On International Women’s Day, cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar celebrated the achievements of women in various spheres, including cricket. Reflecting on India’s Test victory against England in 2008,
Sachin shared a heartwarming moment from that match where he embraced the emotions with a female ground staff member, symbolizing the nation’s resilience post the 26/11 attacks.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Sachin recalled the significance of the victory amidst a challenging time for the nation and highlighted the role played by a female ground staff member in sharing that emotional moment.
Additionally, Sachin commended Jacintha Kalyan, who recently made history as India’s first female pitch curator.
With over 30 years of experience with the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), Jacintha curated pitches during the WPL 2024 first leg in Bengaluru. Sachin emphasized the importance of celebrating trailblazers like Jacintha who break barriers and inspire future generations.
As Sachin urged for recognition and encouragement for such role models on International Women’s Day, he underscored the significance of their contributions across diverse fields.
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