Aussie to coach Indian XI

stormysky · May 24th, 2005, 11:38

Greg is considered by many as one of the shrewdest cricketing minds in the game today. He was also the #1 contender when John Wright took over. But the deal fell through due to financial reasons. He was supposed to have asked for an astronomical figure.

This time he has left the renumeration completely to the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India).

As far as his coaching credentials are considered, he would probably be the best in the world. He has also written a book called "The making of champions" (or something similar).

I hope that the support organization- selectors, officals etc can support him.

manojb · May 24th, 2005, 13:44

I think we can now expect Greg to start posting here asking about the party scene in Bangalore, how to get broadband internet, climate, navigating the Indian bureaucracy, etc. Apparently, he will be based out of the National Cricket Academy in Bangalore when not touring.

SHIMLA · May 24th, 2005, 13:50

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Originally Posted by manojb

I think we can now expect Greg to start posting here asking about the party scene in Bangalore, how to get broadband internet, climate, navigating the Indian bureaucracy, etc. Apparently, he will be based out of the National Cricket Academy in Bangalore when not touring.

I hope he dosen't start posting here! If he does, then he too will become an IM addict and spend most of his time on the forum, leaving the poor Indian team without a coach, whom it needs badly at the moment!

somnath · May 24th, 2005, 15:16

Just see what he says:

http://in.rediff.com/cricket/2005/may/23reaction.htm

Dino · May 24th, 2005, 16:14

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Originally Posted by SHIMLA

Yes, he did, and also a younger brother Trevor Chappel. Trevor became(in) famous after he bowled a delivery underarm on his brother and then captain Greg's instructions, to a New Zealand tail ender in a one-day match sometime in the early eightees ! NZ required 4 to win off the last ball and the current coach of the Indian team was then not willing to take any chances even with a tailender!!

Hope he dosen't bring these aspects into his coaching!!

I don't think there's much chance of any repeat of such bad sportsmanship.Whilst I can't directly quote Greg's words he is widely reported on numerous occassions to have stated that at that particular time (1980), he wasn't in a fit state to have been captain of Australia.He acknowledges it was a very bad call and he had to suffer widespread condemnation for years following.

I agree with pkalra that Ian Chappell,whilst a great cricketer,is a very ordinary commentator.A lot of people thought that he was very non-supportive of his brother Greg whilst he suffered angst as a result of the above quoted incident.

I wouldn't worry about Greg looking for party venues,wasting time on the internet etc.He comes across as a very focussed and goal orientated individual who won't allow himself to be distracted from the task in hand.I think he will expect no less from the players.

phantom · May 24th, 2005, 16:30

I think the one reason I like Greg is that he could be defiant if he wants. It needs courage to twist the rules of a 'gentleman's game' when the whole world is watching and you know that you will bear the brunt of all the criticism, not the bowler. We have had a lot of statesman and gentleman sportsperson in our country, its high time we start grooming players who has a lot of aggro and the will to win as Greg had shown during his heydays.

bora · May 24th, 2005, 17:20

Well, let's hope Greg Chappell turns around the fortunes of the Indian team, consistently. Though it remains to be seen what our players deliver!

iwanttogoback · May 24th, 2005, 18:06

just what is it with cricket? what is it's attraction. even as an aussie and, therefore, world beater, i just don't get it.

somnath · May 24th, 2005, 19:10

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Originally Posted by iwanttogoback

just what is it with cricket? what is it's attraction. even as an aussie and, therefore, world beater, i just don't get it.

OK iwanttogoback, please tell us why "youwanttogoback"

- Somnath

SHIMLA · May 24th, 2005, 20:24

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Originally Posted by iwanttogoback

just what is it with cricket? what is it's attraction. even as an aussie and, therefore, world beater, i just don't get it.

What's the attraction of football? Or tennis? Similar with cricket in India. Its a sport loved by the majority in India, that's all.

iwanttogoback · May 25th, 2005, 20:51

well, not for the cricket.
for the scenery, and the buildings, and the people in small numbers, and for the sheer craziness of it all. for the random juxtaposition of wealth and poverty, old and new, for the manic energy, the taxi rides, rickshaws, indian coffee, for the exquisite colours of sarees and shalwar kameez (?).
hard to put into words really - always something happening, never knowing what to expect or what will happen next. the energy, the chaos, the sheer incredible difference to here. what can i say, i loved it, i want to go back.

