Jatin Patel | Cricket Show USA

A heroics by Sandhu from the 1983 ICC ODI World Cup

by Jatin Patel | Jun 26, 2025 | Uncategorized

Since 1975, the West Indies have celebrated over 50 years of cricketing achievement, beginning with their victory in the inaugural ICC One Day International (ODI) World Cup. They successfully defended their title in 1979, establishing a formidable legacy in international cricket.

The 1983 Cricket World Cup final at Lord’s is renowned for the delivery often referred to as the “Golden Ball of the Century”. Delivered on June 25^th, 1983, during the second innings of the final, this inswinger from Balwinder Sandhu dismissed Gordon Greenidge, significantly impacting the match. West Indies, defending 184 runs, were all out for 140 in 50 overs, falling 43 runs short of India’s target of 183 in 54.4 overs.

This pivotal moment is widely regarded as a turning point in cricket history, transforming India from perceived underdogs to champions and elevating the sport’s status within the country. India subsequently hosted the 1987 World Cup, and by 1990, cricket had overtaken soccer as the most popular sport in the world.

The success of that delivery contributed to India’s cricketing rise, culminating in the 1983 World Cup victory. The story was later dramatized in the Bollywood film “83,” which depicted the events of the tournament and reached a global audience of over two billion viewers, highlighting cricket’s cultural significance in India.

In sports and life, pivotal moments—referred to as “turning points” can alter the course of events. The 1983 delivery from Sandhu exemplifies such a moment, shaping the future landscape of India & international cricket.

Balwinder Singh Sandhu, the bowler of that historic delivery, later collaborated with the film industry to ensure accurate casting that reflected the likenesses of the players involved, thereby preserving the authenticity of this iconic event.

Balwinder Singh Sandhu with Jatin Patel in USA.

2025 Cruise Fundraiser

by Jatin Patel | Mar 6, 2025 | Uncategorized

Join the Cricket Hall of Fame, The Black Pilots of America, and The Cricket Show USA, Fundraiser Cruise.

20250216 Show

by Jatin Patel | Feb 17, 2025 | Shows

SUMMARY: AI Generated Cricket Show of Feb 16, 2025 / Edited by Dennis Heath

Jatin Patel explains the new platform’s AI capabilities, including generating show summaries, transcripts, and time logs. The AI will also help compile show descriptions for YouTube, saving time on post-production tasks. Dennis mentions the usefulness of the AI-generated summary from the previous week’s show. The group discusses upcoming guests, including Sameer Bandekar, an ICC-accredited umpire, who will join at 8 PM to discuss umpiring in the US. Dale is expected to join the show later.

Cricket Sets Distribution and Status

In the meeting, Jatin Patel and Michael Chambers discussed the whereabouts of $50,000 values cricket sets that were shipped from India to Jamaica. Jatin expressed concern about the sets’ distribution to schools, as he had been informed by an Indian source that they were supposed to be given away for free. Michael suggested that the sets might be locked away in a room and forgotten about. Jatin agreed to find out more about the situation and to approach a politician involved in the project to inquire about the sets’ status. The meeting also included an invocation by Leon, and a discussion about the upcoming ODI championship season.

ICC Champions Trophy Discussion

In the meeting, Dennis and Jatin discussed the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled for February 19th to March 4th. Jatin explained that the tournament will feature 8 teams, including Pakistan, India, Australia, New Zealand, England, South Africa, and Afghanistan. He noted that India and Pakistan will play their matches in Dubai due to political tensions between the two countries. Jatin also mentioned that West Indies, Sri Lanka, Ireland, and Zimbabwe were not included in the tournament. The discussion then shifted to the potential rivalry between India and Pakistan, and Jatin suggested that Australia and England could also have a high-ranking rivalry. The panelists also discussed the prize money for the tournament, with the winner receiving $2.24 million and the runner-up $1.12 million. Finally, they speculated on the potential winners, with Jatin suggesting that the heavily loaded Group A could produce a champion, while Group B was more of a toss-up.

ODI World Cup and Cricket Strategies

In the meeting, Jatin, Leon, Dale, and Dennis discussed the upcoming ODI World Cup. They agreed that India, South Africa, and England have strong chances of making it to the semifinals. Jatin highlighted the advantage of India playing in one city, one stadium, one surface under one weather condition. They also discussed the potential of Afghanistan, despite being the least likely to advance, due to their strong performance in the T20 series. The team also discussed the importance of mental preparedness and mindfulness in cricket, with Australia being a front-runner due to their adoption of mind power training. The prize money for the tournament was also discussed, with the teams receiving $108,000 for just competing. The conversation ended with a news roundup, including the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League, 2 for 2024/27, and the Indian Women’s Premier League.

West Indies Cricket Development Academy

Dennis and Leon discussed the West Indies Cricket Development Academy, announcement of the adoption of a High School Cricket team, in Denbigh, Clarendon Parish of Jamaica. The WICDA contact details, and the recent voting of Joel Warrican as the male player of the month of January. They also mentioned the ESPN report for 2024, and the various awards given to players in different categories. Ivor was expected to join later but faced internet issues. The focus report of the meeting was a report from the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket, which highlighted the lack of a specific strategy to address class barriers in cricket in England and Wales. The report also mentioned the ECB’s 12-point plan to reduce financial barriers for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. However, the report concluded that 1 million pounds might be insufficient to reduce the financial barriers and that an early estimate of 4 to 5 million pounds has been considered by the ECB.

