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[Watch] Sachin Tendulkar Gifts Virat Kohli His Last ODI Jersey Ahead of World Cup 2023 Final

image-lp58lrxcVirat Kohli received heartwarming gifts from Sachin Tendulkar (Twitter)

In an emotionally charged moment at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, cricket history entwined with a touching gesture as Indian batter Virat Kohli, on the cusp of the ICC World Cup 2023 final against Australia, received a deeply symbolic gift from his idol, the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.

Tendulkar gifted Kohli his last ODI jersey

As the excitement for the final reached its peak, Tendulkar made an entrance onto the field, his presence immediately electrifying the atmosphere. 

In a heartfelt exchange, he embraced Kohli and gave him a gift laden with immense sentimental value – his last ODI jersey. This jersey, a relic from Tendulkar’s final ODI match against Pakistan in 2012, carries the weight of history and the legacy of a cricketing giant.

Along with this priceless jersey was a heartwarming photograph capturing a moment of mutual respect: Tendulkar and Kohli in a warm embrace, celebrating Kohli's achievement of surpassing Tendulkar’s record of 49 ODI centuries.


Kohli, who achieved this milestone in the World Cup 2023 semi-final against New Zealand, was visibly moved by the gesture. A letter, also part of Tendulkar’s gift, was seen amongst the items, likely containing words of wisdom and encouragement from the Master Blaster himself.

It is worth mentioning that during Tendulkar's last ODI, it was Kohli who stole the show with a career-best 183 runs, leading India to a memorable victory over Pakistan. That day, Kohli not only helped India win over their arch-rivals but also unknowingly marked the end of an era with Tendulkar’s last ODI appearance.

Tendulkar, who announced his retirement from ODI cricket later in 2012, left behind an unparalleled legacy, including 18,426 runs and 49 centuries. His final ODI performance, a solid 52 against Pakistan, set the stage for Kohli’s heroics. Together, they wove a partnership that would be Tendulkar’s last in the blue jersey, a jersey that now, in a moment full of emotions and respect, finds a new home with Kohli.

As Kohli steps onto the field for the World Cup final, he does so not only carrying the hopes of a billion but also the legacy of the great Sachin Tendulkar.