3 Reasons why comparing cricketers from different generations is idiotic

#2 Increased pressure on current generation

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Let Hardik be a first rather than a Second Kapil Dev

Comparisons with the legends of the game after 3-4 performances have become a norm these days. But that has more often than not resulted in either the youngsters forgetting their own game and trying to emulate the legend they are being compared to, or in order to carve out their own name, try to change their game so that they are seen differently.

Whatever the scenario may be, comparisons have led to many youngsters not fulfilling their potential, and instead succumbing to the pressure of expectations. Those who actually manage to make the cut always acknowledge the importance of sticking to their own game and not letting the comparisons distract them.

#3 Demeaning to the legends' achievements

The status of "legend" or "great" is given to a player after consistent match-winning performances, which are a result of years of effort and hard work. To compare them with someone who has just started his career is very demeaning to their achievements.

All youngsters try and emulate their heroes / role models in the way they play, but over a period of time they do manage to analyze their own game and make their name in the sport. Thus, no matter how similar a player's game is to any past player, we should not jump to conclusions and compare them. Instead, we should give current players the time and space to showcase their talent and make their own name, and not hope for them to be the second coming of anyone.