An ode to Sachin Tendulkar on his 50th birthday
1 year, 11 months ago

An ode to Sachin Tendulkar on his 50th birthday

The Hindu  

It’s never been easy to be Sachin Tendulkar. The fan kept shouting, “ Sachin kahaan hai?” You hid behind the big sofa and Navjot Singh Sidhu sprang to your defence with a bat in his hand. From that day, my family has held him in reverence.” WATCH: It’s a fifty for Sachin Tendulkar! It would be an exercise every night before I could sleep without a worry.” Your preparation for a match, even a local game, was a lesson in cricket ethic. “Don’t ring his room bell,” Sidhu had warned me as I walked into the holiday resort next to our hotel.

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Sachin Tendulkar serves vintage Shoaib Akhtar India vs Pakistan World Cup reminder with exquisite upper-cuts
1 week, 5 days ago

Sachin Tendulkar serves vintage Shoaib Akhtar India vs Pakistan World Cup reminder with exquisite upper-cuts

Hindustan Times  

India Masters reigned supreme on Sunday, defeating West Indies in their IML T20 Final, in Raipur. Led by Sachin Tendulkar, the hosts made it an easy job, and chased down a target of 149 runs in 17.1 overs, winning by six wickets. Video of Sachin Tendulkar's upper-cuts: Chasing 149 runs, India raced to 149/4 in 17.1 overs as opener Ambati …

Sachin Tendulkar plays 'lone warrior' in age-defying masterclass, hammers 64 off just 33 balls: 'Decades change, but...'
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Sachin Tendulkar plays 'lone warrior' in age-defying masterclass, hammers 64 off just 33 balls: 'Decades change, but...'

Hindustan Times  

India legend Sachin Tendulkar rolled back the years with a dazzling 64 off just 33 balls, treating a packed crowd at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara to a vintage display of strokeplay in the International Masters League on Wednesday. Despite his brilliance, India Masters fell short in their chase of a mammoth 270, slumping to their first loss of the …

Watch: KL Rahul's kind gesture towards pitch-invading fan wins hearts
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Watch: KL Rahul's kind gesture towards pitch-invading fan wins hearts

India Today  

Star India batter KL Rahul’s kind gesture towards a pitch-invading fan has been winning hearts on social media. While the Australian players congratulated Rahul, a fan came running on the pitch and hugged the India batter. Champions Trophy: South Africa vs New Zealand Updates However, the fan didn’t let go of him, which concerned the Australia players, but Rahul kept …

Sachin Tendulkar gives shoutout to two special contributions in India’s convincing Champions Trophy win over New Zealand
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Sachin Tendulkar gives shoutout to two special contributions in India’s convincing Champions Trophy win over New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy vindicated his selection with a maiden five-wicket haul, which helped India beat New Zealand by 44 runs in a Group A clash between two sides that had already made the last four of the Champions Trophy. Even former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar was blown away by Varun's bowling, but there was one other performance, that did …

Watch: Sachin Tendulkar takes fans down memory lane with IML blitz
1 month ago

Watch: Sachin Tendulkar takes fans down memory lane with IML blitz

India Today  

Sachin Tendulkar, at 51, rolled back the years with a vintage knock for India Masters in the International Masters League, rekindling memories of his glorious past. The crowd erupted as he dispatched England pacer Tim Bresnan for three consecutive boundaries—6, 4, 4—sending a wave of nostalgia through his fans, who relished watching the Master Blaster back in action. The match …

Virat Kohli ahead of Sachin Tendulkar: Hussain ranks ODI's greatest ever batters
1 month ago

Virat Kohli ahead of Sachin Tendulkar: Hussain ranks ODI's greatest ever batters

India Today  

Virat Kohli scored a lovely hundred, his 51st in ODI cricket, while playing against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy. Kohli's innings prompted former England captain Nasser Hussain to call the batter the greatest of all time in the 50-over format, even ahead of the great Sachin Tendulkar. Discussing the best-ever batters in the ODI format with Mike Atherton on Sky …

