" The Legend ' releases book on him published by The Hindu group

CHANDIGARH : ' The Legend ' on Tuesday released a book published on him by The Hindu group of publications at a function at the Mumbai Indians team hotel. 

Titled 'Sachin - A Tribute To The Legend,' is a fine collection of all the published reports of all the matches in which Tendulkar scored his 100 international tons. Besides, it has some rare pictures of the veteran batsman and a range of interesting statistics. 

Tendulkar expressed his gratitude to the newspaper after releasing the book on his 39th birthday. 

"It gives me immense pleasure to launch this book. All the efforts taken by The Hindu mean a lot to me. Over the years I have made lot of friends and they are dear ones. 

"Our friendship has grown in a similar manner as The Hindu has grown. I cherish each and every moment I have shared with them," said Tendulkar flanked by MI coach Robin Singh and captain Harbhajan Singh. 

The book was conceptualised after Tendulkar scored his 100th international century in the Asia Cup against Bangladesh in Mirpur on March 16. 

"Reading various articles and opinions (in The Hindu) has played an important role in my career. I want to take this opportunity to thank you for putting this book together in a matter of few weeks. It's a mammoth effort and thank you very much," said Tendulkar. 

The CEO of The Hindu group, Arun Anant, in a letter explained the concept behind publishing the book. 

"We thought this would be a fine gesture to have this book released by you on your birthday, April 24. We feel that this book will be a fitting tribute to your unparalleled contribution to the game, making India and the international cricket community proud," said Anant.

' The Legend ' lone Indian in ICC Test XI of the Year

The Indian cricket team's summer of discontent in the longest format of the game was reflected in the ICC 'Test Team of the Year' in which senior batsman god of cricket ' The Legend ' was the only player from the country to make the cut.

While ' The Legend ' took his customary number four spot for the third year running, Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan was the other Indian to make it to the team squad albeit as a 12th man.

The duration of the period on which the players were judged on their performance was between August 11, 2010 and August 3, 2011.

' The Legend ' made 973 runs in 10 Tests at an average of 64.86 during the stipulated period.

Will ' The Legend be a charming politico?

Sachin Tendulkar has given his nod to being an MP. 

Here’s a look at the other charming politicos.

 Sachin Tendulkar is all set for a different innings. 

He has given his nod for being a Member of Parliament. 

While everyone is debating if it is a good move, let us tell you that Rekha has been nominated too.

' The Legend ' recommended to be nominated as a member of Rajya Sabha : Sources

New Delhi : Sachin Tendulkar ' The Legend ' has reportedly been recommended to be nominated as a member of Rajya Sabha.

Sources say Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has written a letter to the President on this matter. The letter is expected to be forwarded by the Home Ministry. Sources have told NDTV that apart from Sachin, there are two more names in the letter.

Usually, a consent is sought before a person's name is recommended for nomination to the Upper House.

Observers however say Sachin is actively involved in playing cricket and may not accept the offer. They point out that he has been the most apolitical person and has not even been associated with a political cause.

Sachin, and his wife Anjali, on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to Congress President Sonia Gandhi at her 10 Janpath Residence in New Delhi. Mrs. Gandhi wanted to meet the batting great and personally congratulate him on achieving the historic feat of scoring 100 international centuries recently.

Senior BCCI functionary and IPL chairman Rajiv Shukla was also present at Sonia Gandhi's residence. Mr. Shukla said he had no knowledge of Sachin's reported Rajya Sabha nomination.

According to sources, Tendulkar and his wife spent close to half an hour with Sonia.

The Congress President is learnt to have talked in general about cricket and wished the player luck for his future.

' The Legend ' deserves nomination for Rajya Sabha : BCCI

The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) on Thursday welcomed the government's nomination of Sachin Tendulkar as a member of the Rajya Sabha, saying that the iconic batsman deserves such an honour.

BCCI Chief Administrative Officer Prof. Ratnakar Shetty told PTI that the Board was happy with the government's move.

"We (BCCI) are happy that Tendulkar's services as a sportsperson has been recognised. He's been a true ambassador for the country and he deserves it," he said.

Tendulkar is among four eminent persons who have been recommended for nomination as members of the Rajya Sabha. 39-year-old Tendulkar can become a member of Parliament under a provision of the Constitution that allows the President to nominate 12 members to the Upper House.

Tendulkar's nomination to Rajya Sabha has come as a surprise against the backdrop of a long-standing demand for conferring of Bharat Ratna on him for his contribution to the game. He completed the historic achievement of scoring 100 international centuries in March this year.

He would be the first active sportsman and cricketer to be nominated to Rajya Sabha.

' The Legend ' brings stability at the top : Pollock

Mumbai Indians coach Shaun Pollock said with the return of Sachin Tendulkar his side has the stability at the top of batting order.

Pollock said that history of Twenty20 cricket shows that batsmen at the top four slots dominate and score runs.

"No doubt Sachin brings with him a wealth of experience. He brings stability at the top. 

   Among the foreign players in the team, Malinga was an automatic choice, Pollock said.

   In the bowling department, Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga still has a back problem, Pollock said, adding that the team was missing his services.

With skipper Harbhajan Singh expressing his unhappiness with the team's fielding effort, the former South African all-rounder felt that good catches and stops undoubtedly put the opponents under pressure and this was one area they need to improve further.

