The Network 18 group on Sunday paid rich tribute to retired batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, unveiling a monument in the form of a large steel bat in Mumbai.
The monument has been installed on the Carter Road Promenade - close to Tendulkar's residence. It is the largest steel bat in the world - standing more than 25 feet high and weighing over two tonnes.

The "Bat of Honour" is crafted out of stainless steel- and Sachin's emotional farewell speech- has also been etched on a plaque below the installation, to symbolise the flawless cricketing career of India's master blaster.

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EXCLUSIVE VIDEO : Sachin Tendulkar’s Speech at Velammal School Ponneri, Chennai - Feb 26, 2014. Earlier last month Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared his experiences of life with the students of Velammal Group of Schools, who gave a gala welcome to the retired Indian batsman during a felicitation programme on Friday.

"There will be tough times in life but you should never give up. In tough times tough people last," said Tendulkar, who along with his wife Anjali were welcomed by Velammal Educational Trust Chairman MV Muthuramalingam during the felicitation programme.

Tendulkar said: "Whether it is a memorable day for you or not, it definitely will be a memorable day in my life.

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On a sunny Tuesday, Lutyens' Delhi had two international sports celebrities with separate agendas. While golf superstar Tiger Woods, on a hurricane private corporate tour, was scorching one green to another at the Delhi Golf Club, not so far away, the darling of a billion Indians, Sachin Tendulkar, was breaking another 'record'. The retired cricketing genius became the first sportsperson to be bestowed the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, by President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

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A documentary charting the euphoria around final days of legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar in the game will be available on social media platforms, including Youtube from Saturday.

The film brings out people's emotions during Tendulkar's last Ranji Trophy encounter in Haryana and the final Test-series against the West Indies in November last year.

The documentary, prepared by sports journalist Jasvinder Sidhu, is called "Last Goodbye to 22 yards".

"This film is a tribute to the greatest cricketer the world has ever seen. This 38-minute film, subtitled in English, is like a documentary evidence of what exactly Sachin means to India," said Sidhu.

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Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Friday shared his experiences of life with the students of Velammal Group of Schools, who gave a gala welcome to the retired Indian batsman during a felicitation programme.
 
“There will be tough times in life but you should never give up. In tough times tough people last,” said Tendulkar, who along with his wife Anjali were welcomed by Velammal Educational Trust Chairman MV Muthuramalingam during the felicitation programme.
 
Tendulkar said: “Whether it is a memorable day for you or not, it definitely will be a memorable day in my life.” (PTI)

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Vanakkam Rahman! Whether I was going to cricket ground, I was preparing myself before a match or after I scored a hundred, celebrating, it was always your music. Your music in different times, like when I was really happy or when I was feeling low, when there was nothing much happening in life, it was my companion, so in a way u have traveled with me. Wherever I have toured, you have traveled with, your music has traveled with me. It has entertained not just me, but all of us. All of us truly enjoy your music and we look forward to your next album. So you have done that for 20-25 years. It is a long time to be at the top. I have no doubts that with your family support... I have met your family, you have a wonderful family. With your family support and good wishes, you will continue to entertain all of us. All the very best – Sachin Tendulkar

                                          

COURTESY : STAR VIJAY YOUTUBE

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Sachin Tendulkar launched the music of Shekhar Suman's 'Heartless' on December 18.  Shekhar said, "I am ecstatic. I admire the master batsman and having him launch the music of my film is a dream come true."

He added that Sachin had given him the nod in 60 seconds flat. "I was in the commentary box with him during the Indo-South Africa, Indo-Sri Lanka and Indo-England series. He is a fantastic human being."

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Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar on Saturday advised youngsters in the country to chase their dreams to excel in their respective fields, but discouraged them from wasting too much time on modern gadgets.
 
Tendulkar, speaking at an NDTV programme to honour 25 Greatest Global Living Indians, said that dreams come true if one chases them hard.
 
“I would encourage the youth of India to dream because dreams come true if you chase them hard,” he said after accepting the award from President Pranab Mukherjee at the Rashtrapati Bhawan.
 
“I also at times had to face defeat but the most important thing I learnt from my sport was when you are defeated you stand up to face another challenge.
 
“I am extremely honoured to receive this award. I was asked to give a message to the youth of India and I could not think of anything than the advice I got from my grandmother who said ‘Health is wealth, take care of your health’,” said Tendulkar, who recently retired from international cricket after an illustrious career spanning 24 years.
 
He asked the youth to engage in outdoor activities to keep themselves fit and in good health so that they can focus on their respective fields.

Courtesy : NDTV

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In an exclusive interview with Sumit Awasthi of Zee Media, Sachin Tendulkar talks about his retirement and his future plans

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Sachin Tendulkar at Play Live Research and Development Centre 15 June 2011 (SMAAASH). Earlier this Sachin said

“My son has played a match today. First club match, an official match. He is passionate, he is madly in love with cricket. But the other things that go around the cricketer and not just the on-field activity but whatever he gets to hear or gets to read or the way it gets projected, I would appreciate if everyone allows him to be himself and to have his own identity and enjoy his cricket above all,” Tendulkar said

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Sachin Tendulkar, who retired from international cricket on November 16, became a UNICEF ambassador for South Asia in Mumbai on Friday. Tendulkar, who apart from playing excellent cricket for over two decades has also been part of several social development projects and initiatives, will promote hygiene and sanitation in the sub-continent. On a lighter note, Tendulkar remembered how he often forgot to wash his hands after a match.

