‘I did all to ensure the legacy was intact…’: Sachin Tendulkar opens up on Pataudi Trophy controversy

ECB decided to retire Pataudi trophy

The ECB’s decision to retire the Pataudi Trophy and rename it the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy sparked backlash, with critics arguing that the historic Pataudi legacy should have been preserved. Many fans even urged Sachin Tendulkar to decline the honour.

Sachin Tendulkar breaks his silence on Pataudi Trophy

Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar finally broke his silence on the Pataudi Trophy controversy, stating that he did his best to preserve the Pataudi legacy. He clarified that the decision was made by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Sachin Tendulkar’s comment on the ongoing controversy

“The Pataudi legacy has to be kept alive. The contribution of the Pataudi family to Indian cricket inspires us all. I spoke to the family and mentioned to them I will do all to keep the legacy alive” Tendulkar said

Tendulkar said Pataudi Medal to go to winning Captain.

“I spoke to the family and mentioned to them I will do all to keep the legacy alive. I also spoke to Mr Jay Shah BCCI and ECB and I shared my thoughts. Thereafter we did a second call and it was decided to award the Pataudi medal of excellence to the winning captain. You need to know the decision on retiring the trophy rested with the BCCI and the ECB and when I was communicated I did all I could to ensure the legacy was kept intact,” Tendulkar said as quoted by Boria Majumdar.

Eng vs Ind to start from June 20

The five-match Test series between England and India is set to begin on June 20, with the first match at Headingley, Leeds. It will be a tough challenge for Team India, featuring several young players and with Shubman Gill leading the Test side for the first time on English soil.

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