Master Blaster Fever: Sachin Tendulkar’s Presence Sparks Excitement as India Masters Face South Africa Masters Today
Vadodara, March 1 – Cricket enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting today’s thrilling encounter between India Masters and South Africa Masters in the International Masters League (IML) at the Kotambi International Stadium in Vadodara. The stadium is expected to be packed as fans gather to witness the return of Sachin Tendulkar, who is set to make an appearance in Vadodara after 15 years.
With the presence of legendary cricketers, the demand for tickets has surged. The ₹1,500, ₹5,000, and ₹7,000 tickets have been completely sold out, and over 15,000 tickets have already been purchased. Now, only ₹300 and ₹500 tickets remain available for cricket fans.
Full House Expected at Kotambi Stadium
The online ticket sales for today’s match have seen a significant surge, with most premium tickets already sold. Given the overwhelming response, today’s crowd is expected to be much larger than yesterday’s Sri Lanka Masters vs. Australia Masters match, where attendance was relatively lower.
Pathan Brothers Set to Shine on Home Turf
Adding to the excitement, Vadodara’s very own Pathan brothers, Irfan and Yusuf Pathan, will be seen in action. With their homecoming, fans are eagerly looking forward to witnessing their performance on their home ground.
IML at Kotambi Stadium: Six Matches, Five More to Go
The International Masters League began on February 22 in Mumbai and has now shifted to Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium, where six matches are scheduled. Yesterday’s opening match at the venue saw Sri Lanka Masters defeat Australia Masters by three wickets. The upcoming matches will feature top cricketing nations, including England, Australia, and West Indies.
60 Cricketing Legends Participating in IML
This league boasts the presence of 60 legendary cricketers, including Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh, Yusuf Pathan, Irfan Pathan, Kumar Sangakkara, Brian Lara, Eoin Morgan, Shane Watson, Jacques Kallis, Kevin Pietersen, Jonty Rhodes, and Chris Gayle. Additionally, the governing council includes cricketing icons Sunil Gavaskar, Shaun Pollock, and Sir Viv Richards, while renowned umpires Simon Taufel and Billy Bowden will officiate the matches. Gundappa Viswanathan will serve as the match referee.
Cricket Legends Set to Reignite Their Magic
Fans will get a nostalgic treat as cricket greats like Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara, Shane Watson, Jacques Kallis, Kumar Sangakkara, and Eoin Morgan lead their respective teams in the league. The Vadodara leg features six matches, with today’s being the second one.
IML Vadodara Match Schedule
- February 28 – Sri Lanka vs. Australia (Completed)
- March 1 – India vs. South Africa
- March 3 – South Africa vs. England
- March 5 – India vs. Australia
- March 6 – Sri Lanka vs. West Indies
- March 7 – Australia vs. South Africa
India Masters Squad
Sachin Tendulkar (Captain), Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Yuvraj Singh, Yusuf Pathan, Irfan Pathan, Stuart Binny, Dhawal Kulkarni, Vinay Kumar, Shahbaz Nadeem, Rahul Sharma, Naman Ojha, Pawan Negi, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Abhimanyu Mithun.As cricket legends return to the field, fans can expect an electrifying atmosphere at the Kotambi International Stadium, making this a memorable event for cricket lovers worldwide.
