Cricket holds a special place in the hearts of Indians. The sport is more than just a game – it is a passion that unites people across the country. And as India played against South Africa at the T20 World Cup 2024 finals, Indians across the world were glued to the screen, irrespective of whether they had an exam, were sick, or had an assignment due!
An Associate Professor of IIM Ahmedabad, Promila Agarwal, took to X to share how a student requested an extension for an assignment deadline ahead of the legendary match. The student wanted to watch the crucial match without any distractions. Promila Agarwal shared a screenshot of the email, which quickly went viral.
In the email, the student explained that the India versus South Africa World Cup final was a significant event for many people, carrying emotional weight and historical importance. The student expressed that it would be challenging to concentrate on academic work during such an important match. He requested a two-day extension for the assignment to balance the excitement of the game with academic responsibilities.
“I am writing to you to request a 2-day extension for the (assignments?) due tonight as part of the GPP course. As you may be aware, the India vs South Africa World Cup final is taking place today, a monumental event that holds significant emotional weight for many of us. Given its significance, many of us will be closely following the game, making it challenging to focus fully on our academic work,” the student wrote.
The student assured the professor of their dedication to studies and commitment to submitting high-quality work if given an extension.
“This match has the potential to make history by ending our series of heartbreaks in major finals and become a ‘where were you then’ moment that will spark conversations for years to come. We assure you that we remain dedicated to our studies and are committed to submitting high-quality work. An extension of two days would allow us to balance this important occasion with our academic responsibilities effectively,” the student argued.
Have a look:
PGPs 😂😂 pic.twitter.com/lOZ7IR88iF
— Promila Agarwal (@promila_agarwal) June 29, 2024
Several people online thought that the student made a legitimate case and hoped that they were granted an extension! Here’s how some people reacted to the post:
Am sure you’re looking forward to reading the “high quality work” they’ll submit thereafter 🙂
— Prof. Shamika Ravi (@ShamikaRavi) June 29, 2024
Demand is quite legitimate 😀
— Rishi Bagree (@rishibagree) June 29, 2024
Brave effort nevertheless 🥲🥲 but we all know it will go in vain 🥹
— Azhar Jafri (@zhr_jafri) June 29, 2024
Extension banta hai Prof. they make a very good case. 🙂
— Anish Teli (@anishteli) June 29, 2024
We can even consider a 72 hour extension!
— Soumyadeep (@soumyadeepc89) June 29, 2024
Do you see how cricket is embedded within the very soul of Indians? 😉