Sachin Tendulkar to inspire young athletes, sports fans in Texas
, October 13
Sachin Tendulkar is set to inspire young athletes during his visit to Texas, where he would lead a special cricket clinic as part of the National Cricket League finals weekend.
The clinic, to be hosted at the University of Texas at Dallas, aims to promote cricket at the grassroots in the US.
"Cricket has given me so much, and now it is my turn to give back," said Tendulkar.
"I am excited to meet these young players and show them that with hard work and passion, anything is possible."
In addition to the clinic, Tendulkar, who made waves with his recent appearance at the iconic TX-OU football game, would also be a special guest at the Dallas Cowboys game on Sunday, further highlighting his high-profile engagement in the US sports scene.
NCL Chairman Arun Agarwal emphasised the significance of Tendulkar's involvement: "This is about more than cricket — it's about inspiring hope and dreams. Having someone of Sachin's calibre mentoring these kids is a game-changer."
The NCL's finals weekend is more than just a cricket tournament. Alongside the matches, fans will enjoy cultural celebrations, live Bollywood performances, and nightly themes, ranging from honouring local heroes to promoting sustainability. The tournament will conclude on October 14 at UT Dallas.
With Tendulkar's participation and the introduction of the innovative 60 Strikes format, designed to engage U.S. sports fans with a fast-paced version of cricket, the NCL is positioning itself as a key player in the growing popularity of cricket in America.
The NCL has attracted top cricketing talent, with icons like Sunil Gavaskar, Wasim Akram, and Sir Vivian Richards mentoring players.
This season also features stars like Shahid Afridi, Suresh Raina, Shakib Al Hasan, and Chris Lynn, making the NCL a premier event on the global cricket stage.
Headquartered in Dallas, the National Cricket League USA is revolutionising cricket in the U.S. with its innovative 'Sixty Strikes' format.
The event is endorsed by the ICC and supported by SEE Holdings.