Watch: Sachin Tendulkar sparks nostalgia with nets session before Masters League
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Watch: Sachin Tendulkar sparks nostalgia with nets session before Masters League

India Today  

The legendary Sachin Tendulkar recently hit the nets ahead of the International Masters League, stirring nostalgia amongst fans before the tournament. "Look who we saw batting in the nets from our windows," wrote MI, for whom Tendulkar scored a century in the Indian Premier League against the now-defunct Kochi Tuskers Kerala. Look 👀 who we saw 🏏 in the nets …

Sachin Tendulkar receives Col. CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement award: Full text of legendary India cricketer's speech
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sachin Tendulkar receives Col. CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement award: Full text of legendary India cricketer's speech

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Sachin Tendulkar gave a heartwarming speech in Mumbai on Saturday after he received the Col. CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement award during the BCCI awards function. The legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar received the Col. CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award at the BCCI annual awards ceremony which was held in Mumbai on Saturday. On receiving the award, Tendulkar gave a heartwarming …

BCCI Awards: Lifetime award for Sachin Tendulkar, Bumrah is best men's cricketer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

BCCI Awards: Lifetime award for Sachin Tendulkar, Bumrah is best men's cricketer

The Hindu  

The legendary Sachin Tendulkar, whose batting records and impact on international cricket have stood the test of time, was on Saturday conferred with the Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award, while current India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was honoured with the Polly Umrigar Award for Best Men's International Cricketer of 2023-24. Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin, who retired from international cricket …

Watch: Sachin Tendulkar honoured with Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award at BCCI Naman Awards
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Watch: Sachin Tendulkar honoured with Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award at BCCI Naman Awards

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‘Master Blaster’ Sachin Tendulkar, who had represented India in 664 international games and finished as the leading run-scorer in Tests as well as ODIs, received the prestigious award named after India’s first-ever Test captain at the awards ceremony in Mumbai on Saturday. Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar receives the Colonel CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award from ICC Chair Jay Shah at …

Sachin Tendulkar receives Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award: Watch video
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sachin Tendulkar receives Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award: Watch video

Live Mint  

Legendary former batter Sachin Tendulkar has been conferred with Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award. Sachin Tendulkar is the 31st recipient of BCCI's Lifetime Achievement Award, which was established in 1994 to honor India's first captain, Col CK Nayudu. After receiving the BCCI's LIfetime Achievement Award, Sachin Tendulkar tweeted: “Deeply honoured to receive the Col. CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award. …

Sachin Tendulkar recalls making ’one request’ to BCCI chief on farewell Test for mother’s sake
2 months, 1 week ago

Sachin Tendulkar recalls making ’one request’ to BCCI chief on farewell Test for mother’s sake

Live Mint  

Legendary Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday recalled an emotional tale about his farewell Test during the 50th anniversary of Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, where he requested the Indian cricket board to schedule it at the venue so that his mother could watch him play. Speaking at the venue, Tendulkar reflected on the emotional final day of the Test match against the West …

"His knock with strike rate of 184 is truly remarkable": Sachin Tendulkar on Rishabh Pant's batting in Sydney Test
2 months, 3 weeks ago

"His knock with strike rate of 184 is truly remarkable": Sachin Tendulkar on Rishabh Pant's batting in Sydney Test

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, : India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar reacted to wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant's exceptional knock on the second day of the fifth and final Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday. "His knock with strike rate of 184 is truly remarkable": Sachin Tendulkar on Rishabh Pant's batting in Sydney Test Pant played a marvellous …

Tendulkar lavishes praise on Rishabh Pant for 'rattling' Australia: 'Majority of batters played at SR of 50...'
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Tendulkar lavishes praise on Rishabh Pant for 'rattling' Australia: 'Majority of batters played at SR of 50...'

