Cricket is the favorite sport of India and most Indians are fanatics about the sport. The selection committee gives a fair chance to aspirants from each part of India so there is much fair chance for the candidate. The rules by the committee are strict and adhere to certain principles done with a scrupulous effort by seniors. Cricket is getting interesting these days and the media is giving it a glamour image by sensatisionalizing issues.

The behind the scenes of Indian cricket is much about unity despite personal conflicts. The team leader has to be a dynamic person and apart from the cricket sense has have an indomitable spirit which is vital to keep the morale high of the team. Assuring a fair chance to all the team mates, the leader has to self motivated enough and has to perform with utmost zeal.

Celebrity status of the cricketers is building up. The euphoria felt at the functions where the cricketer is invited as the chief guest is amazing. Cricketers hold a special place in the hearts of Indians and hence they are also effective in delivering a social message. Cricketers have the ability to convince people and hence advertisements are created roping in noted cricketers. NGO's and social committees look upon their support when they need to conduct functions for social cause.

Fitness and health regimes are very important for cricketers and it is well taken care by the authorities. The coaches are experts and the instructions are equipped with the latest state-of-art technologies in fitness and general well being. The Indian Premier League was another interesting swerve in the typical format of Indian cricket. The process consisted of bidding for cricket teams and labeling them under the bidder. There were several matches played among the four teams and the prize money was a whopping amount.

Besides the allegations of racism, internal team conflicts, match fixing, foul play, fines and banning of cricketers, cricket continuous to be the favorite game for India. After delivering laudable standards on the field, the off-the-field performance of cricketers in reality shows and dance competitions have enhanced the TRP ratings of national channels.