Bigzero · May 25th, 2005, 21:17

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Originally Posted by iwanttogoback

well, not for the cricket.
for the scenery, and the buildings, and the people in small numbers, and for the sheer craziness of it all. for the random juxtaposition of wealth and poverty, old and new, for the manic energy, the taxi rides, rickshaws, indian coffee, for the exquisite colours of sarees and shalwar kameez (?).
hard to put into words really - always something happening, never knowing what to expect or what will happen next. the energy, the chaos, the sheer incredible difference to here. what can i say, i loved it, i want to go back.

the second paragraph looks like a decent description of a cricket match!

iwanttogoback · May 25th, 2005, 21:19

cricket in india perhaps, not quite so exciting over here, even if we do win most of the time........

somnath · May 25th, 2005, 21:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigzero

the second paragraph looks like a decent description of a cricket match!

BigZee,

And iwanttogoback, you really love India

- Somnath

iwanttogoback · May 26th, 2005, 18:21

and now, an aussie to coach sri lanka as well - tom moody. aren't we coaching england as well, or am i just assuming that we should be?

May 24th, 2005, 11:38	#16
stormysky Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 99	Greg Chappell Greg is considered by many as one of the shrewdest cricketing minds in the game today. He was also the #1 contender when John Wright took over. But the deal fell through due to financial reasons. He was supposed to have asked for an astronomical figure. This time he has left the renumeration completely to the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India). As far as his coaching credentials are considered, he would probably be the best in the world. He has also written a book called "The making of champions" (or something similar). I hope that the support organization- selectors, officals etc can support him.

May 24th, 2005, 15:16	#19
somnath Maha Guru Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Calcutta Posts: 2,406	Greg Chappell said.... Just see what he says: http://in.rediff.com/cricket/2005/may/23reaction.htm

May 24th, 2005, 17:20	#22
bora Member..... Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: In front of a PC, pretending to be very busy Posts: 91	Greg Well, let's hope Greg Chappell turns around the fortunes of the Indian team, consistently. Though it remains to be seen what our players deliver! __________________ I'm a Cowboy A steel horse I ride I'm Wanted Dead or Alive

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May 24th, 2005, 13:44	#17
manojb Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Bangalore, India Posts: 426	I think we can now expect Greg to start posting here asking about the party scene in Bangalore, how to get broadband internet, climate, navigating the Indian bureaucracy, etc. Apparently, he will be based out of the National Cricket Academy in Bangalore when not touring.

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phantom Maha Guru Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Delhi Posts: 1,215	I think the one reason I like Greg is that he could be defiant if he wants. It needs courage to twist the rules of a 'gentleman's game' when the whole world is watching and you know that you will bear the brunt of all the criticism, not the bowler. We have had a lot of statesman and gentleman sportsperson in our country, its high time we start grooming players who has a lot of aggro and the will to win as Greg had shown during his heydays.

May 24th, 2005, 18:06	#23
iwanttogoback is sorry Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: perth Posts: 1,588	just what is it with cricket? what is it's attraction. even as an aussie and, therefore, world beater, i just don't get it.

May 25th, 2005, 20:51	#26
iwanttogoback is sorry Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: perth Posts: 1,588	well, not for the cricket. for the scenery, and the buildings, and the people in small numbers, and for the sheer craziness of it all. for the random juxtaposition of wealth and poverty, old and new, for the manic energy, the taxi rides, rickshaws, indian coffee, for the exquisite colours of sarees and shalwar kameez (?). hard to put into words really - always something happening, never knowing what to expect or what will happen next. the energy, the chaos, the sheer incredible difference to here. what can i say, i loved it, i want to go back.

May 25th, 2005, 21:19	#28
iwanttogoback is sorry Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: perth Posts: 1,588	cricket in india perhaps, not quite so exciting over here, even if we do win most of the time........

May 26th, 2005, 18:21	#30
iwanttogoback is sorry Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: perth Posts: 1,588	and now, an aussie to coach sri lanka as well - tom moody. aren't we coaching england as well, or am i just assuming that we should be?

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