Hindustan Times  

The pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground for the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match has proven to be a nightmare for batters, and a goldmine for pace bowlers. Rishabh Pant hit four sixes on his way to 61 in the second innings at the SCG vs Australia. There was only one exception on day two, at least for …

Sachin, Sydney and a lesson in restraint
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Sachin, Sydney and a lesson in restraint

Hindustan Times  

Sydney: Sydney is many things to the world. Sachin Tendulkar bats en route his unbeaten 241 against Australia in the New Year’s Test in Sydney, 2004. I went on to remain not out in the second innings as well and was happy to win the challenge I had taken up with my brother.” A genius exercising restraint and it wasn’t …

Gambhir's harsh Ravindra Jadeja treatment called out as world no. 1 all-rounder's stat better than Sachin, Kohli, Rohit
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3 months, 1 week ago

Gambhir's harsh Ravindra Jadeja treatment called out as world no. 1 all-rounder's stat better than Sachin, Kohli, Rohit

Hindustan Times  

Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul emerged as the key difference between India and a potential defeat at Brisbane as the two batters raised hopes of avoiding a follow-on against Australia at the Gabba. Rahul top-scored with 84, while Jadeja's 25th Test half-century added some grace to India's first innings as the visitors try to force a draw. Jadeja joined forces …

OTD 1989: 15-year-old Sachin Tendulkar makes his international debut vs Pakistan
4 months, 2 weeks ago

OTD 1989: 15-year-old Sachin Tendulkar makes his international debut vs Pakistan

India Today  

On 15th November 1989, the sport of cricket got gifted with one of his biggest disciples as a 16-year-old prodigy named Sachin Tendulkar made his international debut against Pakistan in Karachi. Hence, a young Tendulkar who once dreamt of playing cricket for his country at the highest level while practicing in the local maidaans of Mumbai under the tutelage of …

Trip down memory lane at Lahli: Sachin Tendulkar’s last domestic hurrah
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trip down memory lane at Lahli: Sachin Tendulkar’s last domestic hurrah

The Hindu  

Every place has a fable; a story it doesn’t tire of recollecting. For the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium in Lahli, that tale unfolded just over 11 years ago, when Sachin Tendulkar chose this venue for his final domestic First-Class game. From October 27 to 30, 2013, Tendulkar brandished the hallowed Mumbai crest for the last time in a cricket …

'Sachin Tendulkar was never this big. Period': Internet erupts after Australian media goes gaga over Virat Kohli
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Sachin Tendulkar was never this big. Period': Internet erupts after Australian media goes gaga over Virat Kohli

Hindustan Times  

The Virat Kohli vs Sachin Tendulkar debate is back for one of the most unique reasons. As Kohli tore down the house by breaking and amassing one record after another, culminating in his breaking Tendulkar's record of 49 ODI centuries, the debate seemed to have settled. Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli during last year's ODI World Cup in India However, …

The best of India in Australia, Part 7: Sachin Tendulkar's Perth century that left him ‘ready to take on the world’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

The best of India in Australia, Part 7: Sachin Tendulkar's Perth century that left him ‘ready to take on the world’

Hindustan Times  

Perth holds hallowed ground in the minds of touring cricketers from across the world. It is all these reasons that came together to make Sachin Tendulkar’s century in Perth, at the age of 18 in 1992, one of the most memorable for him in his career. Having already scored a sublime century in Sydney to become the youngest ever centurion …

Sachin Tendulkar's Epic 175: A Tale of Heroism and Resilience
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Sachin Tendulkar's Epic 175: A Tale of Heroism and Resilience

India Today  

Sachin Tendulkar's 175 against Australia in 2009 remains a legendary innings, despite India's heartbreaking loss. His impeccable timing and shot selection showcased his unmatched ability to chase big scores under pressure. His heroic performance, which helped India secure a memorable victory despite being dismissed for 175, is considered one of the greatest innings in a losing cause. His determination and …

Virat Kohli's Birthday Celebration: A Masterful Feat on the Field
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli's Birthday Celebration: A Masterful Feat on the Field

