintoo led a team that fought for a nation’s freedom.
