Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Tendulkar's Gem

I have been highly critical of Tendulkar in the recent past, but, on Sunday I was in awe. The man is there as I believed always. He is capable of destroying the bowling attack with as much disdain as he once was.

The best thing about his innings was how he paced his innings. And how he put in that extra punch, after he reached his century. He is the man, he is the legend. Sometimes we just expect so much from him.

If history is right, we were simply toooooo much dependent on him for victory. The 2003 world cup was Tendulkar's world cup, except in the Finals. He was a class act in that world cup and had great contribution for the team in it. I have seen him better that effort only yesterday. This is one of his best innings after a long time. He has scored a lot of hundreds in the recent past, but this one was and is certainly special.

In the recent past, Sachin is not really missed on/off the field. This has given him more scope to play at his strengths and as well experiment when it is needed. He is a definite force and is a great asset for the world cricket as a whole. When he hangs his boots, he will be remembered and worshipped for a long time to come.

I just wish he is also able make himself added as a elite member to a world-cup winning squad.

Great game Sachin, you are GAME !

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