India Today  

Virat Kohli celebrates his 36th birthday with a memorable milestone - he equals Sachin Tendulkar's record of most ODI hundreds. The former captain shines brightly on the field, scoring his 49th three-figure score in the biggest stage - the World Cup at home. His performance is pivotal in propelling India to a convincing victory against South Africa, marking his eighth …

Five Iconic Test Knocks by Indian Batters in Australia
5 months ago

Five Iconic Test Knocks by Indian Batters in Australia

Hindustan Times  

Five iconic Test knocks by Indian batters in Australia stand out as each inning contributed to India's standing in the series and underscored the capabilities of these players against a formidable opponent. Notable knocks include Ajinkya Rahane's 112 in Melbourne in 2020, Rahul Dravid's 233 in Adelaide in 2003, Sachin Tendulkar's 114 in Perth in 1992, Virender Sehwag's 195 in …

Sachin Tendulkar's 'infectious' post on Shikhar Dhawan's retirement: 'Know that your legacy is forever etched...'
7 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar's 'infectious' post on Shikhar Dhawan's retirement: 'Know that your legacy is forever etched...'

Hindustan Times  

Senior India batter Shikhar Dhawan, on Saturday, drew curtains on his career as he announced his retirement from all forms of cricket two years after he last played for India. Following the announcement, India batting legend Sachin Tendulkar joined the bandwagon of former and incumbent cricketers in sharing congratulatory wishes. Sachin Tendulkar shared a post on Shikhar Dhawan's retirement Sachin …

Sachin Tendulkar's priceless 'Hey Jimmy' post for retiring James Anderson after England great's 'best batter' remark
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Sachin Tendulkar's priceless 'Hey Jimmy' post for retiring James Anderson after England great's 'best batter' remark

Hindustan Times  

It took just 11 overs, stretched across an hour, before the inevitable happened on Friday at the Lord's in London. With the game ended the illustrious career of James Anderson, who picked four wickets across two innings in the match before drawing curtains on his outstanding 21-year-old Test career. Sachin Tendulkar shared a post on retiring James Anderson Anderson, who …

Sachin Tendulkar's cheeky 'new continent, same result' dig; Yuvraj Singh, Sehwag can't keep calm as India beat Pakistan
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Sachin Tendulkar's cheeky 'new continent, same result' dig; Yuvraj Singh, Sehwag can't keep calm as India beat Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

India survived a scare on Sunday. Cricket legends reacted after India's win against Pakistan in T20 World Cup Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the bowlers for India as he finished with match-winning figures of 3 wickets for 14 runs in four overs, which comprised 11 dot balls and a solitary boundary. At one point in the match, Pakistan were …

Sachin Tendulkar likely to be present in India vs Pakistan game in New York
10 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar likely to be present in India vs Pakistan game in New York

India Today  

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team will have a very special person supporting them as the legendary Sachin Tendulkar is expected to be present during their marquee T20 World Cup clash against arch-rivals Pakistan in New York on June 9. "Yes, if all goes well, Sachin will be watching the match in New York and cheering the Indian team," a …

Sachin Tendulkar remembers late father on 25th death anniversary: 'Miss you everyday'
10 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar remembers late father on 25th death anniversary: 'Miss you everyday'

India Today  

Sachin Tendulkar remembered his late father Ramesh Tendulkar on his 25th death anniversary on Sunday, May 26. Notably, Ramesh Tendulkar passed away in 1999 during the ODI World Cup which forced Sachin to leave the tournament midway and fly back to India for his last rites. In an emotional post on his Instagram handle, Tendulkar revealed that his wisdom and …

Sachin Tendulkar turns 51: RCB's Dinesh Karthik recalls denying Master Blaster his 46th ODI century in Cuttack
11 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar turns 51: RCB's Dinesh Karthik recalls denying Master Blaster his 46th ODI century in Cuttack

