Is it time to CoMe OuT oF CrIcKeTt?

They say cricket is a Gentelmen's Game. 5 day test match, its an agni pareksha of any team's ability, it is gruelling! Then comes, the thrilling One day International, a nail biting phenomenon and latest to join the cricket club is the classy "20-20" which could be compared to a see-saw game where even the under-performers register wins over talented teams. Being a part of nation, where cricket is a religion; I had intially no choice but to follow it. Although i did like to play it (" i am a left arm fast bowler and right handed batsman") but i dont have a genuine flair for this game. Moreso, it's been 15 years that i have followed this game, but now we have got choices. Formula 1, Tennis, Golf, Football, Baseball, BasketBall, Table Tennis, Billiards, Rugby.
Now, with the age of technological advacements more sophistication is incorporated in all such sports. All major tournaments in these sports are now broadcasted on ESPN, Star Sports and Ten Sports.

India has vowed to become an economic power house of world in next 20 years, we also hold the prestige of running the largest democracy in the world. We registered ourselves as a Nuclear Power long time back. I think, it's high time that india showed its prowess in sports arena also. Sports are the inside view of any nation's strength. They not only showcase Nations Youth determination but also put a nation at the same platform vis a vis other mighty countries. After IT , Telecom and Business Ventures, it can be sports which will lead India to foray into the still unkown territories and make herself known, before we declare ourselves a Developed Economy.

Besides all above, it will also embolden indian youth with career opportunties in other sports . All these games are being followed all around the world. We need to come out of Cricket and embrace other sports with open hands. The condition of hockey , our national game is not hidden. Why is that, despite huge efforts by the indian hockey federation, the game has not been able to gain its rightful position? Probably, ICL and IPL were better answers to the Hockey league matches. But When it comes to speed nothing matches a Ferrari. And thats where Formula 1 beats cricket.