dunno what the going rate for cricketers is these days, but usd 100k p.a. doesnt seem all that much.
USD 100k was just the rate for Pakistani players. Players like Gilchrist, Dhoni, Symonds, Pietersen are being paid in millions. However, that disparity should hopefully narrow down after Pak's performance in T20 WC.
I agree with the other points in your post :)