The West Stand at the popular Sharjah Cricket Stadium has been renamed after the cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, “Sachin Tendulkar Stand”. The renaming ceremony was the special one because it marked the 50th birth anniversary of the cricketer as well as 25th anniversary of the two consecutive centuries he scored against Australia 1998 in a packed stadium
Reacting to it, Sachin Tendulkar said in a message, “I wish I was there but unfortunately I had prior commitments. Playing in Sharjah has always been a magnificent experience.”
“From the electrifying atmosphere to the love, affection and support, Sharjah has been a special venue for Indian cricket fans and lovers of the game from around the globe. It’s given us so many special moments. A big thank you to Mr Bukhatir and his team for this kind gesture on the 25th anniversary of the Desert Storm match and my 50th birthday. Feels like the greatest 6 of them all!”
