Prominent cricket commentator and journalist, Harsha Bhogle, recently, took to Twitter to hail India for a significant improvement in hospitality and other hotel facilities for the cricket staff members and the players during tournaments.
In a thread, he explained how the cricketers and media persons from different nations used to criticize India for its below-par traveling and accommodation facilities. However, the scenario now has become completely opposite.
“The change I have seen with touring and hospitality over my career has been astonishing. When I was younger and and starting out, visiting players and media persons would mock at us, make fun of staying and traveling in India in books and talks, and broadcasts.” Bhogle wrote on his Twitter handle.
“Little did I imagine that in the course of my career, I could see a time when touring abroad would be such a significant comedown in terms of travel & stay. There is now simply no comparison between travel & stay in India and abroad. The progress has been stark and immeasurable.” he added.
The change I have seen with touring and hospitality over my career has been astonishing. When I was younger and and starting out, visiting players and media persons would mock at us, make fun of staying and travelling in India in books and talks and broadcasts. (1/2)
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 22, 2022
Little did I imagine that in the course of my career, I could see a time when touring abroad would be such a significant comedown in terms of travel & stay. There is now simply no comparison between travel & stay in India and abroad. The progress has been stark and immeasurable
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 22, 2022
The fans also acknowledged the same and voiced their opinion in the comment section. Here’s a look at some of the reactions:
I think I responded to a similar tweet from Viru a few weeks back as well. I started traveling abroad from 2007, and in terms of premium hospitality experience India and Asia way ahead. I think the mid to lower tier is where we still have a long way to go.
— Suhel Banerjee (@suhel) November 23, 2022
I agree. Some places are years behind.
— Radio Cricket formerly AltCricket (@RadioCricket) November 23, 2022
As someone who lives abroad I completely vouch for this. I look forward to staying in hotels in india more than anyplace else!
— DM (@deepmehta) November 23, 2022
Yes, the “posh” aspects of India have changed significantly to world standards. But isn’t a true representation of India – for sure.
— Srini (@ThinkSrinii) November 23, 2022
Meanwhile, India have won the recent T20I series against New Zealand by a 1-0 margin. Hardik Pandya led the side in the absence of senior players such as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
The first match resulted in a washout, while India won the second match by 65 runs. The third match resulted in a tie due to rain. The focus now shifts to the upcoming three-match ODI series against the same team. Shikhar Dhawan will be leading the team, while Hardik Pandya has been rested.
The first ODI is scheduled to be played on 25th November 2022, followed by second and third ODI on 27th and 30th November 2022 respectively.
