Many popular opinions in cricket become accepted truths simply because they’re repeated often, but they don’t always reflect the full reality. The game is complex and context matters a lot. Looking at cricket from a different angle can uncover details that others overlook and improve your understanding. There’s a useful article explaining why going against popular cricket narratives often pays off by revealing hidden patterns: https://www.itsonlycricket.com/why-bet-against-popular-cricket-narratives-pays. This way of thinking encourages independent analysis, which is valuable not just in cricket but in many fields where blindly following the crowd can limit insight.