Kochi Tuskers batsman Hodge criticises IPL schedule, pitches
May 5th, 2011 - 12:00 pm ICT by ANIKochi, May 5 (ANI): Expressing the view that hectic traveling has adversely impacted some of the cricketers, Kochi Tuskers Kerala (KTK) batsman Brad Hodge has criticized the standard of some of the pitches used during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).
Hodge criticised the IPL schedule, and said that it is very tiring and taking a toll on the body of some of the players.
“We have seen every side had a run of wins and had a run of loses. One thing I found extremely demanding issue in the IPL has been travel and it seems to be hurting few players,” said Hodge.
The Australian batsman pointed out that pitches used in Rajasthan and Kolkata were not up to the mark. He also criticised the two home pitches of KTK.
“The last four wickets we played on - Kolkata, Rajasthan and two here - they were sub-standard. They were not up to good-enough level,” added Hodge.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) who have moved to the top of the table with six wins in nine matches in the tournament will take on KTK on Thursday (May 05).
“We are just focusing on the game tomorrow. Yes, we are on a bit of a roll. But things can change if we drop our guard. Tomorrow’s opposition is good. We should try hard to continue where we are now,” said Dav Whatmore, coach of KKR.
KTK have eight points and are still in contention for a place in next stage but have lost three matches in a row. (ANI)
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