Shaiju Damodaran’s viral commentary of Cristiano Ronaldo’s 87th-minute free-kick goal against Spain gained international attention, even being praised by business leaders like Anand Mahindra.
For decades, football fans in Kerala relied on English or Hindi broadcasts. While the passion for the sport was deep-rooted—tracing back to the British army officials in Malabar—the language of the broadcast often felt distant. This changed significantly with the advent of the Indian Super League (ISL) and the decision by major broadcasters like Star Network and Sony ESPN to introduce regional language feeds. malayalam football commentary
Just as "They think it's all over" defines English commentary, specific moments define the Malayalam style. This changed significantly with the advent of the
The popularity of this style is driven by specific personalities who have become celebrities in their own right. In the earlier days of satellite TV, figures like Shaiju Damodaran paved the way with their high-energy delivery. He became known for his sheer volume and passion, often sounding like he was coaching the team from the booth. In the earlier days of satellite TV, figures