Chants of “Sachin Sachin” echoed through the 50th anniversary celebrations at the Wankhede Stadium.
Cricket is all about the love and passion the game gets from its fans. At the intersection of the screams and cheers of millions of cricket fans around the world come some of the most historic moments. Fans are an integral part of the game when it comes to Indian cricket. Over the years, one of the most famous places in the country, the Wankhede Stadium It gave cricket fans memories that they will carry with them for a lifetime. Now, as the stadium completes 50 years, the fans have created an unforgettable memory of the past. Sachin Tendulkar– The biggest hit in the history of the game.
‘Sachin.. Sachin’ took over the Wankhede Stadium
Sachin is undoubtedly one of the greatest players to ever play international cricket. His batting records and fielding were historic in themselves. Fans of the former Indian cricketer hold him in high esteem God of Cricket. When Sachin was on the field, the crowd cheered wholeheartedly and chanted his name.
Almost 13 years after he retired from all forms of cricket, something similar happened. At Wankhede Stadium’s Golden Jubilee celebration, the crowd began to shout “Sachin.. Sachin.” The legendary cricketer took to the stage in iconic fashion.
Apart from witnessing many historic moments in Indian cricket, Sachin also attended the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Wankhede Stadium. Mumbai IndiansFormer IPL franchise where Sachin played from 2008 to 2013.
Sachin was joined by the likes of former India player. Ravi ShastriLegendary beat Sunil GavaskarIndian chief Rohit Sharma And many other domestic players.
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The Wankhede Stadium turns 50: a throwback to the iconic ground.
The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is one of the most famous venues in Indian cricket. The story of In the 1970s, a dispute arose between Cricket Club of India (CCI) and the Bombay Cricket Association (BCA). BCA built the 45,000 capacity stadium a mile away from CCI’s Brabourne Stadium, which has hosted 17 Test matches so far. Wankhede’s first Test in the 1974-75 season saw West Indies dominate. India.
The stadium’s first taste of victory came against India in 1976 New ZealandAnd over the years, it has been the site of many memorable innings and historic moments. Gavaskar’s 205 against the West Indies and Alvin KalicharanHis streak of 187 in 1978-79 is etched in history, as well Ian BothamAll-round performance in the 1980 Jubilee Test in which England won. Vinod Kambli An Indian holds the record for the highest score at the Wankhede, with 224 runs against England in 1992-93. Shastri in the year He made headlines in 1984-85 with a quick double century, hitting six sixes in one over.
Wankhede’s coastal environment gave the bowlers a great swing advantage, especially in the morning and late sessions when the sea breeze kicked in, although this effect diminished after the stands were renovated before the 2011 World Cup. Normally, the pitch at the Wankhede would be favorable for runs, but the red soil will provide some help to the bowlers during the final Test match.
With stands named after such cricket legends Vijay businessmanGavaskar and Sachin, the Wankhede Stadium remains an integral part of Mumbai’s cricketing identity and the venue for some of the sport’s greatest performances.
