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Sachin Tendulkar Mentors Mumbai Team Ahead of Crucial Ranji Trophy Quarterfinal

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar conducted a special session with the Mumbai team, sharing insights on handling pressure ahead of their Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Karnataka. The Mumbai squad has been strengthened by the return of top batter Yashasvi Jaiswal and features experienced players like Shardul Thakur. Mumbai entered the knockouts by topping their group, while Karnataka secured a dramatic last-match victory to qualify. The most successful team in the tournament's history, Mumbai will look to leverage Tendulkar's mentorship in their quest for a 43rd title.

Key Points: Sachin Tendulkar Guides Mumbai Players Before Ranji Quarterfinal

  • Tendulkar shared big-game mindset tips
  • Mumbai topped group to reach quarterfinals
  • Team boosted by Yashasvi Jaiswal's return
  • Karnataka qualified with dramatic win
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Sachin Tendulkar guides Mumbai players ahead of Ranji Trophy quarterfinal vs Karnataka

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar shares pressure-management tips with Mumbai's Ranji squad ahead of their knockout clash against Karnataka.

"Sachin can be seen answering every player's question and also giving them tips - Mumbai Cricket Association"

Mumbai, Feb 4

India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar has shared his insights on managing big-game pressure and maintaining a winning mindset with the Mumbai players at MCA BKC Ground on Wednesday, ahead of the team's Ranji Trophy quarterfinal match against Karnataka, which will be played from February 6.

In a video shared by the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Facebook, former captain Sachin can be seen answering every player's question and also giving them tips to play a particular ball with the help of the bat.

Sachin Tendulkar has played 38 Ranji games for Mumbai and scored 4,281 runs at an average of 87.3, with 18 centuries and 19 half-centuries. His best season came in 1994, when he played seven innings and scored five centuries, including twin hundreds in the final against Punjab at the Wankhede Stadium. In 1999-00, Tendulkar registered his highest Ranji Trophy score of an unbeaten 233 against Tamil Nadu at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk.

Tendulkar previously interacted with India's U19 team ahead of their fixture against Pakistan in the ongoing U19 World Cup. Tendulkar motivated the young stars and guided them to attain victory from tough situations.

The day after, the Indian team crushed Pakistan's side by 58 runs and secured their place in the semi-finals.

Mumbai's team has been strengthened just before the match, as their top batter, Yashasvi Jaiswal, has joined the team for the quarterfinals. The team also has experienced players like Shardul Thakur and Ajinkya Rahane.

Mumbai stormed into the quarterfinals of the tournament after topping Elite Group C, whereas Karnataka made it to the knockouts with a dramatic win against Punjab in its last group league fixture.

Mumbai is the most successful team in the Ranji Trophy's history with 42 titles to its name, while Karnataka has won eight trophies.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Those Ranji stats are just unreal. An average of 87.3? Absolute legend. It's wonderful that he continues to give back to domestic cricket. This is why Mumbai keeps producing champions.
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Priya S
Great to see Yashasvi is back! With him, Rahane, Shardul, and now Sachin's guidance, Mumbai looks very strong. But Karnataka is a tough opponent, they can't be complacent. Should be a cracking quarterfinal.
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Rohit P
Respectfully, while having a legend motivate is great, the players need to focus on execution now. Karnataka beat Punjab in a thriller, they are in a fighting mood. Mumbai must translate this talk into runs and wickets on the field.
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Vikram M
God of Cricket taking time for Ranji Trophy... this is what true love for the game looks like. Hope the players realize how lucky they are. 42 titles vs 8, history is on Mumbai's side! 💪
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Karthik V
His session with the U19 boys worked wonders against Pakistan. Now hoping for the same Midas touch for Mumbai. The timing is perfect, just before a big knockout. Let's go, Mumbai!

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