Legendary Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar always takes a step forward when it comes to appreciating players from other sports. Recently, he appreciated young volleyball player Sirisha Karami who represents her state Odisha in volleyball.
In a video posted by UNICEF India on Youtube, the youngster said, “I am Sirisha Karami, from Kalimela block in Malkangiri, a disadvantaged district of Odisha. My mother works as a cook in a school. I have a small family with no father. My mother has brought me up with a lot of difficulties. I am playing to support her and remove her difficulties.”
She further added, “I have represented Odisha in 12 states and learned a lot by playing with other players. I want to put in my best so that I achieve a name for my village, district, and state. This year I have attended India camp. I want to practice and try my best so that I can play for the Indian team.”
How many sports accolades do you have? Check out Sonia, star athlete and kabaddi player. #foreverychild,sport #DayOfTheGirl pic.twitter.com/5wfNh4YILO
— UNICEF India (@UNICEFIndia) October 8, 2017
Tendulkar took to Twitter to praise the girl, he said, “Sirisha’s dream to help her mother, village, state & the nation through sport is inspiring. We’re proud of you! #playitHERway #DayoftheGirl”.
Sirisha's dream to help her mother, village, state & the nation through sport is inspiring. We're proud of you! #playitHERway #DayoftheGirl pic.twitter.com/wzC7weOHwW
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 10, 2017
