What’s wrong with cricket pt 2

Ok, so we want Bangladesh to stay (although it might seem some of their players don't). But what about Kenya and Zimbabwe? They’re not up to it yet.

But Balls, you’re just putting forward problems, what can be done to get Kenya, Zim and Bagladesh up to scratch.

Great question, well asked. Quite simply, the ICC and the rest of the cricketing world will need to stop acting like rich tossers who won’t buy their mates a drink.

Firstly, a Bangladesh A side should be allowed to play in the Indian domestic comp. Actually, while I’m at it, how about I also suggest the ICC grow some short hairs and actually tell India to let Bangladesh tour there! This will give them broader exposure to quality cricket and, more importantly, coaches other than obese Australian non-test players (Dav, I’m sorry. I just wanted to make a point).

Secondly, South Africa should allow in a Zim side and a Kenyan side into the Supersport and MTN competitions. The ICC should open its coffers and actually sponsor this. Fuck it, India should also actually start working to help international cricket instead of screwing it royally. Again, this gives the Zims and Keyans increased exposure to good quality cricket on a regular basis.

As a postscript - we are deeply saddened to see that 7 Bangladeshis are going to the ICL - although we found it amusing that the Bangladeshi Cricket Council refused to accept their retirements because they were a breach of contract. For a detailed, and amusing, run down - go here.