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News18
9 hours ago
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- News18
Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar Or Virat Kohli? England Great Makes His Pick
Last Updated: Allan Lamb chose Sachin Tendulkar as the best among him, Sunil Gavaskar, and Virat Kohli, praising Tendulkar's dominance and 100 international centuries. Former England cricketer Allan Lamb picked Sachin Tendulkar as the best among him, Sunil Gavaskar, and Virat Kohli. Lamb said Tendulkar was the best player he ever played against, though both Gavaskar and Kohli have their own merits for the topic. Indian cricket has been blessed with one batting great for each era. Gavaskar was the first superstar in the post-Independence era, making his name in the 70s as a prodigy who helped India conquer the West Indies and England, before becoming an immovable opener. Tendulkar came out similarly in the 90s but dominated the 2000s like no one else, scoring the most runs in Tests and recording 100 international centuries. 'Sachin easily," Lamb told PTI. 'I played against him when he was 18. I dropped him at slip and he went to get 100 (in a Test match). So I always say to him, it was me that made your name (laughs). Kohli is a brilliant player, he's got all the shots, he can score quickly. But if you want the best player I played against, that Indian player is Sachin, even ahead of Sunny. The only thing I would have liked to see Sachin play the West Indies, where Sunny scored runs against the West Indies. He was probably the only Indian to score runs against those quicks," he added. 'I always thought that Indian cricket was going to go up, it was on the gradual climb. And because of the population and being your number one sport, cricket was always going to be the top of the tree. The IPL has changed cricket in India and the world. It's incredible to see these youngsters coming through, the 15-year-olds and the 16-year-olds (like Vaibhav Suryavanshi), and making a name for themselves. In one day cricket, India should win every competition. In Test matches, you're going to rely a lot on Bumrah and you're going to miss Virat Kohli big time About the Author Cricketnext Staff First Published:
News18
2 days ago
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- News18
'I Was Just 10 When...': Sachin Tendulkar Reminisces India's 1983 World Cup Win
Last Updated: Sachin Tendulkar has reminisced about India's 1983 World Cup win, which inspired his cricket journey. Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar has reminisced about India's maiden ODI World Cup win in 1983, saying how he, as a 10-year-old, decided to pursue cricket as a dream, which went on to become his journey. Wednesday marks the 42nd anniversary of one of India's biggest cricketing triumphs on the world stage. It was on June 25, 1983, that Kapil Dev & Co. were crowned champions at the Lord's with an unbelievable win against the Windies. After winning the coveted title in 1975 and 1979, the Windies were ready to add a third World Cup trophy to their rich cabinet and flex their dominant muscles, before India stopped them from bagging a hat-trick. 'I was just 10 when India won the World Cup on this day in 1983. That moment sparked a dream and that dream became my journey. 🏆🇮🇳," Tendulkar tweeted on Wednesday afternoon. India had beaten the Windies during the group stage, but the pressure of a World Cup final took its toll as they could just muster a score of a paltry 183. Opener Kris Srikkanth emerged as his side's top scorer, making 38, with senior pro Mohinder Amarnath and the aggressive Sandeep Patil being the sole other cricketers to enter 20s. In the chase, Windies lost Gordon Greenidge to Balwinder Sandhu early, before Desmond Haynes and the great Viv Richards added 45 runs for the second wicket. After Haynes was dismissed by Madan Lal, the Windies were soon reduced to 76/6 as India could smell blood. Wicketkeeper Jeff Dujon and Malcolm Marshall then added 43 runs for the seventh wicket, before the former was dismissed by Amarnath. Windies couldn't build any more partnerships and were bowled out for a paltry 140. India's pathbreaking win gave Kapil Dev a legacy-defining moment as his team inspired a generation of cricketers to take up cricket and to lift the World Cup for the nation, like Tendulkar. 28 years after Kapil Dev lifted the coveted trophy on the Lord's balcony, former India captain MS Dhoni finished off in style and unleashed countrywide celebrations with the 2011 World Cup victory. That win gave Tendulkar the much-coveted WC win, which he yearned for several years, playing six World Cups.
