Sachin Tendulkar is the name that everyone knows in the world. Cricket has seen some of the most iconic faces in the world, from the likes of Don Bradman, Brain Lara, Ricky Ponting, Steve Waugh, Jacques Kallis, Wasim Akram, Javed Miandad, and many more. But one name that stands out and will remain at the top is the “Master Blaster” and the Indian legend, Sachin Tendulkar. All these icons will be seen in the Road Safety World Series 2022.
Sachin was arguably the best all-format player that the world has witnessed till date. And the stats suggest that there is no one who can come close to him in terms of many cricket records. But the “Master Blaster” announced his retirement from international cricket on November 16, 2013. During his incredible 23-year career, he gave many memories to his fans.
It is not just in India; in fact, cricket lovers around the world have missed him since his retirement. But there is good news for his fans. And it is that he is making his return to the game of cricket. All the fans can soon see him playing their favorite game.
Road Safety World Series 2022: Sachin Tendulkar to lead the Indian Legends in the second edition
Sachin will be seen in the upcoming second edition of the Road Safety World Series 2022. He will lead the Indian Legends team in the competition. The organizers of the tournament confirmed the news on Thursday. Notably, Indian Legends were the winners of the first season and will enter the tournament as the defending champions.
So it’s fantastic news for fans that they’ll be able to see their idol play very soon. The tournament will start on Saturday, September 10 in Kanpur. On the other hand, both the semi-finals and the final match will be hosted in Raipur. The final match of the tournament will take place on Saturday, October 1.
Dehradun and Indore are the other two venues which will host the matches of the season. The presence of the legends of the games makes this tournament iconic. Former cricketers from across the globe will take part in this competition. However, New Zealand legends will make their first appearance this season after missing out on the first edition.
They will join the legends from India, England, Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. The main aim of this tournament is to promote road safety among the public. That is why the Road Safety World Series is promoted by the Ministry of Information and Technology, Youth Affairs and Sports and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways of the Government of India.
Who won the first edition of the Road Safety World Series?
The Indian Legends won the first edition of the Road Safety World Series in 2021.
When will the Road Safety World Series 2022 start?
The tournament will start on Saturday, September 10 in Kanpur. The final match of the tournament will take place on Saturday, October 1.
How many teams will play in the Road Safety World Series 2022?
Eight Teams will play in the competition. The teams are from India, Sri Lanka, West Indies, England, Australia, South Africa, Bangladesh and New Zealand.