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Cricket is filled with fans’ love and passion for the game. Some of the most historic moments happen at crossroads cheered and cheered by millions of cricket fans around the world. For Indian cricket, fans are at the heart of the game. For many years one of the country’s most iconic venues Wankhede Stadium Gave cricket fans memories that will last a lifetime. Now, as the stadium celebrates its 50th anniversary, fans are recreating timeless memories from the past Sachin Tendulkar-The greatest hitter in the history of the game.
‘Sachin..Sachin’ chants take over Wankhede Stadium
There is no doubt that Sachin is one of, if not the greatest players in the history of international cricket. His batting record and performance on the field are historic in their own right. Fans adore the former Indian cricketer and many regard him as god of cricket. Whenever Sachin is on the field, the most exciting moment is when the fans in the stadium shout his name loudly and support him wholeheartedly.
Something similar happened almost 13 years after he retired from all forms of cricket. The crowd started chanting during the Golden Jubilee celebrations at Wankhede Stadium “Sachin..Sachin” As soon as the legendary cricketer stepped onto the stage, it was in familiar fashion.
Sachin arrived to celebrate the golden jubilee celebrations at the Wankhede Stadium, which has not only witnessed many historical moments of Indian cricket but is also the home of Indian cricket. mumbai indians– The former IPL team that Sachin played for between 2008 and 2013.
Former India players and others also joined Sachin’s bandwagon Ravi Shastrilegendary batsman Sunil Gavaskarindian captain Rohit Sharma and many other local players.
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Sachin Sachin chants at Wankhede during 50th anniversary celebrations of Wankhede Stadium 💙🔥🔥#Wankhede50pic.twitter.com/X85Sf2YINf
—𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) January 19, 2025
Wankhede Stadium turns 50: A look back at the roots of the iconic stadium
The Wankhede Stadium, located in Mumbai, is one of the most iconic venues in Indian cricket. Its history can be traced back to the 1970s and originated from a Cricket Club of India (CCI) and Mumbai Cricket Association (BCA). The BCA built the 45,000-capacity stadium just a mile from the CCI’s Brabourne Stadium, which has previously hosted 17 Test matches. Wankhede dominated West Indies in first Test of 1974-75 India.
India tasted victory for the first time at this stadium in 1976 against New ZealandOver the years, it has been the site of many memorable games and historic moments. Gavaskar 205 vs West Indies Alvin KallicharanThe 187 knocks in the 1978-79 series are etched in its history, and Ian BothamAn all-round performance in the 1980 Jubilee Test, which England won. Vinod Kambli The record holder for the highest score by an Indian in the Wankhede is 224 against England in 1992-93. Shastri also made headlines in the 1984-85 season when he hit six sixes in a quick double century to set a first-class record.
The Wankhede’s seaside location provides swing bowlers with an early advantage, particularly in the morning and in the sea-breeze final session, although this effect has been somewhat diminished following the refurbishment of the stands ahead of the 2011 World Cup. The Wankhede’s pitches have traditionally been conducive to run-scoring, but the clay provided some help to the spinners in the latter stages of the Test match.
Stands are named after cricket legends such as vijay businessmanGavaskar and Sachin, the Wankhede Stadium remains a core part of Mumbai cricket and the venue for some of the game’s greatest performances.
