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India Today
27-05-2025
- Sport
- India Today
Vaibhav Suryavanshi is unbelievable, but no Sachin Tendulkar: Steve Waugh
Former Australia captain Steve Waugh was left in awe of Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who lit up IPL 2025 with fearless strokeplay and astonishing maturity. But even as he praised the youngster's brilliance, Waugh urged fans and pundits not to rush into comparisons with cricket legend Sachin breakout performance came in the form of a breathtaking 35-ball century against Gujarat Titans — the second-fastest in IPL history and the quickest ever by an Indian. Despite Rajasthan Royals enduring a lacklustre season, the left-handed batter stood out with 252 runs in seven innings at a strike rate of over 200. Speaking at a cricket event organised by JioStar and Cricket Australia, Waugh applauded the teenager's composure, power-hitting, and ability to thrive under watched that century and I just couldn't believe how well he struck the ball and how easy he was hitting the sixes and how relaxed he a 14-year-old, he had no concept of play with complete freedom, so that was great to watch. I guess for him the challenge will be to keep it under control," Waugh said. "Can he play the same way with the same enthusiasm, the same freedom as he has done this year? That'll be his got a lot of skill, he's mentally tough and he's got a great backstory, so you want to see someone like that be successful. It's a great story for cricket and for me watching from a long way away," he Waugh was quick to temper expectations when asked about comparisons with Tendulkar, recalling the Indian icon's iconic hundred at Perth in 1992 as a performance of rare genius. He stressed that while Suryavanshi's achievements are extraordinary, Tendulkar's early success came under far tougher conditions and set the stage for a career unmatched in its longevity and don't think you can compare anyone to Sachin Tendulkar. I mean, a 16-year-old (18-year-old) coming out to Australia and scoring a century in Perth on the hardest, (the) most unique pitch in world cricket where most players really struggle to play on a pitch," he added."...for him to score a century as a teenager in Perth was a freakish performance. It's very rare you get a Sachin Tendulkar come along. But I would never have expected a 14-year-old to score a 100 in the IPL, that was unthinkable," he resemblance in their early exploits is striking — both teenagers who turned heads with their precocious talent. Yet, while Tendulkar carved out an unmatched legacy over 24 years, Suryavanshi is only at the start of his journey. Waugh acknowledged the promise in the young Indian but underlined that the true test lies ahead — in how he manages expectations and maintains his brilliance over updated on IPL 2025 with India Today! Get match schedules, team squads, live score, and the latest IPL points table for CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, DC, GT, PBKS, and RR. Plus, keep track of the top contenders for the IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap. Don't miss a moment! IN THIS STORY#IPL 2025
News18
27-05-2025
- Sport
- News18
'Don't Compare Suryavanshi To Tendulkar': Steve Waugh Praises 'Freakish' Legend
With Vaibhav Suryavanshi rewriting history by slamming an IPL century at the age of 14 recently, the inevitable comparisons with a certain Sachin Tendulkar, who also dazzled the world as a teenager before becoming an all-time great, followed. However, Australia legend Steve Waugh doesn't want anyone to be compared to Tendulkar citing his 'freakish' century as an 18-year-old in Perth, a venue once considered to be a batter's worst nightmare and widely regarded as the fastest pitch in the world. Tendulkar famously scored 114 off 161 during the Perth Test of February 1992 to become the youngest ever to score a hundred on Australian soil.
Express Tribune
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Joe Root enters list of top-5 most runs scored in ICC Tests history during England vs Zimbabwe
Joe Root became the first English batter to reach 13,000 Test runs, achieving the milestone during England's four-day Test against Zimbabwe at Edgbaston. He is only the fifth player in cricket history to reach the mark, joining Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, and Rahul Dravid. Root began the match on 12,972 Test runs and needed just 28 more to reach the landmark. He crossed the milestone with trademark composure, underlining the consistency and technical prowess that have defined his career in the longest format. He is now the fastest player, in terms of matches, to reach 13,000 Test runs—doing so in his 153rd match. In terms of innings, Root reached the mark in his 279th innings, the fifth quickest in history. Tendulkar remains the fastest in innings, having achieved the milestone in 266. The achievement marks a significant moment for England cricket, which had never before seen a batter cross the 13,000-run threshold in Tests. Root's milestone is a testament to his longevity, form, and adaptability in a period of constant evolution for England's Test side. With this record secured, Root now turns his attention to other longstanding milestones. Tendulkar's all-time record of 15,921 Test runs is the next major figure in sight. Root also has 36 centuries and will look to close the gap on Tendulkar's 68 fifties and 51 hundreds. England are scheduled to play at least eight more Tests in 2025, offering Root more chances to further close the gap on the Indian legend. His form and fitness suggest that more records may fall in the coming months. Root's achievement places him among cricket's elite run-scorers and strengthens his legacy as one of the modern era's most reliable Test batters. As he continues his pursuit of greatness, the global cricketing community will be watching closely.
