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    Tendulkar pays respect to Shivalkar, says ‘His smooth action and rhythm were a treat to watch’
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    Tendulkar Pays Respect To Shivalkar, Says ‘His Smooth Action And Rhythm Were A Treat To Watch’

    By IANS News March 04, 2025 • 19:34 PM View: 821
    Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award: India's batting legend Sachin Tendulkar mourned the passing of former Ranji Trophy star and a stalwart of Mumbai Maidan cricket, Padmakar Shivalkar, who passed away due to age-related issues on Monday. Tendulkar, himself being an inspiration to come out of Mumbai, recalled playing against Shivalkar at the age of 13 and hailed his ‘smooth action and rhythm which was a treat to watch'.

    "Mumbai cricket has lost a stalwart and wonderful human being in Paddy Sir. I was 13 years old when I got the opportunity to face him in the nets on a few occasions at Shivaji Park. His smooth action and rhythm were a treat to watch. He will be remembered forever. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones", read Tendulkar's post on X.

    On Tuesday, the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team was wearing black armbands during their ICC Champions Trophy semifinal clash with Australia in honour of the left-arm spinner He was 84 and considered one of the best players not to have played for the national team. Born on September 14, 1940, Shivalkar was a left-arm spinner, who served Mumbai cricket with distinction in a two-decade-long career, retiring at the ripe age of 50.

    TAGS Sachin Tendulkar Padmakar Shivalkar Ranji Trophy Mumbai Maidan Paddy Sir Shivaji Park On Tuesday Rohit Sharma ICC Champions Trophy Indian Test Bishan Singh Bedi Sri Lanka Tamil Nadu Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award
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