Why did Sachin the cricket God retire? Why his retirement was abrupt and not planned is a big question. It is reported that Sandip Patil was at the helm of affairs when Sachin announced his retirement.
There are indications that Sachin could have been forced to retire. It was not planned that is what some selectors say. “There are some matters between the selectors and BCCI which should remain confidential and cannot be revealed,” said Patil.
While several international superstars like Ricky Ponting, Michael Clarke and Jacques Kallis planned their farewell series well, stars from the sub-continent usually struggle with their timing. Hence speculative stories often do the rounds when retirement seems to be forced upon superstars.
There are very few Asian players like Kumar Sangakkara who chose to retire on a high and still in demand. Sangakkara continues to play competitive cricket around the world with distinction.
Patil, whose four-year tenure ends this September, was part of a successful selection panel that saw India attaining the No. 1 ranking in Tests.
“We have taken some bold and tough decisions looking at the future of Indian cricket. We are very happy at the end of our term that the team is doing well in all three formats,” he said.
