Sachin Tendulkar To Unveil ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 As Its Global Ambassador

NEW DELHI: In a momentous occasion for cricket enthusiasts worldwide, Sachin Tendulkar, widely regarded as the greatest batter in cricket history, is all set to grace the opening ceremony of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. This prestigious event will take place at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, right before the clash between England and New Zealand, marking the beginning of a thrilling tournament.

Tendulkar, a cricketing legend who has represented India in six editions of the Cricket World Cup, achieved the pinnacle of his career by lifting the coveted trophy in the 2011 edition as part of the MS Dhoni-led Indian team. His unparalleled contribution to the sport has earned him the distinguished title of the global ambassador for the 2023 edition, hosted in cricket-crazy India.

Expressing his excitement, Tendulkar shared his hopes for the tournament, emphasizing its potential to inspire the youth to pursue cricket at its highest level. He stated, "From being a ball boy in 1987 to representing the country in six editions, World Cups have always held a special place in my heart. Winning the World Cup in 2011 is the proudest moment of my cricketing journey,"

"With so many special teams and players set to compete hard in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 here in India, I am excitedly looking forward to this fantastic tournament. Marquee events like the World Cup seed dreams in young minds, I hope this edition too inspires young girls and boys to pick up sports and represent their countries at the highest level." Tendulkar added.

The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 promises to be a spectacular showdown, with a lineup of cricket legends joining Tendulkar as ambassadors for the event. Notable figures such as Sir Vivian Richards, England's World Cup-winning captain Eoin Morgan, the versatile AB de Villiers, former India women's captain Mithali Raj, Aaron Finch, Mohammad Hafeez, spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan, the ever-reliable Suresh Raina, and former New Zealand batter Ross Taylor will be in attendance.

Claire Furlong, ICC's General Manager for Marketing & Communications, expressed her delight at having Tendulkar as the Global Ambassador for this momentous occasion. She remarked, "It’s a real honour to have Sachin as our Global Ambassador as we celebrate the one-day game and get set for what we know is going to be the biggest Men’s Cricket World Cup ever. He is joined by nine fellow legends of the game who will bring the fans closer to the action, and we can’t wait for it all to begin."

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