Why do they have to play the world T20 in the Caribbeans. I know they have some good beaches, the people love cricket and its peaceful. But yes, that's the whole point I am trying to make, its way too peaceful. The grounds are small, crowds are well no crowds, and there is no noise. Bring it to the subcontinent and we will make a show of it. ICC will earn a lot more if its played here in BCCI's backyard. I know West-Indies cricket needs some redemption, but ICC will have enough money to pay them off as well and bring them out of their dire straits.
Another reason for not playing in Caribbeans is their low scoring grounds. They are detrimental for T20 if not for 50 over games. To be honest, I didn't like the World Cup in 2007 which was played there. Well, India not making it to super-8 was another BIG (read very BIG) reason. But you have to agree, slow and low scoring pitches will kill the interest.
Not to mention the timings in which the games are going to be played. India matches might be played in times that suite viewers in India, but there are a few matches which will be played when its wee hours in India. The telecaster (ESPN and CO) are going to be at loss for sure.
Well, now that its being played here, I cant say anything but start watching it and love it. Lets hope Dhoni's boys make it again as they did in the rainbow nation in 2007.
Who will be the next Champions ? I think one of India, Pakistan and Sri-Lanka will lift the trophy this time. See for yourself, in 2007 India beat Pakistan to win it. In 2009, Pakistan beat SL to win it, which goes to show the fire-power the three countries from the subcontinent have. Its the IPL as well which will help in giving the boys a confidence. Other than Pakistan, almost every player from SL and India played and had match practice in the IPL.
But do not leave out Bangladesh, another neighbor and Zimbabwe the underdogs who have won both their warm-up games in the build up to the WT20 upsetting Australia.
I think this time the WT20 will be fun, more fun than last time.
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