Sachin Tendulkar at Ambanis host party in honour of Mumbai: IPL 2012

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Friday, 1 June 2012

One or two problems don't make IPL bad: Sachin Tendulkar

Posted on 01:41 by ranjeet

There may be a few problems afflicting the IPL, but Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar on Friday said that they don't make the entire tournament questionable.

"I think there are one or two problems in every organisation and it does not make the entire organisation bad," responded Tendulkar to a query on allegations of spot-fixing surrounding the BCCI's lucrative Indian Premier League.

Tendulkar, who is set to take oath as Rajya Sabha member on June 4, advised young players to follow the people who set the right example and absorb their good qualities.

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"I would definitely say this (spot-fixing) is not a good example (to set). My advice would be to follow the people who set the right example. Follow the right direction and absorb all the good qualities," he said. Tendulkar was speaking to reporters at a function. A TV sting operation recently showed five fringe players connected to the IPL purportedly indulging in questionable behaviour, prompting the BCCI to suspend them besides launching an inquiry.

The cricket body has asked its new anti-corruption chief Ravi Sawani to conduct an inquiry and submit a report. The suspended players are TP Sudhindra (Deccan Chargers), Mohnish Mishra (Pune Warriors), Amit Yadav ( Kings XI Punjab), Shalabh Shrivastava (Kings XI Punjab) and first-class cricketer Abhinav Bali.

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Monday, 28 May 2012

15 minutes with Sachin is most cherished experience: Bist

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When his good friend Rohit Sharma introduced him to Sachin Tendulkar, all that young Robin Bist could do for the first five minutes was just keep on looking at the maestro. "I had requested Rohit to ask whether Sachin would be able to spare 10 minutes. Well, I got 15 minutes from him, which remains the most cherished experience for me," Bist, who is a part of the India 'A' cricket team to tour the West Indies, told mediapersons after a felicitation programme at his alma mater Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan.

Asked about that life changing experience, he said, "What can a young cricketer do when he is meeting Sachin Tendulkar for the first time? For the first five minutes, I was completely awestruck and didn't register anything. The next 10 minutes were spent on queries on how to tackle short-pitched deliveries."

"He (Sachin) told me that for a short guy like me, it is important that I let the bouncer come into my body. That would always help me better my feet movement as to whether I need to quickly react or play it late," said Bist.The Rajasthan batsman knows pretty well that a middle-order that boasts of Ajinkya Rahane, Cheteshwar Pujara, Rohit Sharma and Manoj Tiwary would leave him with very little chance of making it among the six specialist batsmen but he is not ready to lose hope as yet.

"My job is to bat well in the nets and impress my coach Lalchand Rajput. Agreed that all the other batsmen in the squad have played international cricket but I am certainly good enough and that's why I am in the squad of 15," he said.Bist, the highest run-scorer in this season's Ranji Trophy, is also indebted to his state team skipper Hrishikesh Kanitkar who has time and again helped him.

"Hrishidada (as he fondly calls him) is like a mentor. Prior to this Ranji season, he told me that he would like to see me remain not out in every innings. That was something that boosted my confidence," said Bist."A trip to Caribbean islands is never complete without speaking atleast once to Hrishidada and my childhood coach Rakesh Rai. These are two men who believe that there is no need to change my natural style," he said.

Although he didn't get to play a single match for Delhi Daredevils, sharing the dressing room with Mahela Jayawardene turned out to be an enriching experience."Mahela told me that if one plays with the straight bat, there would be absolutely no need to improvise as most scoring strokes come from copybook shots. Also I discussed with Andre Russell about the nature of wickets in the Caribbean," Bist said.

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Mandeep Singh says Sachin Tendulkar is his idol

Posted on 05:12 by ranjeet

Kings XI Punjab’ star batsman Mandeep Singh, who was awarded the ‘Rising Star’ of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2012, said on Monday that India’s batting legend Sachin Tendulkar is his idol.

In an interview with the tournament’s official website, Mandeep said, “I have always watched Sachin Tendulkar. No one can be like him, but I have always tried to be somewhat like him.”

Talking about senior cricketers in the side, Adam Gilchrist and David Hussey’s influence, Mandeep said, “Both really inspire, especially the youngsters. They gave me an opportunity to bat in the top order and I wanted to make use of this opportunity, which would be good for the team also.”

He is delighted to receive the Rising Star of the IPL award and is looking forward to a better season next year.
“It feels very good. As a junior player, you wish to win this Rising Star in the IPL. I really worked hard for this and it feels good”, he said.

