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[Saba Sports News] Ramakant Achrekar’s name may not be familiar to many in the current generation, but the legacy of Sachin Tendulkar, his most famous protégé, resonates across all ages as a symbol of India’s excellence on the global sporting stage.
Achrekar, who served as Tendulkar’s childhood coach and mentor, passed away in January 2019 at the age of 87. Honoring his immense contribution to cricket, the Maharashtra Government has announced plans to erect a statue of the esteemed coach at Mumbai’s iconic Shivaji Park.
Tendulkar shared this heartfelt news on his social media platforms, paying tribute to his beloved teacher’s life and work.
The renowned Shivaji Park holds a special place in cricket history, being the ground where Tendulkar’s illustrious career began and where Achrekar dedicated most of his life to training and developing young cricketing talents.
“Achrekar Sir profoundly influenced my life and the lives of many others. Speaking on behalf of all his students, his world revolved around cricket at Shivaji Park. Remaining there forever is something he would have truly cherished. I am delighted with the government’s decision to install a statue of Achrekar Sir at his karmabhoomi,” Tendulkar expressed in his post on ‘X’.