Bharat Ratna and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was name as the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Global Ambassador for the Men’s ODI World Cup 2023. Sachin Tendulkar play 6 ODI World Cups and won the title on his final attempt in India in 2011.
Sachin Tendulkar will walk out with the World Cup Trophy before the opening match between England and New Zealand on 5th October 2023 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to declare the event open.
Sachin Tendulkar said :
“A journey from being a ball boy in 1987 to representing the country in 6 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,”
Other then Sachin Tendulkar, the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 will feature a star lineup of ICC ambassadors.
- Suresh Raina (India)
- Mithali Raj (India)
- Vivian Richards (West Indies)
- AB de Villiers (South Africa)
- Eoin Morgan (England)
- Aaron Finch (Australia)
- Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka)
- Ross Taylor (New Zealand)
- Mohammad Hafeez (Pakistan)
These cricket legends are set to enhance the spectator experience during the World Cup.
They will engage with fans, offering meet-and-greet opportunities, and provide expert analysis, which will be accessible through the ICC Online Media Zone.
Also, these cricket legends will attend select matches, adding to the excitement and anticipation surrounding this highly awaited cricket festival in India.
