Mugabe's the one caused Henry not going further in cricket, this young man was heading to be a brilliant fast bowler, Henry i remember you very well, have a great life where ever you are!!!!
Thank you for taking the time to put our story out there. As a Zimbabwean myself and an avid supporter of cricket at the time, albeit little, I love this piece. It has taken me down memory lane and opened some deep sitted emotions. It's crazy how traumatised most of us are who grew up at that time. I remember this team and how feared and respected we were then. We were so decent. True, power corrupts and absolute power absolutely. Self obsessed knuckleheads at the top who didn't realise how far up their heads were in their behinds. They not only destroyed the core of our team but every other thing in the country. People lost their hearts, belonging, future, dreams, friends, family, identity, rights...😢😢. Thank you for taking the time to focus on Zimbabwe. I guess I will always have a soft spot for my homeland. Though, honestly, it's not always in one's best interests to identify as one abroad. Such has been the damage to our reputation. At this point I don't pray nor wish for anything. Let life take its course and the universe knows better.
Fantastic video. I interviewed Henry Olonga on a sports radio station in Melbourne in 2009. He was living in London. What a lovely, courageous and talented man. I’m glad I clicked on this video and will follow your others too.
Cricket history is so rich and the stories are so powerful. When i grew up, you would have to read biographies to get this kind of insight & hindsight. There's a huge void of space waiting to be filled with content like this. Every other mainstream sport has a plethora of RUclipsrs covering all kinds of angles, but you rarely get the same with Cricket. Please never stop doing what you're doing mate. There's a huge audience waiting to appreciate your videos, and I can see this channel being very viable for you in the future!
That was excellent. I'm an American fan of cricket and finding quality cricket media is difficult here. Thank you for that informative and inspiring story.
That world cup in South Africa was my first proper cricketing memory. I remember my dad talking passionately about these two and the stand they took - especially Henry Olonga and the sacrifices he had to make in order to stand up for what he believed in. My dad's gone now, but the belief system he instilled in me by teaching me about these cricketers and having me learn from their examples, still lasts enduringly. I hope you do end up making that follow-up video, people need to learn about the malaise that destroyed a very promising team that could've won over the entire world if empowered and given the chance to flourish. With a lot of love and respect from Bangladesh
Henry Olonga has said in interviews since and in his excellent book (Blood, Sweat and Treason - highly recommended read) that he puts that rainstorm in Bulawayo down to divine intervention. The storm came from pretty much nowhere. He knew if they didn't win or draw that game that Zimbabwean officers from the government were waiting to arrest him in Zimbabwe (as well as what you mentioned in East London) and take him away to who knows where. I would absolutely love to see that followup video to what happened next - you've done excellent work here!
when I used to visit Zimbabwe I was blown away with how amazing it was. Shame that things got ruined . I hope things can improve. Such a beautiful place. and also hope for Zim cricket to also improve.
Remarkable video. Amazing how Henry's character arc went through so many turns and twists and yet he came out on top. Same for Andy, wishing these two brave men, the very best.
I like your videos. It is as if I'm reading someone else's diary. Zimbabwe were my favourite team since childhood. It's bad what happened to them. Hope they come back. If I've to make a request - Can you make a video on Kenya's campaign in 2003 CWC.
A comprehensive look at a crazy time in Zimbabwean history. Well done. I'm Zimbabwean, and I was there the day of the black armband protest - in fact, that was my first day as a professional cricket journalist.
Such a great channel, only 30 seconds in but I'm sure this will be another banger of a video mate. Zimbabwe is a gorgeous part of the world too, if you ever get a chance to visit.
Brilliant video I definitely learnt something about Zimbabwe at the time as I wasn’t alive then This was well researched informative balanced and emotive, a perfect RUclips video and it combined an important issue with a sport we love
Great video. After the 3 part series on the Australian 2023 season this was certainly a departure, one I wasn’t sure you would pull off when it started. But you more than pulled it off, you hit it out of the park. Great content and well done on another great video!
14:10 I know this detracts a bit from the more serious topic of the video (which, well done on btw excellent video), but Brett Lee's very clear expression of "Fuck!" is just too good not to point out.
My dad brought home a white SG ball signed by Andy Flower last year, the cricketer was doing some corporate event with my dad's company ya know the king where they sorta raise spirits n all. I was so shocked because I had just heard about him leaving one t20 teams coaching staff for another in the IPL just a day before lol.
Never know this happen,Thank you so nuch sir for making this great documentary video ❤and can you please make documentary vido on mysterious dead of Pakistan coach in 2007 CWC in Jamaica ❤❤
I can never ever forget the early days of Zimbabwe cricket with guys like the flower brothers and people like heath streak i spell his name right, Henry and there's another guy a fast bowler in Pakistan all now doing comment on the Pakistan super league, i miss all those guys and wish them well
I was 10 years old around the time of the world cup. Zimbabwe was oen of the teams I wanted to do well. They had some class players. It's sad to see the outcome after the world cup.
