Passions define who we are

Cricket is a game of passion As the great Indian allrounder Kapil Dev once said, "Sports should not become routine. It should be about passion."

There is a great analogy called Elephant and Rider, where the Rider represents our rational mind and the Elephant represents our passions and emotions (Jonathan Heidt Why Good People are divided by Politics and Religion). In short, the Rider is always trying to make sense of the emotions - which are much stronger and more powerful than our rational minds. It's a fine and fascinating human trait - that our emotions and passions create who we are.

Cricket is the #2 sport in the world, followed by millions of people across the globe. Passion for cricket spans from village greens, to juniors and seniors and is no more vividly displayed than at major events such as Boxing Day at the MCG with nearly 100k people attending. It's no coincidence that following closely on the heels of the Prime Minister, the Australian Cricket Captain is described as the second most important job in Australia. Indeed, how can we not be overawed and fascinated by the status afforded to players MS Dhoni and Virat Kholi? 

And in contrast, the "fall" of heroes Steve Smith and David Warner in a sandpaper debacle that undermined the very essence of who Australians believed themselves to be and their love for cricket.

Passion defines all of us and helps connect us to others who feel the same. It's a powerful basis for understanding people and creating products that resonate. What's your passion?

The Game designs and markets unique, premium quality cricket wallets to sports passionates all over the world. Our wallets make superb gifts for both individuals as well as business to business. We believe in connecting people to their passion, through providing tangible reminders of the game they love.