Symonds, who says that he will be in constant touch with his Chargers through the phone, will not be missed just on the field, but also in the dressing room. Team manager Shishir Hattagandi speaks of the live-wire with a dry sense of humour, who ensured a happy dressing room during the Deccan Chargers’ early losing streak.
“It is shocking to know how much he has been misunderstood in India. He is one of the friendliest players I have ever met. Youngsters could always go to him and speak and he has no star tantrums,” says Hattangadi.