Hindustan Times  

Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary Indian cricketer, turned 51 today. Tendulkar's career is marked by numerous records and milestones, including being the highest run-scorer in both ODIs and Tests, the first player to score 100 international centuries. India needed four runs to win and Karthik hit a six As Tendulkar celebrates his 51st birthday, his former teammate and current Royal Challengers …

Happy Birthday Sachin Tendulkar: From Aamir Khan to Shah Rukh Khan, these celebs adore the God of cricket
11 months ago

Happy Birthday Sachin Tendulkar: From Aamir Khan to Shah Rukh Khan, these celebs adore the God of cricket

Hindustan Times  

If there is one sportsman who has found a fan in almost every citizen of the country, it is Sachin Tendulkar. In an interview, Bollywood’s Mr Perfectionist also expressed his wish to play Sachin onscreen someday if he got the chance Sachin Tendulkar and Aamir Khan enjoying a light moment Preity G Zinta The actor, who is also a co-owner …

Wishes pour in for Sachin Tendulkar as he turns 51
11 months ago

Wishes pour in for Sachin Tendulkar as he turns 51

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Former team India captain and legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar turned a year older as he celebrated his 51 birthday on Wednesday. The Board of Control for Cricket in India, wished the veteran and wrote on the microblogging site X, "664 international matches, 34,357 international runs, 201 international wickets, 2011 World Cup winner, The Only cricketer to score 100 international …

I played with Tendulkar’s bat in that innings: Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan, first No. 11 batter to get a ton in Ranji Trophy
1 year, 1 month ago

I played with Tendulkar’s bat in that innings: Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan, first No. 11 batter to get a ton in Ranji Trophy

The Hindu  

The first-ever player to get to a century at No. 11 in the Ranji Trophy, former Tamil Nadu opener Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan, recalled his innings on Tuesday. I heard it as ‘You’re not playing.’ “So, till 11 a.m. or 12 p.m. on the first day, I thought I wasn’t playing! “I got the century with Sachin Tendulkar’s bat! After I scored …

Sachin Tendulkar meets Jammu and Kashmir para cricketer Amir Hussain Lone
1 year, 1 month ago

Sachin Tendulkar meets Jammu and Kashmir para cricketer Amir Hussain Lone

Live Mint  

Sachin Tendulkar is spending some leisure time with his family in Jammu and Kashmir. During his trip to Kashmir, the legendary cricketer met differently-abled cricketer Amir Hussain and even gifted him a bat with his autograph. Sharing the video of the wholesome interaction with Amir on Instagram, Sachin Tendulkar wrote “To Amir, the real hero. The video provides a glimpse …

Video: Flyers chant ’Sachiiiiiin, Sachin!’ as Tendulkar takes flight to Kashmir
1 year, 1 month ago

Video: Flyers chant ’Sachiiiiiin, Sachin!’ as Tendulkar takes flight to Kashmir

Live Mint  

chants reverberate in the air as the Indian cricket legend entered a flight. Netizens went gaga over a video that showed Sachin Tendulkar taking his seat on the plane as other flyers clicked his pictures and raised slogans — turning the flight into a stadium. The latest viral video was shot when Sachin Tendulkar was travelling to Jammu and Kashmir. …

WATCH: Passengers chant 'Sachin, Sachin' after spotting Tendulkar in flight
1 year, 1 month ago

WATCH: Passengers chant 'Sachin, Sachin' after spotting Tendulkar in flight

India TV News  

Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar might not have played cricket for India for more than a decade but the man still remains the favourite in the country and is cheered whenever he is spotted in public. Meanwhile, yet another video is going viral now as Sachin Tendulkar responded to his fans as they greeted him on board in flight. Watch …

'Hope to meet and get jersey with his name': Sachin Tendulkar showers praise on para cricketer Amir Lone
1 year, 2 months ago

'Hope to meet and get jersey with his name': Sachin Tendulkar showers praise on para cricketer Amir Lone

