Rebranding of historical England-India Test series The trophy has provoked a new wave of criticism – and this time, it is one of the most respected voices of Indian cricket. Former captain of india Sunil Gavaskar The decision in the name of the new unveiling has openly questioned ‘Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy’ In that specific order Pataudi Trophy Which was in place since 2007.
The new name aims to honor the England’s highest wicket -taker. James Anderson And India’s batting legend Sachin TendulkarBut Gavaskar believes that this order is not only derogatory towards Indian fans – this is historically wrong.
Sunil Gavaskar rejected predecessor by the name of James Anderson
In your latest Mid -day The column, Gavaskar shared its disappointment, stated how the decision feels from contact with Indian cricket followers. He insisted that the two players are legends in themselves, Tendulkar’s contribution to the game – both testing and ODI formats – from distance and from Anderson, especially when seen from a global perspective.
“ECB is fully entitled to call the chain by any name. Written Gavaskar.
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Gavaskar is the opposite opposite between two icons
The inconvenience with an order named Gavaskar did not stop at the sound – he supported it with figures and achievements. Tendulkar, the first cricketer to score the most run-scorer in both 100 international centuries and both testing and ODI, also proud to be a part of the Indian team winning the World Cup in 2011.
Anderson, although a great fast bowler, has achieved most of his success in the position of the house and has not repeated the same level of impact abroad or in cricket.
“Anderson is third in the list of wickets taking wickets in Test cricket. His record is impressive, but he does not get close to Tendulkar in ODI format. Tendulkar’s influence on the global game is unmatched,” Gavaskar said.
Gavaskar urged Indian supporters to reverse the Trophy title
In an emotional appeal, Gavaskar urged the Indian cricket community to change the series informally to change the name that gives proper respect for Tendulkar’s legacy. He wrote: “I urge all Indian cricket lovers including Indian media, call it Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy”
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