Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka and his family greeted Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar following the match against Mumbai Indians (MI). The two teams clashed at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, April 27.

Goenka and members of his family were spotted chatting with Sachin Tendulkar at the stadium. He even hugged Sachin Tendulkar and his family members and were all smiles during his chat with the legend.

Sachin was spotted in MI colors as he has been linked with the franchise as a mentor for several years in the Indian Premier League (IPL).Sachin represented MI in six seasons of the IPL between 2008 and 2013. He appeared in 78 matches and scored 2334 runs at an average of 34.83 and a strike-rate of 119.81 with one century and 13 half-centuries under his belt.

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A special moment as Dr. Sanjiv Goenka and his family share a wholesome moment with Sachin Tendulkar 💙 pic.twitter.com/7vBz7FdqLF

— Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) April 28, 2025

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MI register fifth consecutive win in IPL 2025

Meanwhile, MI are looking unstoppable at the moment, posting their fifth win in a row of the season after defeating LSG by 54 runs at the Wankhede Stadium.They scored a humongous total of 215/7 batting first on the strength of half-centuries by Ryan Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav. Pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult then dominated with the ball, taking four and three wickets, respectively, as they bowled LSG out for a mere 161 runs ultimately.

Mumbai are on a roll as they went on to win their fifth successive match and earned a brilliant turnaround in the current season. Previously, they had lost four out of five of their opening games and were languishing at the lower rung of the table.But now they are among the top teams that can qualify for the playoffs with six victories and 12 points from 10 games. They will attempt to finish in the top two as they have four more games to play. Their next game is against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Thursday, May 1, at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.

Yuvraj Singh's father, Yograj Singh, has made a huge claim about Arjun Tendulkar's future. Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Yograj believes if his son, Yuvraj Singh, coached Arjun, then junior Tendulkar could be the next Chris Gayle. 

Unlike Sachin, Arjun prepares himself mainly as a bowling all-rounder. Being a child of a sports legend, Arjun had to handle a lot of pressure when he first stepped onto the field in the Mumbai Indians' blue and gold jersey in IPL 2023. 

The left-handed bowler and batter, now 25, so far his career trajectory is pretty underwhelming. He didn't prove his talent enough with Mumbai Indians and in the domestic circuit as well. In 5 matches for the Mumbai-based franchise, he took only 3 wickets and claimed 13 runs in one inning. 

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Keeping an eye on Arjun Tendulkar's career, Yograj Singh predicted the career path can be changed drastically if his son takes the charge. For example, Yograj said about Abhishek Sharma, who was scouted by Yuvraj. Taking one step further, Yograj even said that Arjun can be transformed from a bowler to the next Chris Gayle. 

"With regard to Arjun, I said, Focus less on his bowling and more on his batting. But if Yuvraj—he and Sachin are so close—takes Sachin's son under his wings for three months, I bet he will become the next Chris Gayle. Often it happens that a fast bowler, if he undergoes a stress fracture, cannot bowl as effectively. I think that Arjun should be handed over to Yuvraj for a while," Yograj Singh said in an interview.

Yograj Singh said about Abhishek Sharma's early days

Yograj revealed how Yuvi scouted Sharma from age group tournaments arranged by the Punjab Cricket Association. 

"When we asked about a list of Abhishek Sharma's performances from the PCA and the coaches,. Do you know what they said? Sir, he is a bowler. He bowls. Yuvi said, 'You just look at his performance records.' So, when we saw the record, Abhishek already had 24 hundreds. Yuvi said, 'Why are you giving wrong information? Why? This man has made 24 centuries'. This was six or seven years ago," Yograj informed. 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain and rising India cricketer Rajat Patidar has etched his name in the IPL record books by becoming the second-fastest Indian to reach 1,000 runs in the tournament. This milestone further establishes Patidar as a serious contender for a future spot in India’s T20 international squad, thanks to his consistency and aggressive stroke play.

