Its time Sachin adds value to the team. It was nice to see him contribute in bowling in the last match. But, we have to groom younsters. We should get rid of tendulkar-ganguly opening pair and rather assign Uthappa and Gambhir that job. Both these lads are successful openers in domestic cricket. If Uthappa gets going at the top order we can easily make big scores.
Lots have been said about Sachin being unable to finish any innings and win matches at crucial stages. I think coming at 4th down will be the best option if he intends to wipe off this comment on his career. Moreover, he is termed as 'GREAT' batsman and hence I'm sure he can silent his critics w/ his performance even down the order. Just imagine Sachin hitting those winning shots for at least 4/10 matches. It will not only be great value add to his career but also treat for his fans. Lastly, if someone like Sachin is waiting down the order, opponents will always have that pshycological fear and pressure. Finally, with current playing XI, the order that I would love to see: 1. Uthappa 2. Gambhir 3. Ganguly 4. Yuvraj 5. Dhoni 6. Tendulkar 7. I. Pathan 8. Harbajan 9. Zaheer 10. RP singh 11. M. Karthik
RE:Sacin
by saroj kumar pradhan on Nov 06, 2007 12:15 PM Permalink
For ur kind information we do not have players who can play opening spells (first 20 overs) outside subcontinent except Sachin and Dravid. Sachin has scored so many runs while batting as an opener. I really doubt If you have any brain. Gambhir, uthappa, Dhoni there are only good in subcontinent.
RE:Sacin
by rohit forbes on Nov 06, 2007 11:47 AM Permalink
good one...but i still feel he is more destructive in the power play and another imp fact is seeing of the new ball...these youngsters are good hitters...but no foot work...just imagine them playing on australian pitches...uthappa and gambhir will be out in first 2 overs...and coming to dhoni...u know he is not at all technical...it may be a tough one...but it is good if we do it on pitches and then try on foreign soils...
RE:Sacin
by Usman Ali on Nov 06, 2007 11:40 AM Permalink
Remove tendulkar and ganguly. 1. Uthappa 2. Gambhir 3. Rohit Sharma 4. Yuvraj 5. Dhoni 6. Praveen Kumar/Tiwari/Raina/Badrinath 7. I. Pathan 8. Harbajan 9. Zaheer 10. RP singh 11. M. Karthik
