Should home captains be allowed to demand made-to-order pitches? What happens then to the concept of ‘sporting’ pitches and even more so the ideal of fair play, which is deemed intrinsic tocricket? MS Dhoni’s repeated statements over the past month that he wants turners for the Tests against England have evoked widespread debate and controversy, drawing in people from all over the world including players, administrators and fans.
Some, like former Australia captain Steve Waugh, believe this would be detrimental to the spirit of the game. Waugh believes that teams should be able to prove themselves in all conditions, without contriving one to suit them.
Another great Aussie, Shane Warne, thinks Dhoni’s sustained petitioning for turners is actually gamesmanship.
Warne speculates that by speaking about pitches repeatedly, Dhoni is putting pressure on theEngland team, knowing their susceptibility to spin.
Some, like former Australia captain Steve Waugh, believe this would be detrimental to the spirit of the game. Waugh believes that teams should be able to prove themselves in all conditions, without contriving one to suit them.
Another great Aussie, Shane Warne, thinks Dhoni’s sustained petitioning for turners is actually gamesmanship.
Warne speculates that by speaking about pitches repeatedly, Dhoni is putting pressure on theEngland team, knowing their susceptibility to spin.
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