With this feat, Rajat Patidar trails only Gujarat Titans’ Sai Sudharsan, who remains the quickest Indian to reach the 1,000-run milestone, having achieved the landmark in just 25 innings. Patidar, on the other hand, reached the same mark in 30 innings, making him the fastest within the RCB franchise and placing him second overall among Indian batters. The top four fastest Indians to reach 1,000 IPL runs by innings are now led by Sudharsan (25), followed by Patidar (30), with legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar and Chennai Super Kings' Ruturaj Gaikwad tied in third place, each achieving the milestone in 31 innings.

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1. Sai Sudharsan – 25 Innings

Gujarat Titans’ left-handed top-order batter has rapidly emerged as one of the most dependable young talents in the IPL. Sai Sudharsan’s calm demeanor at the crease and his ability to both steady the innings and shift gears when necessary have made him a crucial part of the lineup. Reaching 1,000 IPL runs in just 25 innings highlights his impressive maturity and adaptability. Known for his composed mindset and graceful shot-making, Sudharsan continues to earn praise for performing under pressure.

2. Rajat Patidar – 30 Innings

Climbing the ladder from domestic cricket to IPL prominence, Rajat Patidar has established himself as a key pillar in RCB’s batting order. Renowned for his elegant strokeplay and powerful hitting, Patidar reached the 1,000-run mark in just 30 innings—becoming the first Indian in IPL history to do so with an average over 35 and a strike rate above 150. His iconic century in the 2022 playoffs against LSG remains unforgettable for RCB fans. Now as captain, his batting anchors the team's campaign.

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3. Sachin Tendulkar – 31 Innings

A legend in every sense, Sachin Tendulkar’s name speaks for itself. Despite featuring in only six IPL seasons, his influence was undeniable. Representing Mumbai Indians, he reached the 1,000-run milestone in just 31 innings, showcasing his adaptability in the shortest format of the game. Tendulkar won the Orange Cap in 2010, leading by example with his signature elegance and timeless technique, proving that age is no barrier in T20 cricket.

4. Ruturaj Gaikwad – 31 Innings

The Chennai Super Kings opener is the epitome of timing and elegance. Gaikwad stormed onto the scene with match-winning performances and consistency at the top of the order. He was the Orange Cap winner in 2021, showcasing his ability to score big runs while maintaining a solid strike rate. Reaching 1,000 runs in 31 innings placed him among the most promising future stars of Indian cricket, and he continues to be a key part of CSK’s title ambitions.

Yo Yo Honey Singh had the crowd in Kolkata buzzing with excitement during the final stop of the ‘Millionaire Tour.’ While the night was filled with iconic beats, the Indian rapper paused between songs to talk about a personal passion—cricket. Speaking to the audience, Singh opened up about two cricketing legends who have deeply inspired him, turning the concert into a heartfelt celebration of music and sports. It was a moment that connected with many, as the words resonated with those who have cherished memories of the same heroes.

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Singh began by sharing a deep admiration for Sachin Tendulkar, who has always been an ultimate idol in cricket. “Mai sabse tagda fan agar cricket mai hua hu, toh woh Tendulkar Sir ka hua hu,” the rapper said with a warm smile, meaning the strongest fan in cricket has been of Tendulkar Sir. The nostalgia was palpable as the crowd cheered, many recalling their own moments of watching the ‘Master Blaster’ dominate the field. It was evident that Singh’s connection to Tendulkar ran deep, reflecting the emotions of countless fans who grew up idolizing the cricketing legend.

Samandar hai woh, Samandar 🔥🔥

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— ` (@WorshipDhoni) April 10, 2025

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Priyansh Arya has now made waves all around the country with his super performance during IPL 2025. At only 24, he became left-handed sensation who went a blistering century from the likes of Chennai Super Kings within just 39 deliveries. This century is now the second-quickest Indian hundred in the history of IPL, second only to Yusuf Pathan, who achieved his century in 37 deliveries way back in 2010. Arya's assault contained 7 fours and 9 sixes, scoring a total of 103 off 42 deliveries.

