if sachin was in the australian team, he would be dropped years ago. south asian cricket fans are way too emotional at times that they fail to perceive things practically. it would be for the greater good of the indian team if sachin retires asap. he can contribute a whole lot in the youth academy in grooming youngsters to produce future tendulkars. we've already witnessed the best of the master blaster. it's time we bid him goodbye. he's not gonna be what he used to be in the 90's anymore. he is a great batsman alright, but he's been over-rated as well. you've to live in viv richards' era to see what a complete batsman is all about. sachin is nowhere close to be called a complete batsman. :P i am all set to take the beatings of sachin's fans here. :P LooTe