The “loyalty to money” which Twenty20 leagues around the world are promoting has made it impossible for any country to strike the perfect balance between all three formats of cricket, says former Aust
The “loyalty to money” which Twenty20 leagues around the world are promoting has made it impossible for any country to strike the perfect balance between all three formats of cricket, says former Australian captain Steve Waugh.
Waugh, however, feels India, Australia and England are closest to getting the equilibrium right. Waugh said the incentive on offer in T20 leagues has led to a decline in loyalty towards national duty.
“Somebody like Brendon McCullum retired from Test cricket even though I feel he still had three-four years in him.
“He is just working for superannuation right now, for his family, which is alright. Overall I feel there is no loyalty to the team, there is loyalty to money now. I don’t blame the players but it’s tough on the fans,” Waugh said.
