Cricket is all about the love and passion the game receives from its fans. Some of the most historic moments come at the intersection of the roar and cheers of millions of cricket fans around the world. When it comes to Indian cricket, the fans are the backbone of the game. One of the country’s most iconic foundations over the years Wankhede Stadium gave cricket fans memories they carry with them for life. Now, as the stadium completes 50 years, fans have relived the evergreen memory of the past. Sachin Tendulkar-the biggest hit in the history of the game.
Chants of ‘Sachin.. Sachin’ take over the Wankhede Stadium
Sachin has undoubtedly been one of the greatest players of all time in international cricket. His batting records and fielding were historic in their own right. His fans adore the former Indian cricketer and many exalt him as an athlete The god of cricket. The most exciting moments when Sachin was on the field came when the crowd chanted his name and cheered him wholeheartedly.
Something similar happened almost 13 years after he retired from all forms of cricket. The crowd broke into chants during the Wankhede Stadium’s golden jubilee celebrations. “Hair.. Hair” in familiar fashion as the legendary cricketer took to the stage.
Apart from witnessing a number of historic moments in Indian cricket, Sachin also attended the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Wankhede Stadium, the home of the national team. Mumbai Indians– Former IPL franchise where Sachin played from 2008-2013.
A former Indian football player also joined Sachin Ravi Shastrilegendary batter Sunil GavaskarIndian captain Rohit Sharma and many other local players.
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Here is the video
Sachin Sachin sings at Wankhede during Wankhede stadium’s 50th anniversary 💙🔥🔥#Wankhede50pic.twitter.com/X85Sf2YINf
— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) January 19, 2025
Wankhede Stadium turns 50: A look back at the iconic ground’s roots
The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is one of the most popular venues in Indian cricket. Its history dates back to the 1970s, stemming from a dispute between the two Cricket Club of India (CCI) and Bombay Cricket Association (BCA). The BCA built the 45,000-capacity stadium a mile away from CCI’s Brabourne Stadium, which had hosted 17 test matches until then. The first Test at the Wankhede in the 1974–75 season saw the West Indies dominate India.
The stadium got India’s first taste of victory in 1976 New Zealandand has become the site of many memorable shots and historic moments over the years. Gavaskar’s 205 v West Indies and Alvin Kallicharan‘s 187 knocks in the 1978-79 series are etched in his history as well Ian BothamHis all-round performance in the 1980 Jubilee Test, which England won. Vinod Kambli He holds the record for the highest score by an Indian at the Wankhede with 224 runs against England in 1992-93. Shastri also made headlines in 1984-85 by hitting a first-class record of six sixes during his quick double century.
Wankhede’s seaside location gave swing bowlers an early advantage, particularly in the mornings and in the final sessions when there was a sea breeze, although this effect diminished after the stands were renovated ahead of the 2011 World Cup. Traditionally, the pitch at Wankhede has been run-friendly, but the red ground offers some help to the spinners in the latter stages of a Test match.
with stands named after cricket legends like Vijay MerchantGavaskar and Sachin, the Wankhede Stadium remains a central part of Mumbai’s cricket identity and a venue for some of the sport’s greatest spectacles.
