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“Ex-Pakistan Player Basit Ali Reveals Team’s Fear of Sachin Tendulkar and Wasim Akram’s Strategy”

Insights from Former Pakistan Batter Basit Ali

The India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is among the fiercest in sports history, known for its intense matches and legendary performances. Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali recently shared intriguing details about the dynamics within the Pakistan dressing room during their encounters with India. In a candid revelation on his YouTube channel, Ali admitted that the Pakistan team was particularly wary of Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar.

Wasim Akram’s Strategy

Ali recalled that during team meetings, Pakistan captain Wasim Akram emphasized the importance of dismissing Tendulkar early. “He (Tendulkar) was a top-order batter, and I was a middle-order batter, so we used to see his batting. In our team meetings, our captain Wasim Akram used to say, ‘dismiss Sachin and we’ll win the match’,” Ali recounted.

Fear of Tendulkar

Ali further revealed that despite the presence of other great Indian players like Mohammad Azharuddin, the team was primarily concerned with Tendulkar. “As soon as Sachin got out, Pakistan used to win the match. Even though the great Azharuddin was there, we were not scared of Azharuddin, but definitely scared of Sachin Tendulkar,” he added.

Tendulkar’s Stellar Record

Sachin Tendulkar, often referred to as the ‘Master Blaster,’ holds an unparalleled record in cricket. He leads the ODI run-scoring charts in India-Pakistan matches with 2526 runs in 67 innings. In Test cricket, he scored 1057 runs against Pakistan, averaging over 42. Tendulkar’s ability to dominate any bowling attack made him a crucial wicket for any opponent.

A Legendary Career

Tendulkar’s career spanned from 1989 to 2013, during which he captivated the cricketing world with his extraordinary skills. Making his Test debut at just 16, Tendulkar amassed 34,357 runs in 664 international appearances, with an average of 48.52. He holds the record for the most centuries (100) and half-centuries (164) in international cricket, being the only player to score a century of centuries.

Conclusion

Basit Ali’s admission underscores the profound respect and fear Sachin Tendulkar commanded among his rivals. His consistent performances and ability to change the course of a match made him a key target for opponents like Pakistan, highlighting the intense pressure and strategic planning involved in cricket’s most storied rivalry.

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