Delve into the captivating world of cricket, India’s most beloved sport, through the eyes of a renowned sports journalist. “Eleven Gods and a Billion Indians” presents a captivating journey, replete with vibrant anecdotes and previously unrevealed photographs.
This intriguing book takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of India’s cricketing landscape, spanning from its inaugural tours in 1886 to the contemporary phenomenon of IPL. It provides a comprehensive perspective on the game’s evolution, both on and off the field. The pages of this book unveil untold stories, such as the infamous Monkeygate incident, the suspension of Lalit Modi, and the shadow of match-fixing controversies.
By interweaving personal interviews, photographs, and correspondences, “Eleven Gods and a Billion Indians” fearlessly addresses pressing questions. It delves into whether internal conflicts have influenced the on-field performance of the Indian cricket team. It also scrutinizes whether certain cricketing icons let down their country and the sport by concealing crucial facts during spot-fixing inquiries. The book raises the point: does the identity of the BCCI’s leader matter to the ordinary fan as long as transparency and accountability prevail?
This narrative chronicles cricket’s historical journey through India’s colonial and post-colonial eras, providing enthralling insights into the lives of those who support, endorse, participate in, and spectate the sport. It also celebrates a nation that has emerged as the global nucleus of the cricketing world.
