17-14: The World's Most Beautiful Numbers

The storyline dominated my day, really. We had the undefeated New England Patriots, who had beat all before them in 18 straight games with unstoppable offense, quarterback protection and a new running game they didn't know they had; against the upstart New York Giants, who were not expected to be at SuperBowl 42 when the season started, who had a shaky quarterback, dubious secondary defence and a feeling of luck with them throughout the playoffs. The Pats were 14 point favourites to win.

And Eli Manning did it.

(c) ESPN and AP

Shaking off his 1st half interception, with less than a minute to go, Eli pulled off the ultimate captain's heroism and drove his team all the way into the endzone for a touchdown, after this piece of magic. The Giants defence were the MVP for me in the game - led by the ageless Michael Strahan, they kept sacking and harrying and forcing Tom Brady about and around, making the Pats look useless and Brady magic-less. Though they could've done a better job on the 2nd touchdown that forced Eli's magic act - perhaps it is only in the face of adversity do mortals become legends.

So, kudos to the New York Giants - for beating the Patriots (I shall leave my venom for another day) and for doing what no one thought you could.

Presenting your SuperBowl 42 Champions: The New York Giants.

All above images courtesy of Yahoo! Sports and Getty Images

Incidentally, that makes back-to-back Superbowl MVP brothers in Peyton and Eli Manning. Archie Manning must be a pretty proud dad, his sons came good in consecutive years. :)

Oh, and for my girlfriend: I thought this ad was right up her alley. Happy VDay Poo! :) -muah-