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Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Game On with Manika Batra: A Champion's Spirit
Game On Season 1 continues with the inspiring story of Manika Batra. In this exclusive conversation, the Indian table tennis sensation opens up about her groundbreaking journey, the challenges she's faced, and her unwavering determination to put Indian table tennis on the global map. Hear her raw, powerful, and deeply personal insights into what it takes to be a champion. Watch Episode 3 here.#ManikaBatra #IndianSports #TableTennisRevolution #InspiringYouth #GameOn
NDTV
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Comedian Rohan Joshi Explains Why Sachin Tendulkar Should Not Be Reddit's Brand Ambassador
As Reddit announced cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar as its brand ambassador, comedian Rohan Joshi shared his thoughts in a now-viral Instagram reel. In the clip, Joshi called out Reddit's decision, saying that Sachin Tendulkar is a legend and deserves all the love, but he is the wrong pick for the social media platform. "He is an icon, obviously one of the greatest people to have ever played the game of cricket and one of the greatest Indian sporting legends of all time. But, l am sorry he can not be the brand ambassador for Reddit for one very simple scientific reason," Joshi said in the viral Instagram video. "It's straightforward. Sachin Tendulkar played 664 international matches over his 24-year career. I'm not even counting his first-class matches," he added, noting that Sachin spent almost 200 days a year outdoors, "touching grass". According to the comedian, Redditors are known for staying indoors. So, someone as active as Sachin Tendulkar is the complete opposite. "Sorry. No one who has gone outside and touched that much grass is allowed to endorse Reddit. It is just antithetical to its values," Rohan Joshi concluded. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rohan Joshi (@mojorojo) Since being shared, the video has accumulated more than 2 million views. Reacting to the post, one user jokingly wrote, "I Completely agree with you hence I think the best candidate for this position who meets all the requirements is Rohan Joshi, my vote is with him." "I really think u should be the brand ambassador of reddit, only influencer who deserves this," commented another. "Hahahahah this is absolutely true , i vote for tanmay for brand ambassador of reddit," quipped a third user. "This position is only fit for Mr. Rohan Joshi, voting for you immediately," one user wrote. "he's making a scientific and sensible point guys," said another. Sachin Tendulkar named Reddit's brand ambassador Sachin Tendulkar was announced as Reddit's brand ambassador on Wednesday. Talking about joining hands with Reddit, the legendary cricketer said, "For me, cricket has always been about that pure connection with people, on and off the field. In getting to know Reddit, what stands out is the sheer passion that brings its communities together. I'm especially looking forward to discovering conversations on r/IndiaCricket and r/IndianSports." "It's a unique platform where people truly share what they love. This association gives me an opportunity to connect with fans in new ways and celebrate our shared love for sports," he added.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sachin on Reddit: Fans explode with memes and celebrate the cricket legend's brand ambassador moment
Image credits: X Ever since its launch in 2004, Reddit has been a platform where anyone can have a voice. While it rose to popularity in 2011, Reddit for many is a social media platform where they can go for advice on various topics from personal life to professional faux pas and even to get a real opinion on the news of the world. While it has had a steady and loyal forum of users for the past many years, in order to enhance its brand value and reputation, the site has recently announced legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar as its brand ambassador. The God of Cricket who is loved by people across the world, seems to be the perfect icon to aggregate audiences who love him, cricket and its discussion. In a statement, the company confirmed that Reddit users will now get exclusive opportunities to engage with the former cricketer in Reddit communities. Additionally, he will also be sharing his own thoughts, insights and exclusives on his official Reddit profile. 'For me, cricket has always been about that pure connection with people, on and off the field. In getting to know Reddit, what stands out is the sheer passion that brings its communities together" said Tendulkar in a statement. 'I'm especially looking forward to discovering conversations on r/IndiaCricket and r/IndianSports. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Container Houses Egypt (Prices May Surprise You) Container House | Search Ads Search Now Undo It's a unique platform where people truly share what they love. This association gives me an opportunity to connect with fans in new ways and celebrate our shared love for sports,' he added. Social media reactions Image credits: X Sachin Tendulkar is one of the most followed cricketers on social media. He had a whopping 50.8 million followers on Instagram and 40.8 million followers on X (formerly Twitter) Thus, the announcement that he is the brand ambassador of Reddit and is going to officially join the platform has many surprised and excited. Social media users erupted with funny memes and reactions to the announcement. "Welcome to the Dark side GOAT" wrote a person on Reddit, welcoming the legendary cricketer to the platform. "he gonna see way too many arjun Tendulkar memes" quipped another one. Image credits: X One Reddit user actually had an interesting take on the inclusion of the former cricketer on the platform adding that he would bring with him the 'WhatsApp uncles' from whom people ran and joined Reddit. "Already the interactions in the city sub reddit has turned into whatsapp uncles coming on. We ran from facebook due to that. Then Instagram and now looks like reddit is next" they wrote. On X, people are excited to see what Tendulkar will post on Reddit, with some asking him to 'drop tea' on various topics. "he needs to drop some tea on the team" commented an X user, "Sachin is promoting reddit - I ve seen it all." added another. "we got sachin tendulkar as reddit brand ambassador before GTA 6" one pointed out. Comic Sonali Thakker was one of the few who seemed disappointed with the decision, writing on X, "Man, sachin becoming the brand ambassador for Reddit is gonna make it fully mainstream. I'm not big on this."
