Indeed, because of their incompetence, much of the applause for the West Indians was from customers relieved to get some value for the price of admission. The team that once ruled the globe was, at times, patronised like the worthies from Kenya and Bangladesh. Don't mistake that for awed admiration or even true affection. Having faced little resistance, the Australians' efforts were downgraded. Sometimes, the press can get too close.
Personal animosities can shape perceptions.
It is only human nature. However, the scribes were not the only ones disturbed, on occasions, by the Australians' behavior. After all, the interview Mark Waugh refused to attend was with an investigator, not a reporter. Let's just call it the one that preceded the most anticipated football season of all-time. Privacy Policy Copyright 2001.