And Royal Went Phut… Again
When this writer observed Ah Royal! How the mighty have fallen even he did not think that Royal had fallen so badly.
But then came the one day and it was plain to see that the Royalists had gone so far as to shock themselves.
This game of cricket is indeed a funny one. And seeing the formidable Thomian batting line up decimated boded well for the outcome of the match. Not that I wanted Royal to win just that as a human being I was kind of wanting them to save a bit of face… Kind of. But as I mentioned on Parthi’s Blog I am left to wonder if the Royalists “rise” at all.
What of spirit and grit and saving face? What of courage and commitment? What of driving the nails in to the coffin?
As a Thomian supporter I feel really let down that Royal did not put up a proper fight and at least get close to wining properly. I mean when you have 150 to score to win and you are 50 for 2?
So basically Mowjood and co are now getting their knickers untwisted by the pool attendants and the Thomians are celebrating the great escape.
And following this year’s showing even Thomians are left to wonder…Ah Royal wherefore art thou Royal?
confab said,
March 20, 2007 at 11:02 am
yeah we batted like pansies and got skittled out for nothing. but the game was still good fun. we had a weak batting season, which showed right through the big match and the one day. however, we still turned up and played the game…
reminds me of a certain regatta last year….4 days before the actual event the thomians decide to lodge a protest? hmmm…had they forgotten to do it all that time and wait till both teams were raring to go? i came back from england especially to watch it and it left me asking “ah thora…wherefore art thou thora”….
esto perpetuarse:)
confab said,
March 20, 2007 at 11:03 am
but well played though…congrats on the victory…you guys outplayed us in every department:)…
Negligible Minoritist said,
March 20, 2007 at 11:19 am
Confab:
I have to tell you that quite honestly Royal continuously surprised me by actually “turning up and playing the game”. Doesn’t really bode well for you guys, this breaking with tradition.
Re the Regatta. I am no oarsman so I won’t take that comment seriously but I think thats the same question we’ve been asking of Royal for the last seven years (when was the last time you guys won again?).
And I must say I admire your bravery… making Freudian slips like that especially to Thomians… Not bad for a Royalist.
PS all in good humor.
Regards,
confab said,
March 20, 2007 at 1:24 pm
hehe it has been a while since we won the regatta. but last year was our chance and everyone knew it. too bad u’ll let a coach ruin it for everyone coz even the thomian crew wanted to row….
anyway touche!
Negligible Minoritist said,
March 20, 2007 at 2:05 pm
He he… Excuses excuses.
So does this mean that I will have to wait another seven years to see Royal win a Regatta?
I’m kidding confab… Thanks for the comments and do keep in touch.
Regards,
Parthi said,
March 20, 2007 at 7:08 pm
oh man…what to do…theres always a next time and also a better time! next time its the time for Royal Records! im keeping my fingers crossed! hehehe
Negligible Minoritist said,
March 20, 2007 at 9:54 pm
Parthi:
Machan I’m rofling here.
I really really admire your optimism.
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And to be really honest I thought I would have to eat my words but Royal out did themselves and snatched defeat from the jaws of victory.
Well we do live in hope and though I gloat about it now I’m sure Royal will have their day as well.
Anyway thanks for the comment.
Keep in Touch
As always… Warm regards,