The importance of sports and entertainment to the Barbados economy has not been more evident than in the current International Test Cricket match taking place at Kensington Oval between England and the West Indies.The famed cricket ground on the outskirts of Bridgetown has been turned into the adult playground for thousands of British cricket-loving fans, who took the opportunity to not only follow their national team to the Caribbean but to enjoy a get-away to one of the most idyllic places on earth.The English love their cricket, and their travelling band of followers dubbed the ‘Barmy Army’, are known for their fervent support of their cricketing sportsmen wherever they tour.For some time, other sporting bodies have grumbled about the level of financial and policy support given to the game of cricket, when compared to what they receive. While we understand that sports such as car racing, football, volleyball and even athletics are very popular, none has brought this country more international appeal, financial and economic gain, or recognition as cricket has done.
