How should non-cricket fans think of Sachin Tendulkar?

At the outset, let me let you in on a cultural aspect of India. In a country that is diverse on so many levels - Language, Religion, Food - there are two mainstays that "unite" the nation. Films and. Sachin Tendulkar. read more

Sachin Tendulkar plays cricket. At least that is a global sport. There are a lot of Indians, so he has a huge fan base. If you know nothing about a sport it is fair to say Sachin Tendulkar is the best Cricketer ever. Ditto with Wayne Gretsky and Michael Jordan for Ice Hockey and Basketball (I think) respectively. read more

Dubai: Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar has thrown his weight behind the ICC Women's World Cup 2017, saying one who doesn't watch the women's game is not a true cricket fan. "I guess he is not a cricket fan," Tendulkar said, when asked what he would say to a cricket fan who wouldn't consider going to a women's game. read more

No, he should be 'Arjun', Tendulkar says there should be no comparison - For millions of cricket fans the name Tendulkar is synonymous with the game. read more