India.com
2 days ago
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- India.com
Prithvi Shaw Reveals Sachin Tendulkars Advice That Sparked His Comeback, Joins Maharashtra for Fresh Start
Once hailed as the next big thing in Indian cricket, Prithvi Shaw is now chasing redemption. With his career at a crossroads, the 25-year-old batter has found renewed hope and purpose—thanks to a timely intervention from cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. Few Indian cricketers have experienced the dizzying highs and crushing lows of fame as early as Prithvi Shaw. At 15, he was rewriting school cricket records. At 18, he captained India to a U-19 World Cup victory and scored a century on Test debut. Shaw was billed as the heir to the legacy of Sachin Tendulkar. But what followed was a dramatic fall from grace. Off-field distractions, poor discipline, and questionable choices gradually distanced Shaw from the game that once defined him. He was dropped from the Mumbai Ranji team, went unsold in the IPL 2025 Auction, and was largely absent from India's domestic cricket headlines. Now, in a surprising yet strategic move, Shaw has opted for a fresh start with the Maharashtra team, seeking a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Mumbai Cricket Association to make the switch ahead of the upcoming domestic season. 'He Still Believes in Me': Tendulkar's Words That Sparked a Turnaround In a candid interview with News24, Shaw offered rare insight into the emotional and personal side of his journey. He revealed that a recent conversation with Sachin Tendulkar—his childhood idol and mentor—rekindled his lost fire. 'Sachin sir knows about my journey. Arjun [Tendulkar] and I have been friends since we were kids. Sir has seen me grow up. We spoke a couple of months ago while training at MIG. He told me, 'Prithvi, I still believe in you, and I always will',' Shaw recalled. Tendulkar's message was clear: 'Sahi track pe aa ja, jaise pehle tha.' It wasn't just advice. It was a reminder of the talent, hunger, and work ethic that had once made Shaw India's brightest young star. The exchange wasn't a one-off pep talk—it was a call to action. For a player who had seemingly lost his way, Tendulkar's belief served as the anchor he needed to begin again. A Bold Move: Leaving Mumbai, Embracing Maharashtra Leaving Mumbai cricket, where he made his name, is no small decision. But for Shaw, it's a conscious attempt to break from the distractions of the past and immerse himself in a new environment. The Maharashtra team will offer a fresh dressing room, a new coaching setup, and a renewed sense of competition—all vital for someone aiming to reboot his domestic career. This move also gives him the platform to return to form in the Ranji Trophy, Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, and other key domestic tournaments. With consistent performances, Shaw could once again be in contention for India A selections and even a potential national comeback. From Rock Bottom to a Comeback Trail Shaw is no longer shying away from his past. He acknowledges the mistakes—poor lifestyle choices, lack of discipline, and fading commitment—that led to his fall. But what sets him apart now is his readiness to confront them. 'Everything is possible in the next 13-14 years. I've made mistakes, but I'm working harder than ever. With Sachin sir's support, I believe I can come back stronger,' said Shaw. For Indian cricket fans, the story of Prithvi Shaw isn't just about missed potential. It's about the power of mentorship, the need for accountability, and the courage to restart. In an age where careers can vanish in the blink of a headline, Shaw is scripting his own second act—this time with more grit than glamour.
NDTV
3 days ago
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- NDTV
Sachin Tendulkar Met Prithvi Shaw 2 Months Ago, Gave Reality-Check: "Get Back On Track..."