On Harbhajan not achieving much success in IPL 5, Pollock said, "He (Harbhajan) is a good bowler and his time will come. I am sure he will come into his own."

Asked about Munaf Patel's verbal duel issue, he said the pacer was passionate about his game. Pollock, however, had a word of advice for Munaf, saying he should be careful that he does not "go overboard".

Pollock also defended top order batsman Rohit Sharma getting out to an irresponsible shot in the previous game against KXIP in Mumbai, saying such was the nature of his game and he did not play "out of character shot".

SACHIN TENDULKAR - ' The Legend ' of Cricket

Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar (born 24 April 1973) is an Indian cricketer. He holds several batting records, including the most Test centuries and the most one-day international centuries, and was rated in 2002 by Wisden as the second greatest Test batsman ever, after Sir Don Bradman. He received the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, India’s highest sporting honour, for 1997-1998, and the civilian award Padma Shri in 1999. Tendulkar was a Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1997.

Nasser Hussain Stops Short of Calling Sachin Tendulkar God

Here is what Hussain wrote in this column, after watching Sachin Tendulkar make the first ODI double century in the men's game in the second ODI of the India South Africa series at the Captain Roop Singh Stadium in Gwalior:

"Better than Brian Lara and Ricky Ponting, the other two great players of my era. Better than Sir Viv Richards, Sunil Gavaskar and Allan Border. And I would even say better than Sir Don Bradman himself."

Hussain stated frankly that while drawing comparisons was something he did not want to indulge in, this innings brought it out in him, "''I have never liked comparisons between great players, but after Wednesday's incredible game it must be said - Sachin Tendulkar is the greatest batsman of all time."

' The Legend ' My finger is good now......

Here's some good news for Sachin Tendulkar and Mumbai Indians fans. The batting legend confirmed to MiD DAY that his right index finger has healed. “It (finger) is good now,” Tendulkar told MiD DAY after a practice session at the Mumbai Cricket Association’s ground in Bandra Kurla Complex yesterday. 


Tendulkar batted in full zest for nearly two hours in the nets and the veteran batsman in all probability looks set to take the field against Kings XI Punjab at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.

The Legend ' Sachin Tendulkar '

Here, I am writing some things about not only my favorite but favorite of every Indian and the Pride of India, The Legendary Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar. He is the person everything would be less to say about him everything is nothing to write before his name. Such type of people takes birth once in an Era. I do not think that I would be able to see another Legend like Sachin again in my life. When we think about Cricket in India, One image immediately comes out in our mind and that image is of This Champion. Sachin is well known cricketer in the countries even where Cricket is not played and it is not so popular. His command on his skills and his fame can be measured by this statement only. This blog is just a glorious story of a Living Legend from starting to unbeaten Live Performance so far. I may be little bit boring, but I want to start it from the very beginning.

Sachin Tendulkar’s full name is Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar. Sachin was born on 24 April 1973 in Mumbai in Rajapur Saraswat Brahmin family. His mother is Rajni Tendulkar, belong to insurance industry, and his Father’s name is Ramesh Tendulkar, a famous Marathi Novelist. He has three siblings eldest Brother Ajit Tendulkar and younger brother Nitin Tendulkar and a sister Savita Tendulkar. He has completed his education till High school from school Sharadashram Vidyamandir. In his school he started his cricket practice and carrier under the guidance of his Coach and Mentor as well Mr. Ramakant Achrekar. In his school days He had attended MRF Pace Foundation to be trained as a fast Bowler but it is said that the Great Australian Bowler Dennis Lillee suggested him to well focus on Batting in place of Fast Bowling. Sachin considers his elder brother Ajit Tendulkar a very important person of his life because he always encouraged him to be a cricketer. Session of 1988 was very important and proved him as a forthcoming Great Player he scored a century in every inning he played. In the same year He created a world record made a partnership of unbroken 664 runs with Vinod Kambli, his school friend and later on played for India also with him, in Lord Harris Shield inter-school game. Sachin had scored unbeaten 326 in this match and over 1000 runs in the entire tournament. I think at that time also it was enough to show to the world that the future ruler of this Gentleman’s Game has born in India. This Himalayan partnership made my Hero a subject of discussion not only in locals of Mumbai and India but all around the Globe and in the nations who feel cricket and live cricket. This was highest partnership in any format of cricket till 2006 when two players from Under-13 broken this record in a match held in Hyderabad. In 1995 this legendary cricketer locked into wed with 6 years elder to himself Anjali, a paediatrician. They have two children a daughter Sara and a son Arjun.

Sachin is known for his deep faith in God also. It is said by his family members Sachin always tries if possible to visit a temple for darshan of Almighty before every match He plays. He is great follower of Satya SaiBaba. We can see on grounds also whenever He hits a century First of all He shows his regards to The God by raising his Head and Bat towards Sky. This is clear evidence that at this much Height also This Hero has a deep faith and is always grateful to The Almighty.

He has been given so many nick names by his fans such as Little Master, Master Blaster, God of Cricket, and Tendlya.

This was RajSingh Dungarpur who relied on this school cricketer to play internationally in 1989 against India’s all time favourite rival and opponent on every point, Pakistan. At this time this little master was just 16 years of age. It was 15 November 1989 while playing his maiden Test in Karachi he became the Youngest Test Cricketer at that time. Another legendary Pakistani Player Waqar Unus had also started his carrier from this match. Sachin was bowled by Waqar Unus at just 15 runs. This was a drawn match.