What adds to the greatness of Arya's performance is that this is his first season with the Indian Premier League. Coming up against one of the strongest teams in IPL history, he was mature, confident, and big-hitting. Punjab Kings had to battle hard to acquire him at the IPL 2025 mega auction, beating Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Mumbai Indians, eventually signing him for ₹3.80 crore.

Former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu was so impressed that he compared Priyansh Arya to none other than the all-time great Sachin Tendulkar. While such comparisons are rare and have a lot of meaning, what Sidhu said is an indication of just how much Arya can do.
Followers and pundits now have their eyes on this talented youngster, who could become one of the faces of Indian cricket in the future.

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Arya's blistering innings not only improved his personal record but helped Punjab Kings obtain a significant gain in the contest. His free-stroke aggression in pressure play was one aspect that contributed considerably to the solid team total faced against a potent bowling attack. With his speed to speed up the game and his cool handling of sticky situations, Arya is gaining prominence among the league's top guns. If this keeps up, he may even be on the radar for a national team call-up very soon. Until then, IPL viewers are enjoying each step of his ascent, and the world of cricket

Sachin Tendulkar's daughter, Sara Tendulkar, has hit the headlines after buying out the Mumbai franchise for the Global e-Cricket Premier League (GEPL). The development is a major milestone in the evolution of esports and cricket in the digital space, yet again merging traditional sport with the rapidly growing domain of competitive gaming.

Encouraged by its first season's success, GEPL Season 2 will boast innovative team types and richer competition dynamics. Team members will participate on Real Cricket 24 with its deep play and authentic balling. All of this would build towards the grand finale during May 2025 in the highest level of digital sports viewing.

Twitter reacts to Sara Tendulkar's entry in GEPL

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Cricket and esports fans have inundated social media with responses, with many looking forward to her participation and others making light-hearted comparisons.

📢 Big News! 🚀

Sara Tendulkar has officially entered the world of e-sports! 🎮🏏

She has acquired the Mumbai Franchise in the Global e-Cricket Premier League (GEPL). 🔥#SaraTendulkar #GEPL #eCricket #MumbaiFranchise #CricketMeetsEsports #Gaming #CricketFans #SportsTech pic.twitter.com/33ZBDhnV2U

— IPL Insider (@InsiderIpl) April 2, 2025

🏏#SaraTendulkar, daughter of legendary Sachin Tendulkar, has bought the Mumbai franchise in the #GlobalECricketPremierLeague season 2.

📱More details about the world’s largest e-cricket and entertainment league: https://t.co/lb30KICcjx pic.twitter.com/wxHlbSjR85

— Mint (@livemint) April 2, 2025

🚨 Sara Tendulkar becomes a franchise owner! 🚨 Sachin Tendulkar’s daughter has bought the Mumbai franchise in the GEPL Season 2! 🎮🏏 Get ready for an exciting season with intense competition and strategic gameplay! 🔥💥#GEPL #SaraTendulkar #CricketEsports #MumbaiTeam pic.twitter.com/iEaMiEaBby

— cricketwebs (@cricketwebs_com) April 2, 2025

Sara Tendulkar begins a new journey. Team owner of Mumbai in GEPL pic.twitter.com/6MexQkG1rC

— MOVIES WWE CRICKET NBA (@FilmWWECrickNBA) April 2, 2025

Sachin Tendulkar's daughter Sara joins Nikhil Kamath, 'Shark' Peyush Bansal in a cricket premier leaguehttps://t.co/HmTS006Gfv

— Economic Times (@EconomicTimes) April 2, 2025

Sara Tendulkar joins Jetsynthesys' Global E-Cricket Premier League as Mumbai franchise owner for S2. GEPL the world's largest e-cricket and entertainment league. pic.twitter.com/0dWjvV9K15

— Satish Mishra 🇮🇳 (@SATISHMISH78) April 2, 2025

Sachin Tendulkar's daughter #SaraTendulkar has become the Mumbai franchise owner of the #GlobaleCricketPremierLeague (GEPL) for its highly anticipated Season 2https://t.co/mwNusOgRmK

— ETV Bharat (@ETVBharatEng) April 2, 2025

"Wow, that's exciting news! Sara Tendulkar stepping up as a team owner for JetSynthesys in the GEPL is a big move. Looking forward to seeing how this shakes up the esports scene!"