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
Joe Root hits fastest 13000 Test runs, gets closer to Sachin Tendulkar's most runs & Tests record
England's veteran Joe Root became the fastest player to score 13,000 Test runs and joined an elite list on Thursday during his 34-run knock in the first innings of the one-off four-day Test against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge in Nottingham. Root, who had 12,972 runs in 152 matches ahead of the Test, needed 28 runs to reach the 13 thousand club. He is also the only English player to breach the 13k Test runs mark, and overall only the fifth player to reach the milestone. The run machine, Root, is also the fastest to reach the landmark in just 279 innings of 153 Tests. Ahead of him stand some great names in the history of sport: Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis and Rahul Dravid. Root looks prime to break Tendulkar's record of most runs in Test cricket. With just 2915 runs behind Sachin, Root has played 47 fewer Tests than the Indian batting great. With age on his side (34), Root at the moment is the biggest threat to Tendulkar's record. He could also break Tendulkar's most Test record. Master Blaster is the only cricketer to have played 200 Tests, in which he scored a record 15,921 runs. His average is astonishing, 53.78 and has 51 centuries and 68 fifties to his name. The 34-year-old is also just 372 runs away from the second-highest scorer in Test cricket, Ponting. Ponting has scored 13,378 runs, averaging 51.85 in 168 Test matches. The Yorkshire-born batter has 36 centuries, joint fifth-highest among all cricketers in Test matches. Among English cricketers, former captain Alastair Cook sits second in the list of highest run-getters. The elegant left-hander has 12,472 runs to his name in 161 Tests.
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First Post
23-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
From troubling Sachin Tendulkar to cleaning boats: Henry Olonga opens up on his life in exile
Former Zimbabwe cricketer Henry Olonga, known for his famous clash with Sachin Tendulkar in 1998, recently opened up on his life in exile and his journey from cricket to cruise ship gigs and boat cleaning in Australia. Olonga was forced to leave Zimbabwe after his comments on Robert Mugabe's dictatorial rule in 2003. read more Former Zimbabwe cricketer Henry Olonga is one name from the past that Indian fans will remember very clearly even to this day. The connection, of course, is with the 'God of Cricket' Sachin Tendulkar himself. Olonga is remembered for the rivalry he formed with Tendulkar during his playing days. During a triangular series in 1998 in Sharjah, Olonga destroyed the Indian batting lineup with his figures of 4/46, which also included the wicket of Tendulkar. India lost the match by 13 runs. In the final match of the series, Tendulkar exacted his revenge as he smashed Olonga in every direction. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Olonga conceded 50 runs in six overs and Tendulkar eventually finished on an unbeaten 124 off 92 balls as India chased down a 197-run target in just 30 overs. However, this story has now become a very small part of Olonga's life, which he might not even remember, given his current circumstances. Why was Olonga forced into exile? In 2003, during the Cricket World Cup, Olonga and teammate Andy Flower made a bold protest. They wore black armbands during a game to speak out against the political situation in Zimbabwe. They called it a mourning for the 'death of democracy' under dictator Robert Mugabe's government. This move came at a big cost as Olonga got death threats and was forced to leave Zimbabwe. He never went back. Olonga moved to Australia and tried his hand at different careers including music. He even appeared on The Voice in 2019. But life hasn't been easy for him since leaving cricket. Olonga's new life in Australia In a recent interview with The Telegraph, Olonga talked about his journey and how his life has changed since moving to Australia. Olonga revealed that he has not seen his father for more than 20 years, as he lives in exile in Australia while his father lives in Zimbabwe. The former cricketer said that he now releases music on YouTube and does small shows if he gets them. He recently performed a gig on a cruise show. 'It's not necessarily the peak of music performance being on a cruise ship. In fact, some people think that singers go to die on cruise ships. It's like where you go when you haven't made it anywhere else,' Olonga said. 'But I don't mind that. I don't have an ego about my music. I sing in little retirement villages, I've sung to school kids, and I've sung in little bars in front of three people. I just love singing. I love performing,' he added. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I've done all sorts of jobs. I've cleaned people's boats. I've done public speaking, as in motivational talks and after-dinner talks. I won't say I'm having the time of my life, because I just live a sort of drab, very predictable, boring life in some people's eyes, but at least it's honest, and I'm staying out of trouble.' Olonga almost returned to Zimbabwe in 2017 after Mugabe was overthrown. However, due to some complications, he couldn't make it happen. He became an Australian citizen in 2023 and now lives with his wife in Adelaide. 'It's in the too-hard basket. I've started a new life. I think like a Westerner now. I live in Adelaide, where things just work,' Olonga said.
