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Congratulations, cricketers

6 February 2005, 18:00 PM
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
By Kamrul Hasan Chowdhury Bogra, BRAC
6 February 2005, 18:00 PM
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When the whole nation was waiting for victory, the cricketers lived up to our expectation. Today the nation is proud of them. So congratulations to all the cricketers. I also congratulate our national coach Mr. Whatmore and other concerned people who are playing a role in the development of the game in Bangladesh. I believe that without their contributions, the victory would not have been possible.

I think victory depends on three things: commitment, competency and courage. Our players are slowing acquiring these qualities. And that day may not be far away when they will become a force to reckon with in world cricket.

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Our cricketers don't need short time enthusiasm and overwhelming receptions. They don't need glass, plate, spoon, towels etc as gift. What they need is life long support and encouragement both from the government and from the people.

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When the players win, we start calling them "Tigers" and when they lose we term them "Cats"! What a demotion! We should keep in mind that there is victory and at the same time defeat in games.

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