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Modi on defensive over Aussie invite
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ASIANAGE on 25 September, 2008 05:21:18
 
BY OUR CORRESPONDENT
Mumbai
Sept. 25: Rajasthan Cricket Association president Lalit Modi, who invited the
Australians to use the facilities in Jaipur to train for the upcoming Test
series has defended the decision and said that it would help them evaluate the
facilities available and also benefit the local players who would be interacting
with the Australians.
"There is no big deal if Australians arrive early and train at the RCA. Had the
Champions Trophy not been cancelled, even the Australians would have arrived at
the last moment," he said.
Modi also pointed out to the fact that it was an honour for the RCA to welcome
the Australians as they would evaluate the newly developed facilities and would
provide feedback as to how it can be improved.
He said, "They are world class players who are accustomed to world class
facilities. So they would provide us with feedback as to how can it be improved.
"Also local players will benefit a lot from their experience. So there is no
unfair advantage and it should be seen from the other side as well."
Talking about reports, which suggested that Rajasthan Royals were going public,
Modi said, "Yes. They have informed us about going public. It is a good move and
I would suggest other franchisees as well to go public, as it would help them
make a strong base. It will help them make a good team for the next edition and
would benefit everyone."