India is birthplace for many religion like Hinduism, Budhism, Sikhism and many more.
There is yet another religion here called Cricket. Yes its a sport; a match between two teams with eleven players each and everyone's life is after the ball. While one team hits it to touch the boundaries the other tries to stop it. It was not made in India but worshiped by Indians.
But its not just these 22 players, the entire nation plays the game. Yes its a religion for the madness, superstions and huge fan following.
I remember praying god endlessly during the final match of Cricket World cup between India - Sri Lanka in 2011. We all went crazy and went to streets to celebrate . That evening it was Holi, Diwali and Christmas for us.
Now the fever is on for the star of Indian cricket team who played his last test match. There is Sachin Tendulkar everywhere. From elders in the park to the kids in the school all celebrating his last match.
Every where its love for this Marvel who is driving all crazy. People are happy and emotional.
Everytime in my travel, people ask me what is cricket?
I always tell them that its the football of India and Sachin Tendulkar is our Maradona of Argentina or Eusébio of Portugal.
Let the game continue!!
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