09 Apr 2008 04:11:08

Is it really in the blood?

So far I have been very impressed by arguments that only parentage and upbringing should qualify one to play for a cricket team that represents a nation. A nation should be represented only by people who are unquestioned members of that nation. But what will happen in such a case: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandra_Laing ? If this happens today in England, will the person be allowed to play for England? Is this something that has been thought of while crafting eligibility rules? -Amit

09 Apr 2008 04:37:25

jzfredricks

Re: Is it really in the blood?

why don't we just let the PERSON decide which country they want to play for - so long as they are a citizen/resident etc. The once they have chosen a country, limit them to playing for it. If they then wish to switch countries, make em wait out a time period. I'm pretty sure this is how it works for some sports at the moment, and it seems fine. No one could ever successfully define "unquestioned members of that nation".