"There was a stage when after playing cricket, I didn't want to wash my hands but my mother would ensure I do so.""Thanks for allowing me to start the second innings of my life," said the 40-year-old on his new role in Mumbai. "I am looking forward to being the ambassador for UNICEF and want to serve to the best of my abilities," Tendulkar added. (Courtesy : NDTV)

Courtesy : UNICEF INDIA YOUTUBE

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India's young batsman Rohit Sharma signed up with sports major adidas on Tuesday. Rohit, who is also the captain of Indian Premier League team Mumbai Indians, was welcomed into team adidas by Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar.

Rohit made a stunning Test debut against the West Indies and is the third Indian after Mohammad Azharuddin and Sourav Ganguly to hit back-to-back centuries in his first two Tests. Rohit is also the third cricketer after compatriot Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag to hit a double century in ODIs. Rohit was approached by adidas immediately after the Kolkata Test, where he hit a century on debut. In the Mumbai Test, Rohit was seen batting with an adidas bat.

Tushar Goculdas, Brand Director, adidas India, said he was proud to have Rohit in team adidas - he is a class act on the field, an extremely talented batsman, a brilliant fielder and a natural leader.(PTI)

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Rarely has there been a more emotional farewell than the one that Sachin Tendulkar has just received from his adoring countrymen - a packed stadium, a beautiful final inning, and Indian victory, crowds chanting "Sachin Sachin", an emotional farewell speech, and to cap it all a Bharat Ratna.

A day after his retirement Sachin Tendulkar talks to NDTV's Vikram Chandra on life after cricket

Courtesy : Youtube.com/NDTV

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In an exclusive interview to CNN-IBN Sachin Tendulkar says he has no regrets about his decision to retire and picks the World Cup win in 2011 as his biggest moment in cricket.

Sachin: I woke up in the morning at 6.15. And it's the body clock. Yesterday I did that. And when I woke up this morning I thought 'I need not have a shower and getting ready into my training clothes and go to the ground and practice and prepare myself for a match'. I instead prepared a cup of tea, had breakfast with my wife. It's peaceful, really chilled-out morning. I didn't do much. I spent time responding to various messages I received, just thanking all the people for their good wishes and their support over the last 24 years.

WATCH FULL INTERVIEW IN THE VIDEO

Courtesy : Youtube.com/IBNLIVE

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Terming his decision to retire from international cricket correct, the iconic Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday said he feels this is the right time to leave as his body gave him the message that he won't be able to take the load of professional cricket anymore.
"I feel this is the best time to leave, I have no regrets. My body gave me the message, I wasn't able to take the load," Tendulkar said in his first press conference after playing his 200th and last Test match.

Tendulkar said playing for India was paramount for him for the last 24 years and the thought of not able to play cricket anymore hasn't sunk in yet. "Playing for India was paramount for me over the last 24 years. It hasn't struck me yet that I won't be playing cricket anymore," he added

Courtesy : Youtube.com/IBNLIVE

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"Friends, please settle down; I'll get more emotional. It's hard to believe my wonderful journey between those 22 yards for 24 years is coming to an end. I've a list of names to thank.

The first is my father, who passed away in 1999. Without his guidance, I wouldn't be standing in front of you. He said 'chase your dreams, don't give up.' I miss him today. My mom, I don't know how she managed a naughty child like me. She just prayed and prayed from the day I startd playing the game. For four years I stayed with my uncle and aunt when in school. They treated me like their own son.

"My eldest brother, Nitin, doesn't like to talk much, but he has always said, 'Whatever you do, I know you will give ou 100 percent. My first cricket bat was presented to me by my sister, Savita. She still continues to fast while I bat. Ajit, my brother. We have lived this dream together. He sacrificed his career for me. He took me to Achrekar Sir first. Even last night he called me to discuss my dismissal. Even when I'm not playing, we will still be discussing technique. If that hadn't happened, I would have been a lesser cricketer.

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Sachin Tendulkar said he felt "very humbled" after the Mumbai Cricket Association on Monday formally renamed the Kandivili ground as the Sachin Tendulkar Gymkhana Club. The 40-year-old who will be playing his 200th and last Test match in Mumbai from November 14 already has a stand named after him at the famous Wankhede Stadium.

In a high-profile ceremony attended by MCA president Sharad Pawar and Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan, Tendulkar, dressed in Team India's navy blue T shirt and jeans, was the cynosure of all eyes even as players from both the Indian and the West Indian teams attended the ceremony. Tendulkar thanked the media and officials for making his farewell a "splendid one." (NDTV)

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Sachin Tendulkar, a father of two, probably understands kids better than the rest. There was this boy in a group of blind kids who reminded Tendulkar of his blindness at the Chinnaswamy Stadium yesterday and the batting maestro shot back, "don't say that."

He wanted to make the kids feel better. The rest of the Indian team too were warm to the blind kids.
The previous evening, Tendulkar touched the life of nine-year-old Vachan Shetty forever. Vachan is a cerebral palsy patient.  He can't stand or walk without help. When we approached Tendulkar to meet him, he agreed willingly. He came down from his room to meet the kid and didn't take time to put him at ease. (See box on the conversation) Vachan was speechless; absolutely mesmerised. Later, he told MiD DAY: "My dream came true. I  can't believe it. He is God for me." [This is a File Article From MIDDAY, notrelated to the video below]

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As Sachin Tendulkar is ready to call it a day after the Test series against the West Indies, CNN-IBN pays its tribute to the legend.

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Check out the new Musafir.com TVC with Sachin Tendulkar in a never before seen look as Shekhu Shekhawat. Ghoom Musafir Ghoom.

Video Courtesy : MUSAFIR.COM Youtube Channel

 

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