Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Tendulkar all set to make his IPL debut

“I am fit o play now”

Mumbai Indians captain Sachin Tendulkar is likely to play in the match against Chennai Super Kings on May 14 at the Wankhede Stadium, team coach Lalchand Rajput revealed after a practice session at the Bandra Kurla Complex here on Sunday.

"Yes I will be playing the match on May 14. I feel very comfortable. It has been tough and disappointing to have missed the two tests against South Africa and the first seven IPL ties," Tendulkar told reporters after a strenuous practice sessions under lights."It has been hard work and with help from the physio, I am getting there" Tendulkar, who has not played a competitive match since March-end due to a groin injury, said.

Tendulkar said though ace South African all-rounder Shaun Pollock had done a commendable job as captain, resurrecting the team's fortunes after a string of defeats in the first four matches, he would take over the reins now that he is fit.

"Shaun Pollock was the makeshift captain and has done a terrific job but I will be captaining the side," Tendulkar said.

He will open the innings with Sri Lankan ace Sanath Jayasuriya for the Mumbai Indians against Chennai, Tendulkar said.

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