Two of India's biggest icons, Amitabh Bachchan and Sachin Tendulkar, recently faced off in a playful finger cricket match. The video, shared by Bachchan himself, has taken social media by storm.
Legends Compete at ISPL Event in Surat
Amitabh Bachchan posted the clip on his X account. He captioned it, "T 5623(i) – playing finger cricket with the God of Cricket." The scene unfolded at the Indian Street Premier League season three in Surat. Bachchan recently joined the ISPL, adding star power to the tennis ball cricket tournament.
A Tied Match and a Split Trophy
The short video captures pure joy. Both legends are seen laughing throughout the game. At one point, Bachchan gets competitive. He discusses his score using sign language with someone off-camera. Tendulkar finds this hilarious and laughs out loud.
The match ended in a tie. In a charming conclusion, Amitabh Bachchan declared they would split the trophy. He said, "I will keep half of the cup, and he will keep another half of the cup." This gesture highlighted their sportsmanship and mutual respect.
Fans React with Enthusiasm
Social media erupted with praise for the duo. Fans loved seeing their favorite stars together. One user wrote, "When two legends meets fire blow up." Another commented, "Two mahanayaks in one frame." Many expressed sheer happiness. A fan said, "Watching you play 'finger cricket' with the God of Cricket is pure joy, sir." The phrase "Two mahanayaks in one frame" quickly became a popular reaction online.
ISPL Attracts Bollywood and Cricket Stars
The Indian Street Premier League is proving to be a major draw. Earlier, photos of Akshay Kumar, Ram Charan, and Suriya together at the event went viral. ISPL is a T10 tennis ball cricket tournament. It started on January 9 and will run until February 6. Fans can watch the matches live on JioHotstar.
What's Next for Amitabh Bachchan?
On the work front, Amitabh Bachchan remains busy. His recent projects include the Tamil film Vettaiyan and the sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD. He also continues to host the popular game show Kaun Banega Crorepati, now in its seventeenth season.
The finger cricket video is a delightful moment. It shows two legends from different fields enjoying a simple game. Their camaraderie and the fans' joyful reactions make this a memorable event.
