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To wave or not to wave ...
published: Tuesday | October 24, 2006


Left: These Indian cricket fans are no different from their counterparts all over the world. Scenes like these will be expected at next year's Cricket World Cup series to be staged in the Caribbean but if organisers have their way, the only things that will be waved are rags and colourful cloths not attached to any 'sticky' objects.   Right: Cricket fans just love to go on a flag-waving frenzy when they are happy. - photos by Dellmar Samuels

The organisers of next year's Cricket World Cup set for the Caribbean, are insisting that a number of items usually used by fans to show support for their teams will not be allowed on cricket grounds. These and other issues will be discussed today in Parliament when the Sunset legislation is debated.

Horns, pot covers, shells and large flags will have to be left at home, and especially if they are branded, cannot enter the venue. Reports are that this act may land you in big trouble with the law and this could see you being forced to pay hefty fines or do jail time.

Carrying oversized baskets of food or snacks as well as your trusted boombox will also be a no-no at Sabina Park, if Parliament approves the drafted controversial bill. The reason is that these usually harmless items of pleasure will then be regarded as weapons.

Follow Lifestyle down memory lane as photographer Headley 'Dellmar' Samuels captures memorable moments of Caribbean and other cricket fans showing their enthusiasm with flags and umbrellas. Pictures were sponsored by Scotiabank.

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