'There is no cricket without India anywhere in the world': Lalit Modi
Lalit Modi, the former IPL commissioner, emphasizes India's crucial role in global cricket, stating that the sport's economy relies heavily on the Indian market. He argues that international cricket cannot thrive without India's involvement and highlights the commercial value of matches involving the Indian team. Modi also suggests that the future of cricket may lean towards club-based competitions rather than traditional international formats.
- ▪Lalit Modi claims that the global cricket economy revolves around the Indian market.
- ▪He states that there is no Future Tours Programme without India, asserting that international cricket cannot thrive without the country.
- ▪Modi believes that every cricketing nation wants to play India due to the commercial value attached to such contests.
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