The Great!

Good is a fairly common adjective in todays world, and Great is becoming very cliched too, but if there is a person who truly deserves it, it is Sachin Tendulkar. 

Exquisite on the field, brimming with self confidence and instilling fear into the hearts of his bowlers, whilst commanding respect from them and awe from the crowds - this has been his way of life for the past 19 years. His bat has broken so many records that its easy to get lost in statistical details.

 However,  one needs to step back and see, the person behind these records and achievements. 

Gentle and modest in nature and simple in character, he has been synonymous with Indian Cricket for as long as I can remember. His supreme self confidence stems from his perseverence, and it is no stroke of luck. It is certain that, with his passion, he would have succeeded in any field. It takes much more than mere skill to be called "Great". Here is one of his fans saluting him, not just for his excellent skills on the field, but for his impeccable personality and flawless character, that shall continue to inspire billions, long after he has called it a day.