Former Indian batter Sunil Gavaskar has joined a star-studded commentary panel for the upcoming Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023 season. Gavaskar, along with renowned cricket experts like Graeme Smith, Danny Morrison, and Mpumelelo Pommie Mbangwa, will provide their insights and expertise during the inaugural season of MLC.
Joining the team of esteemed commentators are popular broadcasters Alan Wilkins, Natalie Germanos, and Nikhil Uttamchandani. This seven-member panel brings a wealth of international cricket experience and will add color to the broadcasts of this historic season.
The MLC 2023 season will begin with a clash between the Texas Super Kings and the Los Angeles Knight Riders at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas on Friday. The tournament features six teams and will witness the participation of cricket stars like Rashid Khan, Faf du Plessis, Shadab Khan, Andre Russell, Jason Roy, Marcus Stoinis, and Trent Boult.
Sunil Gavaskar, who has been a commentator since 1990, recently expressed his criticism of some English pundits during the Ashes 2023. In his column for Mid-Day, Gavaskar highlighted the unfairness of suggesting that Indian crowds go silent only when the opposition performs well. He emphasized that this phenomenon occurs in every cricketing nation, as home crowds naturally support their own team.
Gavaskar singled out the ongoing Ashes series as an example, where overseas commentators have condescendingly remarked about the quietness of Indian crowds when an Indian batsman gets out or when an Indian bowler concedes boundaries. He highlighted the need for a balanced perspective and for acknowledging that crowd reactions are not exclusive to India.
Ashes 2023 will resume on July 19 with the fourth Test at Old Trafford, bringing more exciting cricket action for fans to enjoy.
Overall, the MLC 2023 season promises to be a treat for cricket enthusiasts, with a stellar commentary panel comprising legendary figures like Sunil Gavaskar, Graeme Smith, and Danny Morrison. Their valuable insights and extensive knowledge will undoubtedly enhance the viewing experience for fans across the globe.
