Football Quote by Ravichandran Ashwin
“Giving a point to a team that has not conceded an outright win is not that great an idea. When an outright result cannot be reached, the points should be shared between the two teams.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Cricket Strategy Podcast, 2020
Sharing points when a match is unresolved can be unfair to the winning side and may dilute competition.
In simple terms: Points sharing can be unfair.
Key Takeaway
Prefer decisive outcomes.
Themes
fairness
competition
rules
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
policy
philosophical
When to use this quote
- league standings
- tournament design
- match tie‑breakers
Key Concepts
sportsmanship
point allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- Is a shared point system ever justified?
- How do you balance fairness with competition?
A Different Perspective
Shared points may reduce incentive to win outright.
