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2 days ago
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Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy name leaves former England pacer feeling 'out of place'
James Anderson said that to see his name alongside the great Sachin Tendulkar on the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy for the India vs England Test series is a massive honour that leaves him sometimes feeling 'out of place'. read more James Anderson and Sachin Tendulkar pose with the new Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Image credit: England and Wales Cricket Board England pace legend James Anderson confessed that seeing his name alongside the iconic Sachin Tendulkar on a trophy feels 'completely out of place,' calling it an incredible honour to be associated with 'one of the greatest cricketers to have ever lived'. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has rechristened the Test series between India and England as the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, paying tribute to the two titans of the sport. Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy name gives pacer 'out of place' feeling Previously, the contests on English soil were played for the Pataudi Trophy, named after former Indian captains Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi and his son Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi. 'It's not necessarily just how huge it is to have a trophy named after you, but alongside Sachin Tendulkar, who, for me, is one of the greatest ever cricketers to have lived. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I feel completely out of place when I see myself alongside him with the trophy. I hold him in such high regard.' Anderson told Sky Sports' 'I watched him as a kid, played against him. He's just such an iconic cricketer who's carried the weight of a nation on his shoulders throughout his career and past it as well. So, to share something like this with him is an incredible honour.' Also Read | Tendulkar steps in to preserve Pataudi's legacy after ECB's decision to rename trophy Both Anderson and Tendulkar are widely regarded as all-time greats. They are the most-capped players in the history of Test cricket. Tendulkar played 200 matches, and Anderson appeared in 188 Tests. Anderson, who claimed 704 wickets in 188 Tests, faced Tendulkar on several occasions during the late 2000s. Anderson reflects on legendary career The 42-year-old also reflected on how detached he sometimes feels from the legacy he's created. 'It is strange that when people talk about what I have achieved in cricket, like when I hear about it as if someone's talking about someone else if that makes sense like I don't feel it is me who has achieved all this,' he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Anderson brought the curtain down on his illustrious career last year, stepping aside to make way for England's next generation of fast bowlers. England currently lead the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-1 with the fourth Test slated to begin on Wednesday at Manchester.
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
ICC Development awards 2024: USA, Nepal, Bhutan shine on global stage
The ICC Logo (Image via ICC) USA, Nepal and Bhutan were among eight countries honoured at the 2024 ICC Development Awards, announced during the annual board meeting of the International Cricket Council on Sunday. USA Cricket received the ICC Associate Member Men's Team Performance of the Year award for their strong showings last year, which included qualifying for the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup. Co-hosting the tournament with the West Indies, the US side defeated Canada and pulled off a stunning win over Pakistan — knocking Babar Azam's team out of the competition and drawing huge attention. Bhutan and Nepal also made the winners' list, along with Indonesia, Namibia, Scotland, Tanzania and Vanuatu. In total, 15 Associate Member countries had been shortlisted for the awards. Sachin Tendulkar's first international hundred: The Farokh Engineer connection, bbq and a swing! Commenting on the awards, ICC chairman Jay Shah said, 'It is a pleasure to announce the global winners of the ICC Development Awards. This is a celebration of global exceptionalism, with all winners worthy of the accolades they have received in their mission to grow the game in emerging nations,' as quoted by PTI. Namibia won the ICC Development Initiative of the Year award for its Ashburton Kwata Mini-Cricket Programme, a grassroots cricket project that has become a key part of the country's development strategy. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dementia Has Been Linked To a Common Habit. Do You Do It? Memory Health Learn More Undo Poll Which country do you think will be the next big contender in international cricket? USA Nepal Bhutan For the first time, the ICC Female Cricket Initiative of the Year award was shared by two organisations — the Bhutan Cricket Council Board and the Vanuatu Cricket Association. Nepal's governing body, the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), won the ICC Digital Fan Engagement of the Year award. Their expansion across digital platforms — including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X, and their new CAN Domestic Facebook pages — helped them reach around 117 million people. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
India.com
2 days ago
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- India.com
'I feel out of.....: Star player remark on Sachin Tendulkar for sharing Trophy of India vs England Test, his name is...
