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Sachin Tendulkar To Play Cricket Again; Set To Feature In Gavaskar-Commissioned T20 League

Sunil Gavaskar and Sachin Tendulkar- (Source: @Johns/X.com)Sunil Gavaskar and Sachin Tendulkar- (Source: @Johns/X.com)

India's biggest cricketing star and the world's leading run-getter, Sachin Tendulkar, is all set to turn back the clock as the master blaster will return to the cricket field and feature in the newly formed International Masters League. 

It is worth noting that Sachin Tendulkar is the brain behind this league alongside Sunil Gavaskar, who has been appointed as the commissioner of the International Master's League. 

The inaugural edition of which is set to be played this year. The tournament will feature cricket stars from six nations – India, Australia, South Africa, West Indies, England and Sri Lanka. 

Sachin Tendulkar Comments On The Upcoming Masters League

“Cricket continues to grow in popularity not just in India, but across the world. In the last decade, T20 cricket has accelerated its adoption and has drawn new fans into the game. There is now a strong desire among fans across ages, to re-witness age-old battles in newer formats,” said Tendulkar in a statement on Monday.

“Sportspersons never retire at heart and the competitive streak within waits for an opportunity to get back on the field. We have conceived the International Masters League as a meeting point of passionate fans and competitive cricketers,” he said. “I am certain all players participating will get back into the groove and prepare hard. When we represent our countries, we all want to play top-quality cricket and try to win,” Tendulkar added.

Sunil Gavaskar Appointed International Masters League Commissioner

“T20 cricket’s rise offers a fantastic opportunity to relive the magic of the sport we love. The International Masters League will bring fans closer to the legends they’ve admired for years, offering another golden chance to watch their heroes LIVE in action,” added Gavaskar who will commission the league .

The tournament’s matches are scheduled to be held in Mumbai, Lucknow and Raipur.