Mahatma Gandhi's name may soon be associated with cricket along with Nelson Mandela if a proposal by the Indian and South African Boards comes through.
The two boards are contemplating to organise an annual one-day series in the name of these two great figures.
Cricket South Africa Chief Executive, Gerald Majola, has disclosed that South Africa and India were locked in talks to hold the competition, called the Mandela-Gandhi series, according to 'Cricinfo'.
But the proposed series would be difficult to adjust in the already congested cricket calendar.
Majola also said South Africa's series against India - last year at home and recently in Ireland - had financially benefited the Board, and it was a great way to increase income.
"Our major income source is international television money. Last season, when India toured here, we had a fantastic year. This year, however, things will not be as good.
"It is my duty as CEO to find a way to increase our income during the lean years. That is why we fought so hard to be appointed as the hosts for the first Twenty20 World Cup tournament," he added.
According to information, the CSA earned 140 million rand from the three-match one-day tourney in Ireland.
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