'I feel out of.....: Star player remark on Sachin Tendulkar for sharing Trophy of India vs England Test, his name is... New Delhi: England fast bowler James Anderson admitted that he feels 'completely inappropriate' to see his name on a trophy alongside a legend like Sachin Tendulkar. He called it an incredible honour and called Sachin 'one of the greatest cricketers of all time'. Patoudi Trophy renamed The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has renamed the Test series between India and England as the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Earlier, the matches played on English soil were played for the Pataudi Trophy, which was named after Indian captains Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi and his son Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi. It is an honour to be associated with Sachin Anderson said in a conversation with 'Sky Sports', 'It is not just that you have a trophy in your name, but it is an honour for me to be associated with a player like Sachin Tendulkar, whom I consider the greatest cricketer of all time.' He further said, 'I saw him as a child, played against him. He carried the burden of the country's expectations during his career and even after that. It is unbelievable for me to share this trophy with him.' Most experienced players of Test cricket Both Sachin and Anderson are considered among the most experienced players in the history of Test cricket. While Tendulkar played 200 Test matches, Anderson has represented England in 188 Tests and taken 704 wickets. He faced Sachin several times in the late 2000s. Anderson's view on his career The 42-year-old Anderson also shared that he sometimes feels isolated from the career he has made. He said, 'It is strange when people talk about the records I have achieved in my cricket, it seems as if someone else is talking.' Status of the last Test and series Anderson bid farewell to his illustrious career last year so that England's new fast bowling generation can get a chance. England currently lead the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-1 and the fourth Test will begin in Manchester on Wednesday.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
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- New Indian Express
Feel completely out of place when I see myself alongside Tendulkar with the trophy: James Anderson
LONDON: England pace legend James Anderson confessed that seeing his name alongside the iconic Sachin Tendulkar on a trophy feels "completely out of place," calling it an incredible honour to be associated with "one of the greatest cricketers to have ever lived". The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has rechristened the Test series between India and England as the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, paying tribute to the two titans of the sport. Previously, the contests on English soil were played for the Pataudi Trophy, named after former Indian captains Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi and his son Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi. "It's not necessarily just how huge it is to have a trophy named after you, but alongside Sachin Tendulkar, who for me is one of the greatest ever cricketers to have lived. "I feel completely out of place when I see myself alongside him with the trophy. I hold him in such high regard." Anderson told 'Sky Sports'.
Mint
2 days ago
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- Mint
Chasing trophies in forties: 46-year-old Imran Tahir sets ultimate standard of longevity almost three decades as a professional
New Delhi [India], July 20 (ANI): Throughout cricket's rich history, several superstars of the game have redefined the concept of longevity at various times, whether through their level of activity at a certain age, trophies, records, or consistency. Be it the unmatched consistency offered by Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar, a fiery 22 year run at the frontline for England by pacer James Anderson or the records and team accomplishments achieved by Mithali Raj for India during the back-end of her 23-year-old career, the sport is full of examples where the phrase "ageing like fine wine" could be used to perfection. The latest entrant to this club of cricketers with rare levels of longevity is the South African spinner Imran Tahir. At the age of 46, this Lahore-born spinner is still an active force in the T20 league circuit across the world, recently leading Guyana Amazon Warriors to the Global Super League in the second season as a captain. As a captain, Tahir led from the front. The veteran spinner, known for running all over the field while celebrating, still bustles with energy that even several youngsters would envy. Not only did he take two wickets in the final against Rangpur Riders, but he also emerged as the 'Player of the Tournament' as a leading wicket-taker, with 14 scalps in five matches at an average of 9.28 and best figures of 4/12. He took two four-wicket hauls in the tournament. After his 40th birthday, Tahir has still maintained the consistency that gave him 293 international wickets for South Africa in 165 matches at an average of over 25. Since turning 40, Tahir has played a massive 200 T20 matches, picking up 266 wickets at an average of 18.54, with an economy rate of 6.86. His best figures are 5/25, having produced five four-wicket hauls and two five-wicket hauls after entering the fourth decade of his life. After his 40th birthday, he is the sixth-highest wicket-taker in T20 cricket worldwide. His bowling average and economy rate after turning 40 is better than his overall career stats in T20 cricket, with his overall bowling average being 19.69 and economy rate being 6.96. 200 of his 547 wickets in the format have come after the age of 40. His knockout stage statistics after turning 40 are solid, 28 wickets in 26 matches at an average of 25.57, with best figures of 3/7, making him one of the most reliable bowlers to turn to during a tough match, even at this age. In eight T20 competition finals after turning 40, he has picked up 11 wickets at an average of 18.00, at an economy rate of 6.71, with best figures of 3/33. The fourth decade of his life has been the one filled with championship titles and individual accomplishments, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for Multan Sultans in 2021 (leading wicket taker for his team, overall fourth with 13 scalps at an average of 13.07, economy rate of 6.80), Caribbean Premier League 2023 title with Guyana Amazon Warriors (leading wicket-taker for his side and overall second-highest with 18 wickets at an average of 15.44 and economy rate of 6.22), the Indian Premier League (IPL) Purple Cap for most wickets in 2019 runners-up season with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) (26 wickets at an average of 16.57 and economy rate of 6.69), and the latest Global Super League. Three trophies, one of them as a captain and an IPL Purple Cap for one of the most successful franchises of the world after turning 40, seal Tahir's legacy as one of the greatest T20 cricketers ever. With his supreme fitness and dedication to his craft, he has opened up an avenue for cricketers to chase the adrenaline that comes with taking wickets, trophies, and awards, even after they slow down by international cricket standards. Having made his first-class cricket debut in 1996/97 and retiring from international cricket after the 2019 Cricket World Cup, Tahir's fitness and devotion to the art of spin bowling almost 30 years into the game are no doubt inspirational. (ANI)
