I have decided that any sport that has a World Cup is good in my book, (so everybody should get ready and excited for the rugby World Cup later this year). Since my arrival here in South Africa, I have started watching and paying attention to the ICC Cricket World Cup. Of course, I am rooting for South Africa to win. They play their last group stage game tomorrow, and they have to win to stay in. Here are some things I love about cricket:
1. They use funny words: The stick things behind the batter are wickets, and when they get hit and the batter is out, it is called a wicket. The person that throws the ball (like the pitcher) is called the bowler, and their throw is called a bowl.
2. They have “drinks break”: I think it’s great that they promote staying well hydrated when playing such a long game in the heat. I love taking breaks for drinks. Plus, a Gator type vehicle comes out with a giant Gatorade cooler thing on the back.
3. They are all really really ridiculously good looking: As with soccer players, cricket players are possibly the best looking athletes out there.
4. Games go on forever: This could be annoying, but I think it’s great. Games last for hours and hours, so if there is a game that starts in the late morning (while I am at work), I know it will still be on in the afternoon (when I get back from work). And chances are, there is still a fair amount of the game left. Plus, I don’t think you really have to tailgate. The game moves at such a pace that you have plenty of time to discuss odds and rankings and statistics, but there is enough action to keep you engaged.
That would be so interesting to see, since the players are so good looking should us Iowan's worry that ya might fall in love or maybe lust! Ha ha just kidding, you just watch the game!!!! Love you, Aunt TRACY
ReplyDeleteHaha good to see you're geting into the colonial spirit of things. when i was in SA it was all about rugby (touch, pause, ENGAGE!)
ReplyDeletexx jem