Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy launch put off in respect for Ahmedabad crash victims

Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Launch Postponed in Respect for Ahmedabad Crash Victims

The launch of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, a new symbol of supremacy for the England-India bilateral Test series in England, has been postponed. The decision comes in the wake of the Ahmedabad plane crash, which has left the country in a solemn mood.

The trophy-naming ceremony was originally scheduled for Saturday, June 14, on the sidelines of the World Test Championship final at Lord's. However, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have jointly decided to call off the event.

Trophy Naming Ceremony Postponed

The launch of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy was set to take place on Saturday, with invites sent to the protagonists, including Sachin Tendulkar and James Anderson. However, the decision was taken at the last minute to call it off for the time being.

Pataudi Legacy to Continue

The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy comes in place of the Pataudi Trophy, which was being given to the winners of the bilateral Test series between England and India. However, the ECB has decided to retain the Pataudi link in the England-India series, with a medallion likely to be named in the late MAK Pataudi's honor.

Ahmedabad Plane Crash

The Ahmedabad plane crash on June 12 resulted in the loss of over 275 lives, including 241 on board the AI-171 Air India aircraft. The tragedy has left the country in a state of shock, with the ECB and BCCI deciding to postpone the trophy-naming ceremony out of respect for the victims.