The article discusses the reactions of English pundits and Indian fans to the pitch conditions during a cricket series where India leveled against England. It criticizes the hyper-partisanship on both sides and the claims of persecution by cricket's richest nations, India and England, as disingenuous. It highlights the disparity in ICC funding and the neglect of women's cricket, while praising players like Joe Root and Rohit Sharma for rising above the controversy.

The article discusses the unequal treatment of women's sports during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the postponement of women's cricket and rugby events while men's events continued with significant investment to COVID-proof them. It criticizes governing bodies for using COVID-19 as an excuse to revert to neglecting women's sports and emphasizes the need for investment and media coverage to grow women's sports. The article references opinions from broadcaster Isabelle Westbury, England rugby flanker Vicky Fleetwood, and sportswriter Kelsey Trainor, and mentions Nick Hockley's role as interim CEO at Cricket Australia.

Cricket, a sport deeply intertwined with politics and business in India, serves as a platform for Hindu nationalist prime minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party to exert influence and promote their agenda. The Indian cricket team, a symbol of national pride, is used as a public relations tool, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India acting as an extension of the government's power. The relocation of cricket matches to the United States is not to grow the sport but to cater to the Indian diaspora, who largely support Modi's politics. The article highlights the complex relationship between cricket, politics, and money in India, where the sport is a significant aspect of society and a vehicle for soft power.