I knew the story but you've done justice to the courage of these two legends. To me Olonga and Flower's bravery stands with John Carlos, Tommie Smith and Peter Norman's Olympic protest or Muhammad Ali's. Sports is always reflective of society and society is political, they are always inextricably linked.
Ian Smith warned that this would happen: “ Pushing people forward simply because of their colour, irrespective of merit, would be most unfortunate and would of course lead to disaster. It would mean that Rhodesia would then develop into a kind of banana republic where the country would in no time be bankrupt.”
Hy !! I really appreciate your hard work & dedication towards cricket videos. I have a request could you make a like pre t20 WORLDCUP analysis for Australia ??? I would love to if you can. Thank you
5:55 I wish in the US, our athletes understood this is how you protest. Not belittling your country and countrymen, but by proudly stating you and the nation are better than that.
We banned South Africa from the World Series for all of my childhood. It kind of blew my mind that given the treatment South African cricket and rugby had been given internationally due to apartheid Zimbabwe were allowed to co-host the world cup when they were neck deep in their own apartheid-analogous policy, not to mention a stolen election the year before that involved the murder of dozens of members of the opposition, at the time.
that era was different full of good and unknown bad memories. Watching cricket was interesting back then compared to now which no more than some numbers on a scoreboard.
Another excellent video. It would be nice if politics and sport didnt mix but the only place they don't is in our imaginations, one has to accept the reality of the world we live in.
It's sad that, because of politics, Zimbabwe were actively robbed of their two best players. They could've helped progress Zimbabwean cricket down the line. Sadly, egos killed that
I know this is a cricket channel, but I don't think I've seen such a good short succinct political analysis of the situation running up to the CWC 2003.
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Man this is the best channel to learn about cricket related stories
he is a gem 💎 to preserve
Agree
It's great. But check out Jarrod kimber as well
@@nazalmoideen yeah Jarrod is great I am subbed to him too
i've meet henry olonga he is a really nice man and goes to my church
hes a great man hey, very grateful ive got him as a cousin
Mugabe's the one caused Henry not going further in cricket, this young man was heading to be a brilliant fast bowler, Henry i remember you very well, have a great life where ever you are!!!!
Thank you for taking the time to put our story out there. As a Zimbabwean myself and an avid supporter of cricket at the time, albeit little, I love this piece. It has taken me down memory lane and opened some deep sitted emotions. It's crazy how traumatised most of us are who grew up at that time. I remember this team and how feared and respected we were then. We were so decent. True, power corrupts and absolute power absolutely. Self obsessed knuckleheads at the top who didn't realise how far up their heads were in their behinds. They not only destroyed the core of our team but every other thing in the country. People lost their hearts, belonging, future, dreams, friends, family, identity, rights...😢😢. Thank you for taking the time to focus on Zimbabwe. I guess I will always have a soft spot for my homeland. Though, honestly, it's not always in one's best interests to identify as one abroad. Such has been the damage to our reputation. At this point I don't pray nor wish for anything. Let life take its course and the universe knows better.
Have you settled in another country ? Asking out of curiosity.
@@rohandante I have been living in a foreign country for some time now. Can't really say that I've settled down, but something close to it.
🙏
Well said Go🇿🇼
@@6ixandoutplease make a video of what happened to Kenya's team member Odumbe who after 2003 was charged for match fixing.
Fantastic video. I interviewed Henry Olonga on a sports radio station in Melbourne in 2009. He was living in London. What a lovely, courageous and talented man. I’m glad I clicked on this video and will follow your others too.
If not for Zimbabwe, Bangladesh cricket team would have been neglected. May Zimbabwe Cricket team rise again.
Nice video.😊😊😊
Cricket history is so rich and the stories are so powerful. When i grew up, you would have to read biographies to get this kind of insight & hindsight. There's a huge void of space waiting to be filled with content like this. Every other mainstream sport has a plethora of RUclipsrs covering all kinds of angles, but you rarely get the same with Cricket. Please never stop doing what you're doing mate. There's a huge audience waiting to appreciate your videos, and I can see this channel being very viable for you in the future!
Thank you!
That was excellent. I'm an American fan of cricket and finding quality cricket media is difficult here. Thank you for that informative and inspiring story.