Despite the good performance this year, Mandeep pointed out that he should have converted his starts into big scores more often.“I am a little disappointed that I scored a lot of 20s and 30s, and next year I would want to convert them into 60s or 70s,” Mandeep expressed.

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Thursday, 24 May 2012

Selfless aspect of Sachin Tendulkar comes to the fore

Posted on 02:23 by ranjeet

It was one of those moments in Bangalore that got overshadowed amid MS Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings' onslaught. Mumbai Indians were in pursuit of 188 runs to stay alive in the fifth edition of the Indian Premier League against Chennai. Cruising at 47 for no loss in 4.5 overs they looked set to make the most of the fielding restrictions when disaster struck. Sachin Tendulkar played the ball to the off side and Dwayne Smith at the other end ran while the Little Master did not. The ball was thrown at the non-striker's end even as Smith and Sachin were stranded on the same side. And before the bails could be dislodged Sachin made a swift decision. He took a few steps forward to give up his wicket to keep Smith, who was looking in ominous form, alive.

Many critics might question his decision that as the senior partner he should have stayed on. But let's put things in perspective. Smith was smashing the ball to all parts and wreaking havoc on the Chennai bowlers. And, if that wasn't enough to win laurels for the Master Blaster then what followed definitely was. He walked up to a clearly distraught Smith, consoled him, and egged him on to continue hitting the big shots.

In an age when batsmen are known to glare and say the odd word to each other in the event of a mix up, this simple gesture from a legend served everyone a reminder that the gentlemen's game still has some players left to carry on its name and legacy.

Of course, Smith, eventually, perished eight balls later and Mumbai ended up on the losing side but that should in no way undermine Sachin's gesture. It showed that Sachin, despite being a player of the highest calibre, was willing to sacrifice his wicket if he thought someone else could prove more valuable to the team. Even Smith, despite his big hitting prowess, would agree that he is hardly a match to Sachin, but the cricketing great made him realise that at that particular moment he was the man for Mumbai.

The gesture holds a greater significance coming from Sachin for the reason that despite his achievements the man has time and again come under scrutiny and been accused of playing for himself rather than the team. This should answer many of his critics and appease all his fans.

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Monday, 21 May 2012

I was just listening to Sachin and did what he said:Smith

Posted on 18:21 by ranjeet

Mumbai Indians batsman Dwayne Smith, who struck a match-winning half-century against Rajasthan Royals, said he did not expect the emphatic 10-wicket triumph that his team managed here on Sunday night. "We had not expected such an easy victory. I won't say that there bowling was bad but we batted very well," the West Indian said in a post-match press conference.

"I had a very good partnership with Sachin [Tendulkar] and that helped us win so easily. I was just listening to Sachin and did what he said," Smith, who made an unbeaten 58-ball 87, said. "This victory has certainly given us confidence and we will carry it into the playoff tie against Chennai Super Kings on May 23 in Bangalore," the batsmen further said Smith, who joined Mumbai at the halfway stage, has made some telling contributions with the bat. In a match against Chennai Super Kings, he smashed Aussie pacer Ben Hifenhaus for two boundaries and a six to close out the last-ball thriller in this team’s favour.

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Sunday, 20 May 2012

Photos : Sachin Tendulkar in Action Vs RR | May 20, 2012, Jaipur

Posted on 18:06 by ranjeet

Dwayne Smith and Sachin Tendulkar struck fluent half-centuries in their record 163-run opening stand as Mumbai Indians cantered to a 10-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the last league game of the Indian Premier League, here on Sunday night.The Mumbai duo bettered the previous best of 159 by Chennai Super Kings' Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay in IPL-4.

Smith slammed 87 off 58 balls while Tendulkar scored a 51-ball 58 to help Mumbai chase down the target of 163 with two overs to spare at the Sawai Mansingh stadium.With their place in the playoffs already assured, the win will be a huge morale booster for Mumbai going into the eliminator against holders Chennai.

Chasing a challenging target, Mumbai threw a surprise by sending Smith to open the innings along with Tendulkar.

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Friday, 18 May 2012

Photos: Sachin Tendulkar In Action During a Training Session | Jaipur May 18,2012

Posted on 08:33 by ranjeet

CRICBUZZ :The IPL is reaching the closing stages. With 67 matches played, the race for the play-offs has intensified. The Delhi Daredevils and the Kolkata Knight Riders have already secured qualification for the play-offs. The battle is on for the remaining two spots with five teams vying for the a spot in the final four. Defending champions, Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Mumbai Indians, Kings XI Punjab and Rajasthan Royals are the teams hoping to secure the final two positions in the play-offs.

