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India warns cricket cheerleaders (from the BBC)
Cheerleaders at cricket matches? Egad
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the presence of cheerleaders at cricket matches, particularly in the context of cultural perceptions and societal norms in India. Participants explore the implications of cheerleaders on the sport's popularity and the contrasting views on their appropriateness.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants question the future of cheerleaders if they become unemployed, suggesting that their presence might enhance the popularity of cricket.
- Others express a positive view of cheerleaders, emphasizing their attractiveness.
- One participant raises concerns about the cultural implications of cheerleaders in India, arguing that it contradicts the reverence for womanhood in the country.
- A different viewpoint critiques the hypocrisy in Indian society regarding the acceptance of cheerleaders versus the content of Bollywood films.
- Another comment humorously suggests that cheerleaders should adhere to traditional cricket attire, such as wearing MCC ties.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express a range of opinions, with no clear consensus on the appropriateness or impact of cheerleaders at cricket matches. The discussion remains unresolved with competing views presented.
Contextual Notes
Participants reference cultural norms and societal values, indicating a dependence on definitions of appropriateness and hypocrisy, but do not resolve these complexities.
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humanino
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What will they do when they become unemployed ?
Could Cheerleaders improve PF's popularity ?
My guess is that it would be better than a magazine partnership
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Could Cheerleaders improve PF's popularity ?
My guess is that it would be better than a magazine partnership
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nothing wrong with them. theyre hot
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siddharth
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Just to put that that minister's comment in perspective, check out the trailer of *any* new bollywood film.
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Gokul43201
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Like I've said before, India's national pastime is hypocrisy.
But cheerleaders for cricket?!
But cheerleaders for cricket?!
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mgb_phys
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So long as they are wearing their MCC ties!Gokul43201 said: