‘Bilkul sahi kaha’ – Fans react as Sachin Tendulkar names his top four teams for ODI World Cup 2023

The ODI World Cup 2023 started with the clash between England and New Zealand on October 5 at the iconic Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. Notably, the Black Caps humiliated the defending champions by registering a 9-wicket win to give their side a great start. Meanwhile, as the tournament started, a plethora of cricket analysts and former cricketers picked up their four finalists for the marquee event.

Notably, legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has joined the list this time. Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar has been appointed as the global ambassador of the event. Speaking about his picks, the star cricketer didn’t name the Pakistan team, which currently places second in the ODI rankings, and he ignored top-class South Africa as well.

The 50-year-old cricketer picked Team India at the first spot as he feels Rohit Sharma and Co. are a balanced team. In addition, the former opening batter named Australia for the second spot. “India, without any doubt. Like I said, we have a very very good balanced team. Good fielding side, side which can run well between the wickets. So good, strong all-round team. So is the case with Australia, I feel. They have a balanced team. Experience and youth combined,” Sachin Tendulkar said.

My fourth team would be New Zealand: Sachin Tendulkar

Moreover, the 2011 World Cup-winning star further named defending champions England owing to their great experience in knockout games. The former top-order batsman has also named New Zealand as his fourth semi-finalist, owing to their wonderful track records in the semi-finals.

“The third one would be, I would say, England. I think England again is a very strong team. Again, a combination of experienced players and some new faces. Beautifully balanced. My fourth team would be New Zealand. They have played the finals in 2015 and 2019. So, if you look at their track record, New Zealand in world championships they have always done well, and I see them getting into semis,” he added further.

Check out how fans have reacted to his picks:

Bilkul sahi kaha

— Mohan Sharma 🇮🇳 (@MohanSh63073951) October 5, 2023

God said that's it. This is final

— Indian Stats & Index (@statsfeed_india) October 5, 2023

God ne bola to theek hi hoga 🔥😀 pic.twitter.com/ysEsJa0fZE

— TEJASH 🚩 (@LoyleRohitFan) October 5, 2023

Baki saare biryani khaane aaye hai 🌝😂

— Mr.Hunt (@asliMrHunt) October 5, 2023

Lakin #WorldCup2023 Pakistan hi jeetyga 🇵🇰💚

— A H A D 🚩 (@Xh_Sahib) October 5, 2023

Sachin won't Pick Pakistan kiun k usky liye bara dil chaaiye.. 😬

— Saad Bin Munir (@Saad_Views) October 5, 2023