Former India captain and batting legend Sachin Tendulkar praised Amir Lone, a cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir who doesn’t have both arms, for his determination and resilience in overcoming challenges to pursue cricket.
Sachin Tendulkar Hailed Amir With A Special Tweet
For the unversed, legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar kicked off the first edition of the Indian Street Premier League. He invited para cricketer Amir Hussain Lone to play the first ball of the tournament, which garnered attention on social media.
Amir Lone participated in the opening ceremony of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) 2024 and played in a special match between Master’s 11 and Khiladi XI at Dadoji Kondev Stadium in Thane. He batted alongside Sachin Tendulkar for Master’s XI and also bowled during the match.
Amir also got the chance to display his distinctive bowling skills. Sachin, positioned behind the stumps, couldn’t help but appreciate Amir’s talent and resilience, offering words of praise.
Bro is bowling Far better than your idol #ElvishYadav. Hatsoff to Amir#SachinTendulkar #ElvishArmy pic.twitter.com/JQe1vw9oAO
— TONY STARK (@ironman_0306) March 7, 2024
Sachin Tendulkar, on his X handle (formerly Twitter), praised Amir as a “Real Leg Spinner” and hailed him as an inspiration for everyone. He wrote:
“Defying odds with every delivery, Amir stands out as the “REAL LEG SPINNER”! You’re an inspiration to all.”
Check out his Tweet;
Defying odds with every delivery, Amir stands out as the “REAL LEG SPINNER”!
You’re an inspiration to all. pic.twitter.com/GWEAiV8Tob
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) March 7, 2024
Amir Hussain Lone’s journey from tragedy to triumph is the stuff of legends. Losing both arms in a childhood accident didn’t stop his love for cricket. With sheer determination, he honed a unique playing style using his legs and shoulders. Recognized for his talent, he now captains the Jammu and Kashmir para-cricket team, inspiring others with his resilience and skill.