— A̾𝕾𝖎𝖓𝖌𝖍🕊️ (@jija001_) April 2, 2025

Sara Tendulkar stepping into franchise ownership is exciting news. 🥶

— 𝐳𝐨𝐫𝐞 🌙 (@ZoreOffl) April 2, 2025

Interesting! What role will Sara Tendulkar play as the team owner? Looking forward to seeing Mumbai dominate in GEPL Season 2!

— IPL Memes (@Ajay_Sharma_04) April 2, 2025

Sara Tendulkar joins GEPL as Mumbai franchise owner! Exciting times ahead for Season 2. 🏏🔥

— Bhullur Sonkar🏏 (@bhullur_sonkar) April 2, 2025

सारा तेंडुलकर हिने मुंबई फ्रँचायझी खरेदी केली आहे. #SaraTendulkar #GEPLhttps://t.co/q1rqpp8mLn

— SakalSports (@SakalSports) April 2, 2025

Wow, Sara Tendulkar stepping up as Mumbai's team owner in GEPL Season 2—big move for esports

— JHALAK (@_Jhalak_1) April 2, 2025

🚨 SARA TENDULKAR - TEAM OWNER OF MUMBAI TEAM IN JET SYNTHESYS' GEPL SEASON 2. pic.twitter.com/r8n7GQdO5n

— Nick. (@CricWithNick) April 2, 2025

GEPL- "Gokuldham e Premier League"

— Slog Hits (@SloggHits) April 2, 2025

🚨 Sara TENDULKAR 🥵 to GEPL? Big move loading! 👀🔥

— SKY FORCE (@skyforce_hr) April 2, 2025

In a groundbreaking development, the Global E-Cricket Premier League (GEPL) has hired Sara Tendulkar, the daughter of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, as the owner of the Mumbai franchise for Season 2. Her hiring is an indication of the abundant growth opportunities that E-Cricket offers and the goal of the league to incorporate renowned sports figures and business magnates into its framework.

A New Chapter for Mumbai Franchise

Sara Tendulkar is likely to add vision and extraordinary leadership to the Mumbai franchise and further enhance the popularity of her team in GEPL. As the daughter of a cricketing legend, she has strong ties to the sport and, as someone who is keen on pursuing a career in sports management, adds tremendous value to the league. The fanfare surrounding Tendulkar’s hiring further reflects the convictions of supporters that her leadership will fundamentally transform the team’s performance for the better.

🚨 SARA TENDULKAR TO GEPL 🚨

Global E-Cricket Premier League has announced Sara Tendulkar will be the Owner of Mumbai franchise for Season 2. 🏏 pic.twitter.com/TgoZ7ZU4v1

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 2, 2025

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GEPL’S Increasing Power in E-Cricket

The Global E-Cricket Premier League has been witnessing an ever-increasing following since its inception. The hiring of prominent personalities such as Sara Tendulkar, underpins the commitment of GEPL to bolster its target position as the leading digital premier cricket league. This decision is likely to increase popularity, sponsorship, and overall interaction, and make Season 2 a Centerpiece of E-Cricket excitement.

Additionally, the second season of the GEPL will bring a few new features.  In addition to the team formats, the league dynamics will be further expanded, and Real Cricket 24 will fuel the innovative action.  Top teams will compete for the coveted title of "e-Cricket Icon" on the international stage at the Ace Tournament summit showdown, which is set for May 2025.

Young wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan has shared his top 5 opening batsmen whom he would like to partner with the opening stand in the IPL. These are some of the cricket's all-time greats, and Ishan has huge admiration for all of them.

1. Virender Sehwag: With his aggressive batting style, Sehwag's bold attitude would make him a thrilling opening partner. Ishan likes Sehwag's capability to attack bowlers from the beginning.

2. Sachin Tendulkar: The "Master Blaster" is arguably the greatest cricketer of all time.Ishan would love to start with Sachin, watching his style and the calmness he possesses in the game.

