Re: Why is it difficult to rein in Afridi ?
What really matters is if the party claiming to achieve a certain goal is properly equipped to back up its claim. If you have the required ability as well as mental toughness, only then your claim gains the credibility. Fortunately, Afridi has both.
Just because Afridi pre-mediated his strike against harbhajan does not disqualify him as a mature batsman. He has the ability and a proven track record to back up his claim and he does not lose his wicket that easily anymore. In addition, we also need to keep the whole situation of the match in perspective and then make a decision. Pakistan had already scored over 600 runs by that time and the pitch was totally dead. Yes, what afridi said and did is not a norm but then these days how much of cricket is being played in a traditional way anyway? Cricket is changing and you will see more and more Jaysuriayas, She-wags, Afridis and Gilchrists in coming days. And here is a quote for you some1.
Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds -Albert Einstein
Very nicely written, and completely agree.
A food for thought on the quote as well. :)