Make way for China?

[Diamond Joe Quimby]

Make way for China?

An under-15 cricket tournament organised by the Asian Cricket Council in Bangkok last week saw China reach the semi-finals stage in the lower division of the tournament. While that may not surprise die-hard cricket followers who know how the game is gaining in popularity in China, it is a significant indication of how fast the Chinese have taken to the game.

Now, to take them to the next level, the Chinese are looking at their cricket-mad neighbours to provide them with able coaches. It has been reliably learnt that Chinese diplomats in Delhi have been sounded out to scout for coaches in India.

http://www.indianexpress.com/story/251440.html

 

[kidgorgeous]

Re: Make way for China?

An under-15 cricket tournament organised by the Asian Cricket Council in Bangkok last week saw China reach the semi-finals stage in the lower division of the tournament. While that may not surprise die-hard cricket followers who know how the game is gaining in popularity in China, it is a significant indication of how fast the Chinese have taken to the game.

Now, to take them to the next level, the Chinese are looking at their cricket-mad neighbours to provide them with able coaches. It has been reliably learnt that Chinese diplomats in Delhi have been sounded out to scout for coaches in India.

http://www.indianexpress.com/story/251440.html

Probably in 100 years China will be a 'powerhouse' but lets not get ahead of ourselves. Cricket in China will take a back seat with a lot of future prospects wanting to be the next Yao Ming or Olympic gymnastic gold medallist where the financial rewards are infinitely greater than cricket.

 

[Diamond Joe Quimby]

Re: Make way for China?

Oh yeah, I don't think it is going to happen today, tomorrow, or even in the next couple of years. I just found it interesting that China of all nations, decided to throw their hat in the ring, so to speak.

 

[RUNOUT]

Re: Make way for China?

To help get the game there to grow why can't a 20/20 comp like the Indian Cricket League be formed? TV exposure would be enormous especially if retired greats were invited to play, eg. Warne, Lara, McGrath. Maybe even a ODI between two countries.