That world cup in South Africa was my first proper cricketing memory. I remember my dad talking passionately about these two and the stand they took - especially Henry Olonga and the sacrifices he had to make in order to stand up for what he believed in. My dad's gone now, but the belief system he instilled in me by teaching me about these cricketers and having me learn from their examples, still lasts enduringly. I hope you do end up making that follow-up video, people need to learn about the malaise that destroyed a very promising team that could've won over the entire world if empowered and given the chance to flourish. With a lot of love and respect from Bangladesh
Henry Olonga has said in interviews since and in his excellent book (Blood, Sweat and Treason - highly recommended read) that he puts that rainstorm in Bulawayo down to divine intervention. The storm came from pretty much nowhere.
He knew if they didn't win or draw that game that Zimbabwean officers from the government were waiting to arrest him in Zimbabwe (as well as what you mentioned in East London) and take him away to who knows where.
I would absolutely love to see that followup video to what happened next - you've done excellent work here!
I'm not a religious man...but it makes you wonder doesn't it?
Where could i get this book of Henry? I would like to have a copy,
Absolutely gem of a video, had no clue about the courage and sacrifice both of them had made.
Watching from rural South Africa. I attended that World Cup. This was an outstanding video. So very well done.
Sport IS politics.
Good video 👍
when I used to visit Zimbabwe I was blown away with how amazing it was. Shame that things got ruined . I hope things can improve. Such a beautiful place. and also hope for Zim cricket to also improve.
Remarkable video.
Amazing how Henry's character arc went through so many turns and twists and yet he came out on top. Same for Andy, wishing these two brave men, the very best.
Finally a good cricket channel in RUclips
you’re the Jaiswal of this cricket RUclips space lad ❤️
Kisine pucha kya jhatya
High quality content as always
I like your videos. It is as if I'm reading someone else's diary. Zimbabwe were my favourite team since childhood. It's bad what happened to them. Hope they come back.
If I've to make a request - Can you make a video on Kenya's campaign in 2003 CWC.
What a talent you have! Well done Sir... 🏏
I always thought of Henry Olonga as the bowler that got hammered in Sharjah by Sachin. What a story...I am glad he is doing well.
Those were the REAL Men standing for Values and Principles👍👍👍👍
Man make all the stories. Im gonna watchem all
A comprehensive look at a crazy time in Zimbabwean history. Well done. I'm Zimbabwean, and I was there the day of the black armband protest - in fact, that was my first day as a professional cricket journalist.
Man you're just brilliant! Straight to the point, well researched, well presented, very well worth my time!
Great Video Bro Just keep it up,, Much love from India.
My interest in cricket being pretty new, I only knew Andy Flower as the new RCB coach. Had no idea he was such a legend. Great video!
Much needed story. Thank you for sharing.
This channel is like a saviour for me. I always listen to this guy when I do my work. Thank you!
This is why i get upset when people complain about politics in sports. Sport is a great platform to shine a light on things for the world stage to see
Unless they say something you're against then you'll quickly be saying "actually not those politics"
@@redbullsauberpetronas don’t strawman me dude
@@Starkweather133 you're coping now
@@redbullsauberpetronas and you’re just saying internet buzzwords with no meaning. Great chat!
mate you are a wealth of knowledge on cricket! cheers from Perth!
Such a great channel, only 30 seconds in but I'm sure this will be another banger of a video mate. Zimbabwe is a gorgeous part of the world too, if you ever get a chance to visit.
I saw Australia declare on 735/6 against Zimbabwe at the WACA once.
That's a lot of wickets
Wow this was such a great story to listen to. I was fairly young when this happened and was oblivious to it. What champions.
Brilliant video
I definitely learnt something about Zimbabwe at the time as I wasn’t alive then
This was well researched informative balanced and emotive, a perfect RUclips video and it combined an important issue with a sport we love
You are phenomenal at what you do. Thank you.
You're an amazing story teller. Looking forward to more videos in the future!
Such a brilliant narrator. Love your videos.
A good topic you chose that is not discussed enough
Fantastic video! You never fail to impress.
Great video. After the 3 part series on the Australian 2023 season this was certainly a departure, one I wasn’t sure you would pull off when it started. But you more than pulled it off, you hit it out of the park. Great content and well done on another great video!
So proud of you Sir, Love from Pakistan
Andy and Henry stood for humanity and their people, ultimate respect goes to them.
Best channel to actually learn interesting stuff of cricket which younger fans might have missed. Excellent Excellent
Love your videos brother....keep it up, Tatenda Taibu is here at Papua new guinea 🇵🇬 now as a coaching staff here
Another cracking video! Always explained in such an entertaining way! 👏👏
love the videos mate, keep em comin
Excellent video mate. Very eye opening and informative.
14:10 I know this detracts a bit from the more serious topic of the video (which, well done on btw excellent video), but Brett Lee's very clear expression of "Fuck!" is just too good not to point out.
