Sachin is past his prime..everyone can see that his timing is not there, comfort level is missing at crease, and he is striving to make even 1 or 2's. At this rate centuries are now tough nut to crack for him...whereas Ponting,Hayden and Lara, almost score and smash at will...also at critical times...where Sachin always falters. Unless cricket Board immediately come to his rescue, and quickly arrange matches with Kenya,Bangladesh,Zimbabwe etc...his record is sure to fall more sooner than we expect. He must retire now, as still he is at his peak record wise, and not face the music as Mr. Ganguly. There are more ways for him to contribute to Indian cricket, and end of the road is in sight for him.