Sachin Tendulkar was frustrated with Ashley Giles' leg-stump line in 2001: Nasser Hussain

Former Indian cricket team captain Sachin Tendulkar is widely regarded as one of greatest batsmen of all time. Throughout his 24-year journey with Indian cricket, ‘Master Blaster’ plundered runs in leaps and bounds and claimed several trophies and milestones. Interestingly, Tendulkar was out ‘stumped’ just once during his illustrious career, when he was dismissed in manner by former English spinner Ashley Giles back in year 2001.

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Nasser Hussain recalls famous Sachin Tendulkar stumping of 2001

England cricketer-turned-commentator Nasser Hussain was captain of English side during ir tour to India between 2001 and 2002. While writing for Daily Mail, Hussain chronicled incident when Tendulkar was out stumped by spinner Ashley Giles’ leg-stump line and wicketkeeper James Foster for 90.

former England captain wrote that asking Giles to keep bowling Tendulkar on a leg-stump line was t a pre-planned tactic. He said that pitch provided at venue (Bangalore) was a flat one but ball was spinning outside right-hander’s leg-stump line. According to Hussain, Sachin Tendulkar “didn’t like” facing Giles on that line as he appeared to be frustrated while batting at crease.

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move by n English skipper was much criticised by cricketing fraternity. Hussain said that he was even summoned by n MCC president Ted Dexter, who told him that England’s tactics were “against spirit of cricket”. Hussain openly mitted in his column that he was more interested in “trying to win a Test for England in difficult conditions against India” inste of focusing on rules.

Sachin Tendulkar centuries in international cricket

Sachin Tendulkar centuries section in international cricket makes for a staggering re. Just like his 90 against England in 2001, Tendulkar has been dismissed in 90s several times. Despite his many 90-100 scores, he is currently leing century-maker in international cricket with 100 tons. He remains 29 centuries ahe of second-placed Ricky Ponting (71) and 30 ahe of current Indian captain Virat Kohli (70).

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India vs England 1st Test updates

England cricket team, led by Joe Root, is currently on a tour to India for a four-match Test series. India vs England 1st Test match is scheduled to commence from Friday, February 5 onwards at M. A. Chidambaram Stium in Chennai. Indian players resumed ir training a few days ago, after reuniting with each or post ir 2-1 series triumph in Australia.

India vs England live streaming details

For India vs England live streaming in India, fans can tune in to  Star Sports Network. Meanwhile, for India vs England live scores, one can visit official website and social media ps of BCCI and England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). live streaming of first Test is also available for fans on  Disney+ Hotstar app.

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Im source: AP and PTI