A suberb, nuanced take on this sad story, subscribed.
Man i love your work
Mate this video was fantastic! great coverage
I remember Andrew playing in the Sheffield Shield doen under. A great player. Test barring average over 50.
Sports and politics should not mix. The protest is only effective for a short time and never makes serious impact.
Your channel is amazing mate! Cheers from Mumbai, India!
Can you make a video on associate cricket brother? There will be so many cricket lovers who'll love to see an essay on them 😇
Thanks man this was a brilliant piece work
Thank you.. enjoyed it
Fantastic work covering this story!
Where are you man?
We want more such videos from you
Happy to have you back man😄
Great work 👏
My dad brought home a white SG ball signed by Andy Flower last year, the cricketer was doing some corporate event with my dad's company ya know the king where they sorta raise spirits n all. I was so shocked because I had just heard about him leaving one t20 teams coaching staff for another in the IPL just a day before lol.
Never know this happen,Thank you so nuch sir for making this great documentary video ❤and can you please make documentary vido on mysterious dead of Pakistan coach in 2007 CWC in Jamaica ❤❤
Amazing
Great channel. Keep it up!
Just came across your channel.... Nice content and presentation.... You just got a new subscriber
Thank you for sharing our story
Fantastic video
I can never ever forget the early days of Zimbabwe cricket with guys like the flower brothers and people like heath streak i spell his name right, Henry and there's another guy a fast bowler in Pakistan all now doing comment on the Pakistan super league, i miss all those guys and wish them well
I was 10 years old around the time of the world cup. Zimbabwe was oen of the teams I wanted to do well. They had some class players. It's sad to see the outcome after the world cup.
I knew the story but you've done justice to the courage of these two legends. To me Olonga and Flower's bravery stands with John Carlos, Tommie Smith and Peter Norman's Olympic protest or Muhammad Ali's. Sports is always reflective of society and society is political, they are always inextricably linked.
Present Indian cricketers must learn a thing or 2 from Henry Olonga and Andy Flower
Ian Smith warned that this would happen: “ Pushing people forward simply because of their colour, irrespective of merit, would be most unfortunate and would of course lead to disaster. It would mean that Rhodesia would then develop into a kind of banana republic where the country would in no time be bankrupt.”
Hy !! I really appreciate your hard work & dedication towards cricket videos.
I have a request could you make a like pre t20 WORLDCUP analysis for Australia ??? I would love to if you can. Thank you
Keep going bro.. you are doing very well❤❤
Another incredible vid mate
Balanced and well said
I know basically nothing about cricket (I'm a Yank), but the algorithm spit this onto my TL and it piqued my interest. You've earned a sub.
Cricket history ❎ Zimbabwe history ☑️
Another quality video mate
It's always important to stand for justice. Especially when your voice has an audience and you have followers who believe in good cause.
Great recap
Just a video request. Can you by any chance make a video on Pakistan's 1992 World Cup Campaign?? It was quite a miraculous campaign for them.
Can you upload more often please 🙏🙏
Make an episode on the great West Indies team. Something similar to "Fire in Babylon". Request from India.
5:55 I wish in the US, our athletes understood this is how you protest. Not belittling your country and countrymen, but by proudly stating you and the nation are better than that.
Now Zimbabwe is trying hard to back in cricket,they are building 2 new cricket stadium and renovation old stadium, hiring new coached ❤
Sir love your videos ❤
We banned South Africa from the World Series for all of my childhood. It kind of blew my mind that given the treatment South African cricket and rugby had been given internationally due to apartheid Zimbabwe were allowed to co-host the world cup when they were neck deep in their own apartheid-analogous policy, not to mention a stolen election the year before that involved the murder of dozens of members of the opposition, at the time.
Can you please make a seperate documentary on 2003 world cup
that era was different full of good and unknown bad memories. Watching cricket was interesting back then compared to now which no more than some numbers on a scoreboard.
Another excellent video. It would be nice if politics and sport didnt mix but the only place they don't is in our imaginations, one has to accept the reality of the world we live in.
Unfortunately South Africa is headed the same direction as Zimbabwe.
Make a video on Zimbabwe cricket crisis.
It's sad that, because of politics, Zimbabwe were actively robbed of their two best players. They could've helped progress Zimbabwean cricket down the line. Sadly, egos killed that
zimbabwean cricket was never the same after that, its just sad to see their downfall
Come for the cricket, stay for the lesson on the socioeconomic state of Zimbabwe during the late 20th and early 21st centuries
hi Great video
Please make a video about 1975 World Cup
I know this is a cricket channel, but I don't think I've seen such a good short succinct political analysis of the situation running up to the CWC 2003.