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Former Indian cricket star Sachin Tendulkar urged students at Ahmedabad`s SRT10 Altevol Centre of Excellence cricket academy to prioritise discipline and preparedness above taking shortcuts.
While addressing the young cricketers at an event at the SRT10 Altevol Centre of Excellence cricket academy, Sachin Tendulkar said that success is not guaranteed, but strong preparation and discipline are within their control.
“What I am trying to tell all the children here is that if you go to play every time, you won`t be successful. But every time, you can prepare and go. Success is never guaranteed. But your preparation and your discipline, focus, all these things, as we say, to tick all those boxes, are in your hands. Talent, I believe, is God-given. But what you do with that talent is in your hands,” Sachin Tendulkar said.
Tendulkar emphasised that there are no shortcuts and that one must make a number of sacrifices in order to play at the highest level for India. He further added that taking shortcuts can expose a cricket player because the sport has no hiding place.
“You have to sacrifice many things. If you want to play for India, then you will have to do certain things. There are no shortcuts. But if you take a shortcut, you will be exposed to the whole world. Because cricket is always played on the field in front of everyone. So don`t take shortcuts,” he added.
Tendulkar urges parents not to pressure their children
Tendulkar said that failure is a necessary part of learning and advised parents not to put too much pressure on their kids. The legendary cricketer further added that ups and downs are a part of the game, but that the most important things are patience, guidance and intent.
“I want the parents to make a promise to me that you will not pressurise your children. Failure is a foundation. So long as you are patiently teaching them and explaining to them what should happen. The intent is important. Every batter gets out, and every bowler goes for runs. That is normal,” Tendulkar added.
(With ANI Input)
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