Watch: Sundar Pichai gets taste of something new during IND vs ENG 5th Test
Cricket and technology crossed paths in an unexpected and delightful way on Day 3 of the fifth Test between India and England at The Oval, as Google CEO
Sundar Pichai
stepped into the commentary box.
The surprise appearance came during a gripping phase of the match at The Oval, and fans were treated to a rare blend of corporate insight and cricket nostalgia.
Pichai joined seasoned broadcaster Harsha Bhogle for a brief commentary stint and quickly made an impression with his calm demeanour and thoughtful observations. A self-confessed cricket enthusiast, Pichai recalled his childhood in India, watching the game religiously and plastering his bedroom walls with posters of cricketing greats.
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'Gavaskar was the big one, and I was a big Sachin fan. I really used to enjoy watching him bat,' Pichai said, his voice filled with nostalgia.
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Interestingly, while Sundar Pichai was on air, it was Washington Sundar at the crease launching a counterattack that helped India extend their lead, a fun coincidence that Bhogle pointed out with a grin.
Despite being a tech titan, Pichai handled his brief commentary debut with surprising poise.
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He paused respectfully during deliveries, let the game breathe, and offered considered takes on the series. 'What a series it's been. Loved the fight between both teams. At this point, I'd put money on a 2-2,' he said, backing India to level the series.
Bhogle later wrote on X (formerly Twitter): 'I don't think I have been in a commentary box with a corporate leader of this stature. Loves cricket, is extraordinarily down-to-earth. #SundarPichai'
As cricket fans gear up for a thrilling Day 4, with England needing 324 and India hunting nine wickets, one of the unexpected highlights remains a Google CEO getting his first taste of live cricket commentary—one Sundar watching another Sundar steal the show.
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