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Well done Sachin: Gavaskar

Source: PTI
December 10, 2005 20:49 IST
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Sunil Gavaskar congratulated Sachin Tendulkar for surpassing his record tally of 34 Test centuries and described the star batsman as "the closest thing to batting perfection the game has seen".

"Congratulations to Sachin Tendulkar on his 35th Test Century ! To see a fellow Indian and somebody as prodigious a talent like Sachin takes away any tinge of sadness at a record being broken", Gavaskar said in a message.

"I have said it before that Tendulkar is the closest thing to batting perfection that the game has seen.  Look at the stillness of the head, the straightness of his backlift, the ease of playing shots off either the front foot or the back foot and of course, the range of shots that he possesses against both pace and spin in all kinds of conditions" he said.

Gavaskar said Tendulkar's conduct both on and off the field was examplary and that is what made him so special.

"What makes him even more special is his demeanour on and off the field. He is the perfect role model for youngsters who want to make a success of their lives", he said.

"Congratulations are also due to his family who have helped him to stay focused. They deserve a big round of applause too for their part in his success. Well done Sachin, and keep that Champagne on ice", he added.

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