Hindustan Times
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sachin Tendulkar announces new 'partnership'; Master Blaster 'looking forward to…'
Considered by many to be the greatest cricketer in history, Sachin Tendulkar has been roped as brand ambassador for social media platform Reddit, on Wednesday. In a statement, the company also had some good news for cricket fans, confirming that they will now get exclusive opportunities to engage with the former India cricketer in Reddit communities. He will also share his personal thoughts, match insights and exclusive updatesthrough his official Reddit profile. In a statement, the social platform said, 'In the coming months, Tendulkar will also appear in a new marketing campaign for Reddit in India as well as other markets throughout the world.' Meanwhile, Sachin said, 'For me, cricket has always been about that pure connection with people, on and off the field. In getting to know Reddit, what stands out is the sheer passion that brings its communities together.' 'I'm especially looking forward to discovering conversations on r/IndiaCricket and r/IndianSports. It's a unique platform where people truly share what they love. This association gives me an opportunity to connect with fans in new ways and celebrate our shared love for sports,' he added. Cricket communities on Reddit, like r/IndiaCricket and r/MumbaiIndians, are hugely popular, also recording a year-on-year growth of 73 percent and 58 percent respectively, in the first quarter of 2025. In the statement, Reddit's Vice President of International Growth, Durgesh Kaushik said, 'Sachin Tendulkar possessed a remarkable ability to transcend boundaries and unite people through his extraordinary talent. His presence on the field fostered a powerful sense of community among fans, who were drawn together by their shared admiration for the 'Master Blaster''. 'This unifying community spirit is precisely what we aim to empower and cultivate at Reddit. We envision Reddit's cricket communities becoming vibrant digital spaces where fans from every corner of the globe can come together, connect, and share their passion for the sport, and most importantly, engage directly with the legendary Sachin Tendulkar,' he added. Sports is also one of the fastest growing community groups on the platform, and there are over 1,000 communities on the platform.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sachin Tendulkar enters the world of Reddit as brand ambassador; fans can't keep calm: 'Never thought this would happen'
In a significant move on the leading social media platform, Reddit announced Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar as its new brand ambassador on Wednesday, June 18. This partnership with the 'God of Cricket' is aimed at reflecting Reddit's growing focus on sports communities and its commitment to uniting fans across the globe through shared interests and passions. The news has left fans stunned on the platform. The 'God of Cricket' will start engaging with users on the platform via his official Reddit profile, under the name u/SachinTendulkar. As a part of the collab, the Master Blaster himself is stepping into the Reddit arena! Sachin is expected to drop by the fan-run r/SachinTendulkar subreddit and share personal reflections, match insights, other exclusive content, and more. Sachin Tendulkar shares his view on becoming Reddit's new brand ambassador The social media platform is tapping into the sport's massive popularity in India and other regions to draw the attention of more sports fans across the platform. Sachin Tendulkar joining as its new global brand ambassador is a fresh example of this. 'For me, cricket has always been about that pure connection with people, on and off the field. In getting to know Reddit, what stands out is the sheer passion that brings its communities together,' said Sachin Tendulkar. 'I'm especially looking forward to discovering conversations on r/IndiaCricket and r/IndianSports. It's a unique platform where people truly share what they love. This association gives me an opportunity to connect with fans in new ways and celebrate our shared love for sports.' Redditors react to Sachin Tendulkar's new partnership As soon as the announcement surfaced on social media, it quickly grabbed the attention of Redditors. A thread with a title, "Cricket Legend Sachin Tendulkar Named Brand Ambassador for Reddit," grabbed massive attention from fans. According to some, this is a great decision by Reddit, while one said, "The GOD blessed Reddit :)" Another added, 'That's wild.' A shocked user reacted, saying, "Damn that's crazy Ngl never thought this would happen." On the other hand, a user said, "Bas matlab Reddit barbaad hai. Jaise Spinny logon ko thagta hai waisei Reddit bhi karega ab." "A fucking sellout. He doesn't deserve this attention at all," another wrote. Concerned that the player knows about all that is discussed about him on the platform, a user said, "Does he know what all is said about him on reddit." "Trust me , this would be the start of the ending . Soon influencers will start their karma farming. Soon reels will be introduced" What makes Sachin Tendulkar the ideal choice as brand ambassador? The move comes as cricket-related subreddits see a surge in activity, fueling Reddit's growing user base across the globe, with India emerging as a key driver of this momentum. Sachin Tendulkar's involvement with Reddit follows a series of similar sports partnerships. Previous year, Reddit entered into a partnership with Serie A, Italy's top football league, and has also partnered with major U.S. sports organisations in the past, like the NFL, NBA, MLB, PGA Tour, and NASCAR. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