India TV News  

Jammu and Kashmir's Para Cricket Captain Amir Hussain Lone has been inspiring everyone who has come to know about him. Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar has showered huge praise on the J&K Para captain stating that he has made the impossible possible. Well done for inspiring millions who are passionate about playing the sport," Sachin wrote on his social media account …

Virat Kohli hits 50th century, breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s ODI record
1 year, 4 months ago

Virat Kohli hits 50th century, breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s ODI record

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: On the biggest of stages, with his hero watching from the stands, Virat Kohli struck a record 50th one-day international century to power India in the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup semi-final against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday. India’s Virat Kohli gestures during the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup ODI first semi-final match between …

Sachin Tendulkar shares heartening post for Virat Kohli, says, 'I couldn’t be happier'
1 year, 4 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar shares heartening post for Virat Kohli, says, 'I couldn’t be happier'

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli created history today, November 15, during the 2023 World Cup semi-final between India and New Zealand, as he shattered Sachin Tendulkar's record of most centuries in ODI cricket. Soon after Kohli completed 50 ODI centuries, Sachin Tendulkar took to Instagram to share a wholesome note for him. India's Virat Kohli celebrates his century during the World Cup semi-final …

'It's too good to be true' - Virat Kohli expresses his feelings after record-breaking century
1 year, 4 months ago

'It's too good to be true' - Virat Kohli expresses his feelings after record-breaking century

India TV News  

'It's too good to be true' - Virat Kohli expresses his feelings after record-breaking century Sachin paaji was there in the stands. In another historic day in Indian cricket, Virat Kohli brought his record-breaking 50th ODI century with a stunning knock against New Zealand in the World Cup 2023 semifinal on Wednesday, November 15. Kohli famously equalled Sachin Tendulkar's record …

Virat Kohli pays tribute to Sachin Tendulkar after breaking ODI ton record
1 year, 4 months ago

Virat Kohli pays tribute to Sachin Tendulkar after breaking ODI ton record

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli paid tribute to his idol Sachin Tendulkar after he went past the Master Blaster’s record for most hundreds in One-Day Internationals during India’s semifinal against New Zealand in Mumbai on Wednesday. FOLLOW LIVE | India vs New Zealand ODI World Cup 2023 Semifinal Kohli glanced Ferguson to fine leg and completed a double to get to his 50th …

AUS vs AFG: Ibrahim Zadran extends heartfelt gratitude to Sachin Tendulkar following maiden World Cup century
1 year, 4 months ago

AUS vs AFG: Ibrahim Zadran extends heartfelt gratitude to Sachin Tendulkar following maiden World Cup century

India TV News  

Ibrahim Zadran took a moment after scoring his maiden ODI World Cup hundred to thank legendary India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar for his guidance that helped him score the century. Notably, Zadran scored an unbeaten hundred against the five-time ODI World Cup winners Australia at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai in the 39th game of the ongoing ODI World Cup and …

DC Edit | Kohli enters the Sachin league
1 year, 4 months ago

DC Edit | Kohli enters the Sachin league

Deccan Chronicle  

For a man who writes his own scripts, a record-equalling 49th ODI century on his 35th birthday was as dramatic a scenario as Virat Kohli could have constructed. To share space on the summit with his childhood idol must mean something very special to today’s king of Indian cricket, even if he always seemed destined to break many records that …

Virat Kohli's legacy so alike yet so different to Sachin Tendulkar's
1 year, 4 months ago

Virat Kohli's legacy so alike yet so different to Sachin Tendulkar's

Hindustan Times  

“Sachin Tendulkar has carried Indian cricket on his shoulders for 21 years. So, it was time that we carried him on our shoulders after this win.” So said Virat Kohli on the night of 2 April 2011 as he paraded the little master around the Wankhede Stadium on his shoulders, minutes after India had become the first host nation to …

'Never going to be as good as him': Virat Kohli's glorious tribute to 'hero' Tendulkar after record-equalling 49th ton
1 year, 4 months ago

