Premier fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar took Twitter to share a throwback photo with Sachin Tendulkar while wishing the Indian legend a speedy recovery. Sachin Tendulkar recently announced that he has been tested positive for COVID-19. Akhtar went down to memory lane and posted a photo alongside Tendulkar from the tri-series between Australia-India-Pakistan in 1999-2000. Akhtar stated that his rivalry with Sachin was one of his favourite on the ground.
Shoaib Akhtar Pens Down A Throwback Post For Sachin
Shoaib Akhtar quoted the photo “One of my favourite rivalries on the ground. Get well soon buddy Sachin Tendulkar,”
Indian ace Sachin Tendulkar noticed the world that he has been taken down by the deadly Coronavirus disease and is currently under home quarantine.
“I have been testing myself and taking all the recommended precautions to ensure Covid is kept at bay. However, I’ve tested positive today following mild symptoms. All others at home have tested negative,” Tendulkar had tweeted.
One of the greatest rivalries on-field
Sachin Tendulkar and Shoaib Akhtar shared a fierce rivalry on the pitch. Both of the players were the best in their department. While Sachin Tendulkar was hailed as the greatest batsman of his time, Shoaib Akhtar was known for his magic with the ball.
In the 9 Test matches that Tendulkar has featured against Pakistan in which Akhtar was a part of the playing XI, the Indian batsman has scored 416 runs at an average of 41.60. On the other hand, Akhtar has got the better of Sachin thrice in Test cricket.
