Sachin Tendulkar, the cricketing legend, expressed the significance of playing in the Ranji Trophy, emphasizing that whenever he had the chance to represent Mumbai in domestic cricket, he made sure to participate. Tendulkar, now 50, believes that his presence in the team motivated young players, contributing to the overall quality of the game.
“Throughout my career, I remained passionate about playing for Mumbai whenever I had the opportunity. Growing up, we had almost 7-8 India players in our dressing room, and it was fun to play alongside them. When India players turn up for their domestic teams, it raises the quality of play for youngsters and sometimes new talent is identified. It also gives the national players a chance to sometimes rediscover the basics,” Sachin Tendulkar shared on Twitter.
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He continued by acknowledging the importance of the red-ball format in helping international cricketers regain their form, emphasizing the value of Ranji Trophy in this regard. Tendulkar praised the Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) for prioritizing domestic cricket, which he considers the foundation of Indian cricket.
“With top-notch players participating in domestic tournaments, over a period of time, fans will also start following and supporting their domestic teams much more. Wonderful to see @BCCI give equal priority to domestic cricket,” he added.
The Ranji Trophy semi-finals have been riveting! @MumbaiCricAssoc’s march into the finals was aided by a brilliant batting recovery, while the other semi-final hangs in the balance going into the last day – Madhya Pradesh need 90+ runs to win, Vidarbha need 4 wickets.…
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) March 5, 2024
In the context of the Ranji Trophy semi-finals, Sachin Tendulkar lauded Mumbai’s victory over Tamil Nadu, securing a spot in the finals with an impressive innings and 70-run win. Meanwhile, the other semi-final between Vidarbha and Madhya Pradesh remained undecided, poised for an exciting finish.
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Sachin Tendulkar shared updates on the match, noting the balance between Madhya Pradesh needing 90+ runs to win and Vidarbha requiring four wickets for qualification. As Tendulkar’s tweets encapsulate the thrill of Ranji Trophy action, it underscores the tournament’s importance in fostering talent, providing opportunities for national players, and captivating the interest of cricket enthusiasts.
