Its Over.....At last

One sport i follow as much a i can is cricket, so with the end of its world cup have to write something about it.......
This year's cricket world cup was focused on many thing except the cricket itself. So, starting with the basics.....Australia won, AGAIN.I was hoping this time South Africa would take the accolades, but they could only do just so much. Also, was hoping on seeing Australia crumble up against some team at the world cup (nothing against the aussies though) but it seems that too is now 4 years away.
So, the 49 days tournament (are you kidding me?) has finally ended. The death of Bob Woolmer, will however, forever shroud this cup with utter sadness. And, to think about it his death may have come due to some bookies' loss shows how much filth has infiltrated this ones gentlemen game. Critics have slammed the ICC for organizing such a long tournament and that too in such not so good conditions. Although, the indies brought with it some excitement its preparation of the stadium, security and other important details wa overlooked to a greater extent.Also, due to the odd timing of the games telecast here in Nepal wasnt able to enjoy it fully as well.
The whole cup wasnt a waste at all. It did bring some form of refreshing touch. I particularly liked the bit where Herschelle Gibbs hit 6 sixes in 6 balls (the 1st and the money for the feat was donated to charity) but when Malinga of Srilanka nearly destroyed SA chances of winning their match by taking 4 wickets in 4 balls was also worth appreciating. Also, as usual the minnows at this cup made some waves. Also, Glenn McGrath with his impressive wicket haul of 25 wickets (man of the tournament) was also laudable, and his retirement at his peak is also something some cricketer must consider.With Bangladesh and Ireland beating India and Pakistan respectively and securing a place in the quarter 8 wasnt pleasing to many, but i think these two teams are among those that really need a reality check. Ireland also received International One-Day playing nation status, and with their debut they're not at the last but i think just ahead of Zimbabwe, of whom i wont even mention.
This world cup brought many changes, resignations, retirements and very unfortunately even a death. For what will this world cup be remembered is upto the fans to decide. Besides, the Aussies not many people may look back at this cup with some sort of fulfillment.
Next stop for the cup is on our own Asia. Dont know if i will be here to see the cup up close (im not dying, just may be in the states at the time) but till then there will be lots of changes in the tournament as well as the teams and hope the coming tournament brings joys, thrills, excitement and maybe a defeat for the Aussies as well (No hard feelings).Until next time, ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Srilanka