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When Sachin Tendulkar Picked VVS Laxman As His Favourite Player Among the Likes Of Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly

"You are blessed with so much talent. You can see the ball a split second earlier than me..." was how legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar described the batting prowess of his 'favourite' former teammate VVS Laxman during the 1999-2000 Australia tour, reveals a new book "Sachin@50: Celebrating a Maestro". The story, narrated by former Indian cricketer MSK Prasad in the book, was from a conversation between Prasad, Laxman and Sachin on their favourite players in the then Indian Team touring Australia.

Bloody Nose: When Bantoo Singh Was Hit By Sachin Tendulkar Bouncer

Sachin Tendulkar has scarred many bowlers for life with his imperious batting but Bantoo Singh saw the 'spirit of Curtly Ambrose' in 'Little Master' when he was hit by his bouncer that left him with a bloody nose with multiple fractures during an ill-tempered Ranji match between Delhi and Mumbai in 1991. Bantoo, one of the pillars of Delhi's batting between mid 80s and mid 90s, can now afford to laugh when he jogs his memory 32 summers back to April 20, 1991. "Mere naak ka naqshaa hi badaal gaya Sachin ke uss bouncer ke baad. Mere paas ab naya naak hai (The design of my nose changed after that Sachin bouncer. I have a new nose now)," Bantoo said during an interaction with PTI on the eve of legend's 50th birthday.

Secret Of Sachin Ton: A Mean Jumbo Prawn Curry Before Final At Eden Gardens

Sachin Tendulkar's love for experimenting with various cuisines is well known but when he is in City of Joy, there is one dish he devours and that is Bengali's favourite Golda Chingrir Malaikari -- a sweet and sour Jumbo Prawn Curry prepared with coconut milk. The Shyambazar house of former Cricket Association of Bengal joint secretary Samar Paul was a favourite address for the maestro whenever he played at Eden Gardens, much before he played in India jersey at the iconic venue.

Sachin Tendulkar Celebrates 50th Birthday: The A To Z Of 'Master Blaster'

To the Indians, Sachin Tendulkar is the man for "all seasons". It has been 10 years since he bid farewell to international cricket, leaving the nation full of moist eyes. As India's favourite son completes his 50th birthday, PTI chronicles his life and times in an alphabetical manner. It could be people, places and events related to the great man, which have dominated our lives for a better part of three-and-a-half decades.

"Used To Take Three Painkillers A Day": When Sachin Tendulkar Feared End Of His Career

India batting great Sachin Tendulkar completed the half-century of his life on Monday, April 24. The Master Blaster, who celebrated his 50th birthday on Monday, had an illustrious playing career, breaking several records, which he holds till date. Ahead of his 50th birthday, Tendulkar spoke in detail about the various factors revolving around his career, including a tennis elbow injury that troubled him in the mid-2000. Tendulkar revealed that the injury led to speculations about the early end of his illustrious career

Sachin Tendulkar's Advice Helped Me Reinvent My Game And Extend Career: Mithali Raj

Having stayed at the top of their game for more than two decades, both Sachin Tendulkar and Mithali Raj are epitome of excellence and longevity in world cricket. While Tendulkar made people fall in love with the game, Mithali became the first superstar of women's cricket in India. However, self doubt can creep even in the minds of greats like Tendulkar and Mithali. Ahead of Tendulkar's 50th birthday, Mithali spoke to PTI about her first interaction with him, the influence he had on her batting and on how a chat with the master blaster before the 2017 women's World Cup helped reinvent her game.

"Ab Bhi Ball...": What Sachin Tendulkar Said Virat Kohli After Getting Out In 2011 World Cup Final

In a recent question and answer session on Twitter, Sachin Tendulkar has revealed what he told Virat Kohli when he was walking back to pavilion after being dismissed in the 2011 World Cup final against Sri Lanka at the Wankhede Stadium. Notably, Kohli came in to bat at the fourth spot after the opening batter Sachin lost his wicket. While the camera showed that Sachin was telling something to new batter Virat when the latter was stepping in, nobody could really know what were the words spoken by the legendary batter.

"Always Concerned...": Yuvraj Singh On Sachin Tendulkar's Moving Gesture During His Cancer Treatment

Sachin Tendulkar is not just a cricketing idol for Yuvraj Singh but a "guardian angel" who would offer incredible solutions and lessons in times of crisis, both on and off field. One of India's greatest white ball players and hero of two World Cup triumphs, Yuvraj has been one of Tendulkar's closest friends in the Indian dressing room and for him the maestro is a life coach.

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When Sachin Tendulkar Picked VVS Laxman As His Favourite Player Among the Likes Of Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly

Bloody Nose: When Bantoo Singh Was Hit By Sachin Tendulkar Bouncer

Secret Of Sachin Ton: A Mean Jumbo Prawn Curry Before Final At Eden Gardens

Sachin Tendulkar Celebrates 50th Birthday: The A To Z Of 'Master Blaster'

"Used To Take Three Painkillers A Day": When Sachin Tendulkar Feared End Of His Career

Sachin Tendulkar's Advice Helped Me Reinvent My Game And Extend Career: Mithali Raj

"Ab Bhi Ball...": What Sachin Tendulkar Said Virat Kohli After Getting Out In 2011 World Cup Final

"Always Concerned...": Yuvraj Singh On Sachin Tendulkar's Moving Gesture During His Cancer Treatment