Commentary like the game is a matter of practice: Abid Hussain Sami
Sami has become a popular face in the cricket arena, with his meticulous analysis and vast knowledge of cricket. He started his journey as a commentator in international cricket on Sunday (July 16) with Bangladesh women’s team's ODI series against India.
Khan Mutasim Billah LifeEditor
Posted - 2023-07-18T16:18:46+06:00
Updated - 2023-07-18T16:18:46+06:00
Syed Abid Hussain Sami worked as a ball boy in his childhood because of love for cricket. At one time he focused on the game. He became a professional cricketer through hard work. He’s now known as a TV presenter, commentator and cricket analyst, he is also a first-class cricketer. Recently he made his debut in the international arena, as an English commentator.
Sami has become a popular face in the cricket arena, with his meticulous analysis and vast knowledge of cricket. He started his journey as a commentator in international cricket on Sunday (July 16) with Bangladesh women’s team's ODI series against India. Interestingly though, Sami was not educated in English medium like other English commentators. Like cricket, he mastered English by his own efforts.
According to Sami, “It's all a matter of habit. It is difficult to commentate in international cricket if you are not used to it. BCB is now broadcasting international matches at various levels. As a result, many commentators are emerging from Bangladesh in the international arena. Belatedly want to thank BCB.”
Cricket analysts outside the country are often seen in the role of commentators. That concept is not yet established in Bangladesh. This journey can begin with Sami. Sami added, “If we can deliver our cricket knowledge at the international level... the task is certainly not easy. From the outside it seems very easy. When you are commentating in front of an international cricket audience or doing pitch reports, presentations - the job is definitely tough.”
Sami shined in his first match as a commentator in international cricket. As usual, he received praise. However, he reminded, taking this serious responsibility on his shoulders, mistakes can also be made, and it should be seen with a forgiving eye, “Everyone does mistakes. No one is above mistakes. There is no institution in Bangladesh. But practice should be kept. Practice is essential for commentators like cricketers. Commentary like the game is a matter of practice.”
“Our accent will not be like that of Nasser Hussain, not like any British. Many may have studied from English medium. However, linguistic challenges are always present. In this place, education, knowledge and practice are much needed,” Sami told to BDCricTime.
Apart from commentary and sports, Sami is working in multiple media about cricket. At the same time, he is regularly trying to help cricketers at the grassroots level with the technical aspects of cricket.