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Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar shared his detailed observations from the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, highlighting key moments, emerging performers and tactical trends that stood out during the tournament.
Writing on Reddit, Tendulkar said that in a long competition like the IPL, certain performances and passages of play tend to leave a lasting impact, even if every match cannot be followed closely.
“Watching cricket, you are always learning. In a tournament as long as the IPL, a few moments and performances tend to stay with you. While I couldn’t catch every game this season, these are some of my observations,” he wrote.
Tendulkar pointed to several key highlights from the season, including Josh Hazlewood’s dismissal of Jos Buttler in a crucial Qualifier match, calling it an example of the value of deception in high-pressure situations.
“Josh Hazlewood’s dismissal of Jos Buttler in the fifth over of the 1st Qualifier showed the value of deception. Buttler had hit deliveries for a 4, 6 and a 4, and once a batter settles into a rhythm like that, he often tends to commit early. What made the wicket special was how he subtly slowed down the next delivery by 10kms/hr, and Buttler had already gone through his shot by the time the ball reached him,” Tendulkar wrote.
He also praised 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi for his impact beyond runs, noting that the teenager influenced games with his presence and intent, and added belief to the Rajasthan Royals setup during key knockout matches.
“Vaibhav Sooryavanshi had an influence on games that went beyond the runs he scored. Oppositions were thinking about him, teams were planning for him, and fans were waiting for him long before he arrived at the crease. His ability to score rapidly in both the Eliminator and the Qualifier showed that his intent remained unchanged, even as the pressure increased.-TIN Bureau
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