Monday, February 8, 2010

Secret of a Champion!!!


This person need no introduction, he is the heartbeat of 100 million people, they breath when he enters the cricket field and they stop breathing if he gets out.
Sachin Tendulkar, the living legend, has almost every batting record on his name, is one of the highest earning player in the world of Cricket, serving the Indian Cricket Team from last 20 years, and still the same consistent performer.
How (the hell!!!) can any one on the earth manage to do that!!!
Under the pressure of millions of cricket fans, under the 'aging' factor (36 years), criticism of Indian media, pressure of the game (itself)???
In my opinion there are some qualities which defines this character's abilities:
  1. Hard-work: He (even today) practices for at least 7 hours daily
  2. Concentration: He never lose his focus, never gets distracted in the "word-war" with other players
  3. Determination: It is said many times by his teammates and coaches, that even in the worst situation, he speaks "I can do it!!!"
  4. Passion: In his own words, "Cricket is my life, I love it, I enjoy it, I live it!!!"
  5. Endurance: In spite of many injuries, he continued his journey (even in pain)
  6. Skill: It came from the vast experience of 20 years, he is 90% accurate in judging the opposition's moves
  7. Confidence: He always carry a smile on the field, his body language is enough to demoralize the opposition
  8. Dedication: He always gives his 100% in every role he plays both on and off the field
But what is the real difference, almost all of these qualities are possessed by many other "Good" players, so what is the quality which makes him a "Great" player???
The answer lies in the following example:
Before every tour, he touch the feet of his elders, and his coach Mr. Ramakant Achekar!!!
Yes, Humility is the factor which differentiate him from others:
  • Many times when Empire did not gave him out, he started walking out of the field, if he realized that he was out
  • He never say that he is the master of the game, he always say "I am a servant" (of the game)
  • Cricket is not just a game for him, but it is a means of serving his nation
  • He never indulges himself with any controversy
  • His humble behavior never lets you realize, that he is the Mega-star of millions
I must admit, that like every Indian, I also say "Cricket is my religion, and Sachin is my God".
Now we all have realized that what qualities have made Sachin Tendulkar, the God of Cricket, we all now know the secret!!!