Shoaib Akhtar heaped praise on former Indian cricket team opener Sachin Tendulkar in a recent interaction with Sportskeeda Cricket. Akhtar labeled the Mumbai Indians icon as the most humble guy ever.
Back in the 1990s and 2000s, Shoaib Akhtar and Sachin Tendulkar were key members of their respective nation’s cricket team. Akhtar was one of the main fast bowlers for the Pakistan cricket team, while Tendulkar was one of the top batters in the Indian cricket team. Whenever there was an India vs Pakistan battle, fans would have an eye on the match-up between Akhtar and Tendulkar.
Both players achieved massive success in international cricket. They even played together in an exhibition tournament which was organized in the United States of America a few years ago. Having played with and against Sachin Tendulkar, Akhtar shared his experience of spending time with the Little Master and said:
“Sachin Tendulkar is the greatest and most humble guy ever. I adore his nature and his behaviour. He respects everyone.”
"Sachin Tendulkar is the greatest and most humble guy ever. I adore his nature and his behaviour. He respects everyone." – Shoaib Akhtar (To Sportskeeda)
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Shoaib Akhtar also praised Andrew Symonds recently
In a shocking development which happened recently, Andrew Symonds passed away in a car accident. The former Australian cricketer was one of the top all-rounders of his era. Remembering Symonds after his death, Shoaib Akhtar had said:
“Andrew Symonds was one of the most misunderstood characters. He was one of the most amazing and trustworthy friends that you can ever ask for.”
Akhtar regularly shares his views on the recent happenings in cricket on YouTube. The former Pakistan fast bowler is one of the most-followed retired cricketers on the video-sharing platform. He has a massive fan following even after retirement.
