IND vs ENG: Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy unveiled, the captain who wins the series will get Pataudi Medal
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced the unveiling of the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy. The board said that Pataudi's legacy will not be harmed. Pataudi Medal will be handed over to the captain of the team winning this series.
The five-match Test series to be played between India and England will now be played for the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy. Earlier this series was played for the Pataudi Trophy. On Thursday, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced the unveiling of the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy. The board said that Pataudi's legacy will not be harmed. The Pataudi medal will be handed over to the captain of the team that wins this series.
India-England Test series will be known as Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy
The Test series played between India and England will be named Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy. Earlier this series played between the two teams was known as the Padauti Trophy. The Test series between England and India was played for the Pataudi Trophy. It was named after Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi and his son Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi. In March, the ECB wrote to the Pataudi family that they wanted to retire the trophy. However, now it has been renamed as Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy.
Anderson-Sachin expressed happiness
On this occasion, James Anderson said- This is a proud moment for me and my family as this prestigious series is named after Sachin and me. The rivalry between our two countries has always been something special, full of history, intensity and unforgettable moments. At the same time, Sachin Tendulkar said- Test cricket for me is a symbol of life. You give your best and if things go wrong it gives you another day to regroup, think, forget and come back. It is the highest form of the game that teaches you endurance, discipline and adaptability despite all odds. I lay my foundation with Test cricket, as it has seen me grow from disappointments to victories, from aspirations to perfection.
India vs England Test Series Schedule
The Indian team is on a tour of England for a five-match Test series. The first Test of this series will be played in Leeds from June 20. At the same time, the second Test will be played in Birmingham from July 2. The third Test will be played at Lord's from July 10, while the fourth Test will be played in Manchester from July 23. The fifth Test will be played at the Oval in London from July 31.
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