Mumbai stand the best chance of qualifying for the play-offs. In 15 matches that they have played, they have a total of 18 points with nine wins. Their last league game is against the Rajasthan Royals at Jaipur on the 20th, the final day of the league matches.

- For Mumbai to ensure that their final game against Rajasthan is inconsequential, Kings XI Punjab, Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals should lose their remaining matches.
- If either RCB or KXIP win their last match and Rajasthan win against Deccan, Mumbai's final match to be a virtual knock-out.

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Wednesday, 16 May 2012

Photos : Sachin Tendulkar in Action Vs KKR | May 17, 2012

Posted on 18:18 by ranjeet

Kolkata Knight Riders took a huge step towards confirming a play-off berth in IPL-V, defending 140 in style against a trigger-happy Mumbai Indians and winning by 32 runs with five balls to spare. Sunil Narine reaped a rich haul of four for 15, backed by medium-pacers L. Balaji (two for 11) and Jacques Kallis (two for 32).

KKR climbed to the second spot with 19 points with this victory, ahead of Mumbai Indians (18). Delhi Daredevils remained on top with 20.

Wicket-keeper Brendon McCullum pulled his weight with two catches and a stumping. The host handed the match to KKR on a platter with reckless batting, and was bowled out for 108 in 19.1 overs on a bowler-friendly Wankhede wicket.

Sachin Tendulkar top scored (27 off 24 balls) in what was an embarrassing procession to the dressing room by the home team. KKR's tactic of enticing Mumbai Indians' assembly of strokeplayers with spin worked beyond its wildest expectations.

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Monday, 14 May 2012

Photos : Sachin Tendulkar in Action Vs RCB | May 14, 2012

Posted on 18:26 by ranjeet

Mumbai Indians rode on Ambati Rayudu and Kieron Pollard's swashbucklings knocks and their unbroken 122-run sixth-wicket partnership to stage a dramatic fightback and beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by five wickets in their Indian Premier League match on Monday.Rayudu smashed an unbeaten 81 off 54 balls while Pollard remained not out on 52 off 31 as Mumbai Indians chased down the target of 172 with two balls to spare after staring down the barrel at 51 for five in the ninth over.

Pollard smashed Gayle for a six and two fours to seal the match for Mumbai and keep their chances of qualifying for the playoffs alive.Pollard and Rayudu hit nine runs in the penultimate over off Zaheer, leaving Mumbai to score 14 in last over.

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Sunday, 13 May 2012

Video : Sachin Tendulkar Felicitated By Mamata Banerjee | 6 Minutes - HD

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West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday described Sachin Tendulkar as a 'golden boy' as the state government and the Cricket Association of Bengal jointly felicitated the senior Indian batsman for completing one hundred international centuries.

The felicitation ceremony was held at the Eden Gardens just ahead of the IPL clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians.Congratulating Tendulkar on behalf of the government, Mamata said, "He is a golden boy. That's why we have gifted you a golden bat and ball. We salute your achievement. We are so proud of you."

Tendulkar greeted the jam-packed Eden crowd first in Bengali by saying 'Bhalo Achi' and then added, "Thank you all for your support I've seen over the years. It has been a pleasure playing. I will cherish these memories. I hope you continue to support me and the Indian team as you always have."Earlier the chief minister handed Tendulkar the golden bat and ball and also an earthen pot, containing 100 rasogollas (sweets).

Also See : Photos : Sachin Tendulkar Felicitated by Mamata Banerjee at Eden Gardens

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Saturday, 12 May 2012

Photos : Sachin Tendulkar in Action Vs KKR | May 12, 2012

Posted on 08:46 by ranjeet

A stuperndous performance by Jacques Kallis failed save the hosts from a humiliating 27 runs defeat against Mumbai Indians. Mumbai Indians elected to bat first after winning the toss against Kolkata Knight Riders. Mumbai suffered first blow in the form of Sachin Tendulkar, who was dismissed by Shaki al Hassan at the score of just two runs.

This was the first time when KKR bowlers has the opportunity to celebrate as after this Rohit Sharma and Herschelle Gibbs gave no chance to them to rejoice. Both of them hit round the stadium to rain runs. Both of them built up an unbeaten 167 runs partnership for the second wicket to take Mumbai Indians to 182 runs. Rohit Sharma's unbeaten 109 off just 60 deliveries and Gibss' 66 off 58 helped Mumbai Indians to put up 183 runs target against the hosts at Eden Gardens.