Delhi: After the series of five -Test matches played between India and England, there was a lot of discussion about the name of the trophy. The old Pataudi Trophy was removed and named Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, which resentment by many cricket lovers and experts. Surprisingly, both the great players named after the trophy, James Anderson and Sachin Tendulkar, were not present at the trophy distribution ceremony.

Sunil Gavaskar raised questions

Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar raised the issue in his column. He said, “This was the first series that was played in the name of Sachin and Anderson. In such a situation, it was expected that both the legendary players would finally be present to give the trophy.” He told that Anderson was playing domestic cricket in England at that time and Tendulkar was also in England at the time of unveiling the trophy.

Referring to Australia Series

Gavaskar also reminded that when the Border-Gavaskar Trophy was played in Australia, only the Allen border was called for trophy distribution as Australia won in that series. This time there was a series draw between England and India, so perhaps Anderson and Tendulkar were not called for this reason.

Displeasure over Pataudi Medal

Gavaskar also expressed displeasure over the newly launched Pataudi medal. It was decided to give this medal series to the captain who won, but both India captain Shubman Gill and England captain Ben Stokes were given medals due to the series draw. He asked that if the captain’s own performance is not good, should he get a medal?

Taime on lack of understanding of history

Gavaskar said that nowadays the administrators of the game often pay more attention to the advantages and business, but they do not understand the history and traditions of the game. He also said that the “Pataudi medal” was named, but no member of the Pataudi family was present there.