Sachin Tendulkar Slammed As India Legend's Stature Degraded: 'Sunil Gavaskar Poore Hindustan Ko Hila Dega'

Sachin Tendulkar Slammed As India Legend's Stature Degraded: 'Sunil Gavaskar Poore Hindustan Ko Hila Dega'

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Last Updated: August 16, 2025, 12:44 IST

Karsan Ghavri says by renaming India-England Test series to Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, Tiger Pataudi's name has been degraded.

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Sunil Gavaskar (left) had also objected to the renaming of the trophy. (Agencies)

The criticism over the renaming of India-England Test series continues with former pacer Karsan Ghavri slamming the administrators for removing legendary captain Tiger Pataudi’s name from the trophy. The winner of the Test series between the two teams in England was traditionally presented with Pataudi Trophy. However, it was rechristened to Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy earlier this year resulting in backlash.

Ghavri has challenged to rename the Border-Gavaskar Trophy – played for the Test series between India and Australia – and then brace for the reaction from the legendary Sunil Gavaskar.

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“That is very wrong. Number one, Pataudi Trophy has been going on for a long time. The Australia-West Indies series has always been called Frank Worrell Trophy. India-Australia Test series has always been called the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Try changing the name of that and see what Gavaskar does. Wo poora Hindustan ko hila ke rakh dega (Gavaskar would’ve shaken the whole country). The BCCI should’ve put its foot down with the MCC and the ECB. Tiger’s name should not be removed from the trophy," said Ghavri on Vicky Lalwani’s YouTube channel.

Ghavri also questioned why Sachin Tendulkar permitted his name to be used for the silverware. “In the same context, when it came to Sachin Tendulkar, that this trophy’s name is going to be changed, and this trophy would be named after you and Anderson, Sachin should’ve said no," he said.

What Tendulkar Said on Renaming

While acknowledging that it wasn’t in his power to ensure that Pataudi Trophy wasn’t retired, Tendulkar did reveal he spoke to the administrators that the legacy should continue in some manner.

“…I was determined to ensure that the (Pataudi) legacy was kept intact," Tendulkar told Revsportz. “When I got to know, I called the (Pataudi) family and had a conversation. Thereafter, I spoke to Mr. Jay Shah (ICC chairman), the BCCI and the ECB, and mentioned to them that something had to be done to ensure the legacy stayed on."

“They heard my point of view, and thereafter we got on a second call where it was decided that the Pataudi name will be associated with the series, and the winning captain will be awarded the Pataudi Medal of Excellence. I have always respected my seniors, and did everything in my power to make sure that the Pataudi legacy continues to be associated with this series," he added.

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Ghavri though says Tendulkar could have done more to ensure the trophy was not discontinued. “Objection is different. In the first place, he (Tendulkar) should’ve put his foot down and should’ve said ‘Don’t use my name because Tiger Pataudi’s name is already there. He’s one of our legends. If you want to give medals, use our name and hand it to the winning team. Trophy’s name should’ve remained the same’," he said.

“BCCI is everything. First of all, this question should’ve never been raised. You’re degrading somebody of a great stature," he added.

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First Published: August 16, 2025, 12:44 IST

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