Saturday, July 2, 2011

The quote collection - England vs India - volume 1

Hindsight is one of the most beautiful things. It gives one the opportunity to reminisce about moments that shaped the present, the not too distant past, and even the future. It also serves the more perverse purpose of looking back at times when you were vindicated, and times when you were simply embarrassed.

I am bored of constantly searching for quotes to remember moments of the past, and with my memory fading, I figured now would be the time to start a quote collection.

Here is the first of the lot which kicks off the England vs India test series quote collection.

When asked the question of who he fancied to win the upcoming series. Jeffrey Dujon remarked, "India. There is a reason why they are the number 1 side. I think their seamers will surprise England." It was a comment that must have lingered in the back of his mind, but came out with conviction after Ishant Sharma stuck a sharp delivery into a West Indian batsman's chest guard. He would eventually take a 10-fer, and could have easily made short work of the tailenders had the weather not intervened.

Remember, this is coming from the guy who kept wicket to the greatest pace attack the world has ever seen. 

England are going to be in for a real surprise this summer. Either that, or Mr. Dujon's opinions will be consigned to the virtual dust-bins forever

Another one which has no relation to the England vs India, but I thought would be worth recording here, courtesy of Mr. Dujon again (this time referring to West Indies vs India contests);

"Mohinder Amarnath had a great series in 1983. His innings were the finest exhibition of hooking I have ever seen".  

Another reason why the man is a lock in my all-time Indian XI middle order. That's something to feel good about. Maybe the Indian cricket team can hire him as a batting coach??

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