'Never going to be as good as him': Virat Kohli's glorious tribute to 'hero' Tendulkar after record-equalling 49th ton

Hindustan Times  

Team India's star batter Virat Kohli on Sunday equalled his childhood hero Sachin Tendulkar's record for most centuries in ODIs, as he smashed his 49th ton during the 2023 World Cup match against South Africa. Kohli played a gritty knock on a tough surface in Kolkata, taking 119 balls to reach the iconic landmark as India registered a prolific 243-run …

Sehwag's 'Sachin, Rahul ko aadat hai' dig at PAK goes viral as Rachin Ravindra breaks Tendulkar's 27-year-old WC record
1 year, 4 months ago

Sehwag's 'Sachin, Rahul ko aadat hai' dig at PAK goes viral as Rachin Ravindra breaks Tendulkar's 27-year-old WC record

Hindustan Times  

New Zealand have the knack of producing unheralded superstars in World Cups. Virender Sehwag reacted to Rachin Ravindra's stellar knock against Pakistan in World Cup 2023 Rachin has been a revelation for New Zealand in the 2023 World Cup, having scored three centuries in what is his debut campaign in the showpiece event. On Saturday, as New Zealand looked to …

Sachin Tendulkar stands tall again: Mumbai's befitting tribute to its favourite son
1 year, 4 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar stands tall again: Mumbai's befitting tribute to its favourite son

Hindustan Times  

Nearly a decade after he played his last international game, the little man was greeted with chants of ‘Saaaachiiin, Sachin’ by a largely empty Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday evening. The pre-recorded chants filtered through the public address system second after Sachin Tendulkar’s 22-foot statue, depicting a lofted straight drive, was unveiled adjacent to the stand named after him in a …

Sachin Tendulkar opens up on India's approach at World Cup 2023: ‘Proud to see the brand of cricket they are playing'
1 year, 4 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar opens up on India's approach at World Cup 2023: ‘Proud to see the brand of cricket they are playing'

Hindustan Times  

Sachin Tendulkar went back in time to when he was a 10-year-old as he recalled his first visit to the Wankhede Stadium, where his statue was unveiled on Wednesday evening in front of political dignitaries, including Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and senior politician and former BCCI president Sharad Pawar. Sachin Tendulkar's being felicitated at the inauguration of his statue …

'Need better thinking from Shreyas': Yuvraj Singh shows no mercy on Iyer after India's top-order collapse vs AUS at WC
1 year, 5 months ago

'Need better thinking from Shreyas': Yuvraj Singh shows no mercy on Iyer after India's top-order collapse vs AUS at WC

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma and Co. were on the brink of an embarrassing defeat in their ICC World Cup 2023 before Virat Kohli and KL Rahul completed India's stunning comeback at the Chepauk on Sunday. With Team India losing three of their premier batters and registering the second-lowest score in World Cup history, knives were out for Shreyas Iyer, who was called …

'I was like main iske liye 2 saal se ro raha tha?': Virat Kohli finally reveals brutally honest reaction on 71st ton
1 year, 10 months ago

'I was like main iske liye 2 saal se ro raha tha?': Virat Kohli finally reveals brutally honest reaction on 71st ton

Hindustan Times  

Team India's star batter Virat Kohli had endured a rough patch for a major part of 2022, that eventually led to him taking a month's break in August-September. Virat Kohli Following his ton, Kohli had admitted he never thought the century would come in T20Is; in the seven months since, Kohli has scored four more hundreds and went past Australia …

Breaking the record of Sachin Tendulkar would be an emotional moment: Virat Kohli
1 year, 10 months ago

Breaking the record of Sachin Tendulkar would be an emotional moment: Virat Kohli

The Hindu  

India and Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Virat Kohli said that breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 One-Day International centuries would be an emotional moment for him. Kohli, who is just three short of equalling Tendulkar’s record, when asked about his thoughts on reaching that milestone, quickly said, “It will be a very emotional moment for me.” The gripping conversation in …

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