201 international wickets, one favorite: Sachin Tendulkar’s pick will surprise you | Cricket News – Times of India

Sachin Tendulkar (BCCI Photo)

NEW DELHI: Sachin Tendulkar is well known as one of the best batters in cricket historical past, however his bowling stays an typically-ignored half of his recreation. Though by no means a frontline bowler, Tendulkar’s versatility made him a beneficial half-time possibility. He may bowl medium tempo, off-spin, and leg-spin, typically stepping in to interrupt cussed partnerships or give the primary bowlers a breather.In Tests, Tendulkar claimed 46 wickets throughout 200 matches. While his bowling function was restricted, he nonetheless produced memorable spells, with finest figures of 3/10.

During a Reddit Ask Me Anything (AMA) session, a fan requested him: “Hi Sachin, what’s the favorite wicket that you’ve ever taken (while bowling)?” Tendulkar’s reply was quick and telling: “Moin Khan… last ball of the day.”The wicket got here within the 2004 Multan Test, remembered primarily for Virender Sehwag’s historic 309, which made him the primary Indian to attain a triple century in Tests and earned him the nickname “Multan ka Sultan.” The recreation can be etched in reminiscence for Rahul Dravid’s declaration when Tendulkar was unbeaten on 194 — although that’s one other story.After India piled up 675/5, Pakistan’s resistance rested on Abdul Razzaq and Moin Khan, with the hosts 5 down. Tendulkar was handed the ultimate over of Day 3.

Employing intelligent techniques, he intentionally pushed fielders again to permit Razzaq a single, making certain the nervous Moin Khan would face the strike. What adopted was pure genius. Tendulkar bowled a misleading googly that slipped by Moin’s protection and crashed into the stumps.A surprised Moin walked again as India capped the day completely. The guests ultimately gained the Test by an innings and 52 runs, however for Tendulkar, that single dismissal stays one of his most cherished bowling moments.