Let our boys be

Agreed, that Indian cricket has had its share of ups and downs - and some pretty embarassing downs, at that.
Agreed, that we have a lot of superstars and sometimes they haven't played to potential.
Agreed, that its a time of turbulence, what with the World Cup looming on the distant horizon.
Agreed, to all this, and much more.

But can we give our boys a break ? Please ?

I mean, since the day Greg's been appointed as the new coach, the media seems to have gone more than overboard - tearing apart each and every one of his lines, his comments, his talks, gestures, expressions - heck, they might even be peeking into his bathroom when he takes a shower !!!!!

If we want results, then rest assured, this bunch (and the ones waiting on the wings), are more than capable of delivering the goods. I had written a post a while back blasting this very team for failing to perform. But now, when they have a new, and able taskmaster at hand, and when the season's gonna get underway again - can we spare them the harsh glare of the spotlights ? Can we allow the new teacher to get to know his pupils the way he wants to - without us taking potshots at every word and sniping at every opportunity ?

Can we stop making headlines out of Greg Chappell's comments at the breakfast table ?
Can we stop writing off Tendulkar because of a muscle in his elbow ?
Can we stop bothering Ganguly and give the beleagured fellow a chance to redeem himself ? (for this may very well be his final chance)

We have - ALL of us - praised them when they won and abused them when they lost. But today, they stand at the crossroads, with maybe, just maybe, the dream of building a team that will reach out and touch the stars, under the leadership of a man who has been there and done it all. Our boys need a respite, and some breathing space - let them be, and who knows, the next time they walk out on the green turf, the world will shake with every resounding step, for they will be champions - in the true sense of the word.

Comments, words, speculation and adulation can wait. Let the guru be, with his pupils.