Hey All,
I live in Western Australia, Ive seen Gilchrist when he was a lot younger, ive even had the privilige of speaking to him on more than one occasion - believe me, Gilchrist wasnt all that crash hot when he started off. When he made his debut for NSW, he certainly wasnt half as good as he is now.
Patel likewise, wont be that good now - i agree - however, he needs to mature, and by exposing him to international cricket, it gives him an opportunity to mature as a player. Also, as someone previously mentioned in another forum - it is advisable that he plays a lot more domestic cricket than he does now, and try to seek help from Ian Healy or Marsh while he is in Australia.
Mind You, Im Indian, i want to see India perform just as much as the next indian - but i personally believe its good to give young Patel a go - even if its for a few matches, dont let his potential go to waste.
I live in Western Australia, Ive seen Gilchrist when he was a lot younger, ive even had the privilige of speaking to him on more than one occasion - believe me, Gilchrist wasnt all that crash hot when he started off. When he made his debut for NSW, he certainly wasnt half as good as he is now.
Patel likewise, wont be that good now - i agree - however, he needs to mature, and by exposing him to international cricket, it gives him an opportunity to mature as a player. Also, as someone previously mentioned in another forum - it is advisable that he plays a lot more domestic cricket than he does now, and try to seek help from Ian Healy or Marsh while he is in Australia.
Mind You, Im Indian, i want to see India perform just as much as the next indian - but i personally believe its good to give young Patel a go - even if its for a few matches, dont let his potential go to waste.
you just have to love him...