we're not that good

i find it a tad odd that a player comes out with a negative comparison on his team leading up to the World Cup. Murali has done just that, stating his belief that the WC winning Sri Lankan side of '96 was better than the one now heading to Caribbean. In some ways I suppose its a refreshing change from the insipid and predictable quotes that media-managed players tend to offer these days; but it does seem a bit pointless putting down your own team so.

Motera

So 'Pao Bhajji' had the Lankans in a spin with some good bouncy off-spin stuff. (Talking of bouncy, Warney's leg breaks are hitting chaps on the helmet in Perth...), but the Lankans are making sure India doesn't have it easy. India is 2 down, and SL's body language is real positive.

Is it just me, or does the Motera crowd seem rather genenerous (by Indian standards) with their applause?