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Friday, February 14, 2025

Melbourne Candid Series #976 Swanston St

 


Typically, the people of India harbor a fervent passion for cricket. It is quite uncommon, however, to encounter an ardent admirer of football among them. Yet, the scarf he wears proclaims his allegiance unmistakably.

It's intriguing how cultural tides shift with time. This gentle shift not only reflects the diversification of interests but also underscores the impact of globalisation on traditional sporting landscapes.

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21 comments:

  1. Yes, he is a football fan. That's not so odd. We all have our favorite teams.

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  2. ...and TFG, I'm the exception to the rule!

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  3. Una interesante instantánea de calle, especialmente para los seguidores del equipo.
    Un saludo,

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  4. Globalization is very good in some ways, but it seems that over time all continents will have similar cultures.
    It's strange to see someone in white in Melbourne...
    Good shot

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  5. Very nice photo portrait and street photography. And an interesting commentary as well. Have a beautiful day friend. Aloha

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  6. The only Indian chap whom I knew was rather into cricket.

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  7. Times and fashions change. Despite everything, football is such a global sport that anywhere in the world we can find fans of one team or another. Very good photo!

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  8. Quite a few of the Indian people I used to work with who had been in Australia for a long time were very keen on AFL football.

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  9. Es cierto todo lo que comentas en tu explicación de lo que podemos ver en laimagen. Los gustos son muchas veces producto de una información que está o suela estar un tanto sesgada y que intenta atraer admiradores y seguidores de unos deportes a otros
    Abrazo

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  10. I can sit and enjoy some football, but cricket? Nay..

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  11. Good photo. Yes cricket is huge over there. It is popular in England and quite popular in Scotland. I used to play cricket when I was younger!

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  12. I haven't seen much cricket during my life. Of course, as a Canadian, I grew up with hockey. Now, I'm really trying to understand American football ~ another intellectual challenge. Have a good one, Roentare!

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