Prithvi Shaw 's career has taken a sharp nosedive in recent years. 2024/25 saw the talented opener dropped from Mumbai's domestic teams, and he also went unsold in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction. However, despite all the downs, Shaw has revealed that legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar still has the faith that he can bounce back. He stated that after his own father, it is Tendulkar who has been a strong support system for him, revealing that he also shares a great bond with Tendulkar's son, Arjun. "My biggest support system is my father, but after him, he (Tendulkar) knows a lot. Arjun and I have been friends since we were eight or nine years old. Sir also used to be there. He has seen," Shaw said in an interview with News24. "Hardly two months ago, he was practising at MIG for the (International) Masters League. I was also there. At such a time, you need a mentor who gives a spark," Shaw stated. Shaw revealed that Tendulkar continues to give him words of advice and retains the belief that he can bounce back from his struggles. "He still believes in me. 'Prithvi, I have belief and I will continue to believe.' He has seen me. He has trust. 'Get back on track. Everything is still possible.' That belief is very precious to me. Just like my father and a few friends believe," Shaw spoke about Tendulkar. Meanwhile, Shaw on Monday ended his ties with home team Mumbai after being granted a No Objection Certificate by the MCA to sign up with a new domestic side for his "growth and development as a cricketer". Shaw has been out of reckoning from the red ball set-up for some time but has played white ball cricket. However, his off-field disciplinary issues have grabbed more air time than his on-field performances. The Mumbai Cricket Association confirmed receiving Shaw's request and has given its approval to it. "The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) would like to inform that cricketer Prithvi Shaw had formally requested a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to represent another state as a professional player in the upcoming domestic season. After due consideration, the MCA has granted the NOC," the MC stated MCA Secretary Abhay Hadap said the body appreciates Shaw's contributions over the years. "Prithvi Shaw has been an exceptional talent and has contributed significantly to Mumbai cricket. We respect his decision and wish him the very best in his future endeavours," he stated. In the letter that Shaw sent to the MCA, the 25-year-old said he was grateful for the time he spent in the Mumbai team, for which he made his debut in 2017, but desires to move on now.
India Today
7 days ago
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- India Today
Call it the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy: Gavaskar slams England board's jarring move
Former India captain, Sunil Gavaskar, slammed the England cricket board (ECB) for having James Anderson's name ahead of Sachin Tendulkar's when renaming the Pataudi Trophy, England's home Test series against in his column for Mid-Day, was critical of the English board for failing to account for Tendulkar's career, which is miles ahead of Anderson's achievements across all aspects. He also suggested that the Indian legend has been superior across multiple formats as batting great even urged Indian cricket fans to call the ongoing series the Tendulkar-Anderson trophy instead. He did not buy the argument that the series was named in alphabetical order and called it lame altogether. ENG vs IND, 1st Test Day 3 - Live UpdatesThe Pataudi Trophy was given to the winner of the Test series in England against India. The tradition began in 2007 when they celebrated the 75-year anniversary of the contest between the two top teams in English soil.'The ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board) is fully entitled to call the series by any name they choose, but for most, if not all, Indian cricket lovers, it is jarring to know that Anderson's name comes first. Not only is Sachin Tendulkar, along with Kapil Dev, the greatest Indian cricketer, but also senior to Anderson by more than a dozen years," Gavaskar is numero uno as far as runs and centuries are concerned in Test cricket, but also at the one-day level, too, he has more runs than anybody else. Anderson is third in the list of wicket takers in Test cricket, and his record is nowhere as good as Tendulkar's in one-day cricket," he even highlighted how Anderson was never part of a team that won a World Cup. Interestingly, Anderson was part of the England squad that won the T20 World Cup in 2010 but never got a game under his belt."Jimmy Anderson was a terrific bowler, but mainly in English conditions, and his record away is nowhere near as good as Tendulkar's is,' he CRITICAL OF PATAUDI MEDALLIONGavaskar had his fair share of questions when the Pataudi medal was announced to pay respect to the royal Pataudi family, who had a lasting impact on the sport within the ECB announced that the medallion would be given to the series-winning captain. However, Gavaskar questioned what would happen should it end in a draw. Instead, he suggested providing the medallion for the man of the match."The announcement of the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy also said that respect would be given to the Pataudis by having a medallion for the captain of the team winning the series. Why the captain and what if the series is drawn? That's why it would have been better to have had a Pataudi medal for the Man Of The Match for every Test, culminating in the Pataudi Trophy for the Player Of The Series. This way, the Pataudis will be remembered after every Test match played as well as after the series is finished in would be interesting to hear what Indian cricket lovers feel on this subject," said Gavaskar. Meanwhile, England have put in a fantastic batting display to get them close to India's score and giving the visitors a six-run lead. India ended Day 3 on 90 for two with a lead of 96 runs to his name. Must Watch