West Indian Championship Match Report

Dennis led a discussion about the 4-day West Indian Championship, with Leon providing the standings. The Windward Islands’ volcanoes were in the lead, followed by the Leeward Islands, Barbados, and Guyana. Donna then gave a detailed report on the matches that took place during the 4-day championship, including the outcomes of matches 9 to 12. The report highlighted the performances of various players and the results of the matches. The conversation ended with the announcement that three matches ended in draws and one match was won by Barbados.

West Indies 4-Day Championship Discussion

In the meeting, the panelists discussed the West Indies 4-day Championship, focusing on the batting performances. Dale noted the high number of centuries scored, which he found impressive. Leon expressed concern about the pitches, suggesting they favored spinners over fast bowlers. Virgil highlighted the lack of Caribbean youth players in the youth tournament that he has recently visited, attributing this to parental reluctance to let their children play cricket. Ivor praised the batting performances, particularly the performance of Joshua da Silva, and suggested he should be considered for the West Indies test squad. The panelists also discussed the bowling performances, with Dale noting the dominance of spinners and the struggles of fast bowlers. Michael emphasized the need for mental training for the players and better pitch preparation to help pace bowlers. The conversation ended with Leon raising a question about the pitches before the discussion ended.

West Indies Cricket Board Governance Concerns

The team discussed the recent changes made to the governance of the West Indies Cricket Board, with a focus on the rotation of the presidency and term limits. Dale expressed concerns about the lack of transparency and the potential for abuse of power, while Michael suggested that the stakeholders should take the selection of leaders more seriously. The team also discussed the lack of focus on player development in the governance plan. Later, the team welcomed and introduced Samir Bandekar, an international cricket umpire, who shared his journey and experiences in the sport.

Cricket Umpire’s Views on Technology

In the meeting, Sameer Bandekar discussed his experiences as a cricket umpire and his views on the use of technology in the sport. He emphasized the importance of passion and not regretting decisions made. He also addressed the issue of umpire calls and the potential use of technology to replace them, stating that it is a topic of ongoing debate. Jatin Patel and Virgil Frances raised concerns about the reliability of technology and the potential for cheating, while Sameer reassured them that technology is being developed to improve the accuracy of decisions. The team also discussed the importance of communication during power outages and the need for clear instructions to be given to both captains and umpires.

Umpiring Cricket Experiences and Insights

In the meeting, Leon, Dennis, and Donna discussed their experiences with umpiring cricket matches. They were joined by Sameer, an international umpire, who shared his experiences and insights. Sameer discussed his most memorable match, his preferred cricket match format, and how he deals with sledging and other issues on the field. He also shared his approach to umpiring, emphasizing the importance of decision-making and communication with the captains. The team also discussed a new rule regarding a no-ball and penalty runs. Google and Dale asked Sameer about his experiences with umpiring in Pakistan and India, respectively. The conversation ended with Sameer expressing his willingness to return for another visit to the Cricket Show, in the future.

Cricket Scores and Series Discussion

Dennis led a discussion about cricket scores and series, including the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2, the Tri-Nation Series, and the Women’s Premier League. Mark raised a concern about a bowling penalty run rule, which was clarified by Ivor. Donna provided updates on the Tri-Nation Series and the Women’s Premier League. The conversation ended with a reminder about the upcoming Women’s CP50 series and an invitation for panelists to join the next meeting.

From concrete to Kuala Lumpur, Ritu Singh spinning her way to the world

by Jatin Patel | Jan 28, 2025 | 2025U19W

Ritu Singh has grown up trying to get a cricket ball to spin on concrete – little wonder she has jumped at the chance to bowl on the dry surfaces of Malaysia.

The USA all-rounder produced a stunning individual display at the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup, taking five for 15 in the Super Six clash with New Zealand.

She took full advantage of conditions that were conducive to slow bowling, taking early wickets after New Zealand’s openers had got off to a flying start.

After three scalps in her first spell, she returned to complete her five-for to help bowl out the Kiwis for just 97.

The chase proved just beyond the Americans, who had beaten New Zealand in a warm-up match before the tournament, but Singh certainly did everything she could to repeat that result.

She said: “The plan was just to stick to what my process is and control the basics, trust my team and trust my field and do my best.

“At home, it’s really hard to get turn on concrete so when I come here, the turn I get is phenomenal. I’m really proud of myself and proud of my team for adjusting to the conditions.

“It’s surreal, this moment is not the result I wanted but I think it was a complete team effort, everyone did their part. I want to wish New Zealand congratulations.”

Growing up in Missouri, Singh was introduced to the sport by her father Ranjeet, who started a youth cricket programme in the area.

She quickly progressed and has established herself as a key contributor for the USA, to the point that she made her senior international debut aged just 16 back in 2022.

It might come as something of a surprise that her idols are MS Dhoni, Chris Gayle and Suryakumar Yadav, but that is likely because she is more of a batting all-rounder, irrespective of her stunning performance against New Zealand.

For skipper Anika Kolan, Singh’s presence in the team is a huge asset and there was only one place that she was going to turn after the USA had made a slow start bowling first in Kuala Lumpur.

She said: “Ritu has a past history of comebacks and the way she steps up for the team is phenomenal. So I knew that when we didn’t get the start we wanted, the first person I would turn to was Ritu and she would execute it the way the team needed.”