Looks like the BCCI is still leaving in fool's paradise, as long as forming a good cricket team is concerned. No talk about the change, how the game is played these days. No talk about any vision for the future teams! Strange, how such people can occupy important positions!
Shah is talking about a talent pool of 25 players, only. 25 players out of a Billion!!!
BCCI can afford to have 25 teams of 25 players each. Not regional teams, but teams comprising of good strong cricketers from across the country. The regional model has failed, and is full of biased fellows. Players of all ages 14 to 30 shall form these 25 teams. There should be minimum standards set for endurance, flexibility, reflex, physical and mental strength and toughness, to qualify for these teams. Players who fail to keep the minimum fitness levels should be sacked, right away. There should be %u2018Zero Tolerance%u2019 in the matter of fitness. Diet is of prime importance, as we Indians normally do not eat healthy food.
BCCI should identify and train the players of different age groups that will compete for a spot in the next 3 or 4 world cups. They should come out with some sort of vision or plan for the next 10-15 years.
People who come and go after making quick bucks in BCCI are no good for the national team.