Ishan Kishan's Top 5 Openers in IPL, He would love to Open with:

- Virendra Sehwag.
- Sachin Tendulkar.
- Rohit Sharma.
- Shubman Gill.
- Abhishek Sharma. pic.twitter.com/H3pu0e0nb7

— Sports Culture (@SportsCulture24) March 26, 2025

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3. Rohit Sharma: Being one of the most successful captains and openers in the history of IPL, Rohit Sharma is a player Ishan looks up to. His pairing with Ishan would be a great combination of experience and youth.

4. Shubman Gill: Young and gifted as an opener, Shubman Gill's cool and aggressive temperament would be an ideal partner for Ishan in the top order.

5. Abhishek Sharma: With loads of potential and a talented young player, Abhishek Sharma's attacking approach would balance Ishan's game and prove to be a superb opening duo.

These 5 openers are all geniuses and would bring their special kind of playing style to the IPL For Ishan Kish

Bill Gates & Sachin Tendulkar Meet Up for India's Future.

The Sachin Tendulkar Foundation and the Gates Foundation have collaborated to improve the lives of Indian children. They are operating in four key areas, i.e., Healthcare, Nutrition, Education, and Rural Development. The objective of this partnership is to provide poor children with improved opportunities, and a healthier and brighter future for the country.

Enhancing Healthcare
Medical care is still one of the largest issues in India. A majority of children and families, particularly those in rural regions, lack proper medical care. This collaboration will collaborate towards improved healthcare facilities, immunization, and prevention of diseases. With the help of hospitals and clinics, the project will provide more children with timely and appropriate care.

BILL GATES × SACHIN TENDULKAR...!!!

- Gates Foundation & Sachin Tendulkar Foundation partnership aims to address the HealthCare, Nutrition, Education & Rural Development with focus on Children, the future of India. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/U8h7tMCYQn

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) March 25, 2025

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Combatting Malnutrition
Malnutrition is common among millions of children in India and leads to serious health problems. The Gates Foundation and Sachin Tendulkar Foundation will help improve nutrition programs, providing healthy food, and spreading proper diet and hygiene awareness. This program will reduce malnutrition and enable children to grow up healthy and strong.

Improving Education

Education is the future. The majority of the children in India lack quality education since they are poor and lack resources. The project will focus on school building, improved teaching, and learning materials. Through digital education and scholarships, the alliance will empower more children to achieve their dreams. Rural Areas Development Rural development is required for overall development. Rural areas lack basic facilities like clean water, sanitation, and schools. The coalition will invest in the development of better roads, sanitation facilities, and self-employment schemes. All this will result in better rural communities and sustainable development.

Since the inception of Google Trends in 2004, only two cricketers have topped searches in worldwide Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. Their massive popularity is a sign of their contribution to the sport and affection from fans across the globe.

Sachin Tendulkar was the top searched cricketer between 2004 and 2013. He is known as the God of Cricket, was reserved for his brilliant batting, records unbeatable, and a sportsman's attitude. He was the first to score 100 international centuries and played a significant role in India's victory in the 2011 World Cup, which became history. The largest run-scorer in both Test and ODI cricket, he influenced millions. Even after retirement in 2013, his legacy remains, and he is counted among the most reservered ones in the game.

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It was in 2014 that Virat Kohli became the most searched cricketer and has remained so since then. His attacking attitude, unparalleled consistency, and leadership skills have established him as an international cricketing icon. With more than 25,000 runs in international cricket, Kohli has guided India to big wins and is a much-loved fan favorite. Off the pitch, his huge social media following and fitness dedication have earned him one of the world's most influential sports personalities.

The transition from Tendulkar to Kohli is a change of generation in the popularity of cricket. Tendulkar dominated the searches for ten years, and now Kohli has continued that legacy for more than a decade. As cricket keeps changing, the big question still lingers. Will another player emerge to take over Kohli in worldwide searches? Only time will tell, but for the time being, he is the face of contemporary cricket.