eugene wrote:I am actually quite a fan of the ICL. Probably due to my strong dislike of the BCCI. The standard of cricket being played is fairly decent and some of the young Indian players are performing really well against international players. I can see how this tournament could actually benefit Indian cricket if it wasn't deemed a rebel tournament. I dont really see any benefits of the IPL except making money.
BCCI has changed the world of cricket. Some good, somebad. But I certainly am against their stance on ICL.
ICL has given the opportunity to many young Indian players to make cricket a career.
These players would have otherwise struggled at the state level, repeatedly ignored by national selectors, even for reasons unjustified. They can now carry on developing their game, have the opportunity to play with some of the world's best and make a living. IPL on the other hand
helps makes millionaires out of millionaires and a lot of money for the owners.
I also like the ICL concept, because it does not differentiate between players from full member or associate nations. Its equal opportunity.
What is forgotten is ICL has promised to release any player that gets called up to play for their national team. Where as till ICC confirmed the veto rights of the national boards, it looked to be players opting out of test cricket.
I am for ICL. So far for me it seems a good thing.
I hope to see it go wider to become a subcontinent / asian league. That will be a big challenge for BCCI.