Robin Uthappa names two Indian stars who remind him of Sourav Ganguly Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar.

The dynamic duo of Sourav Ganguly again Sachin Tendulkar celebrated as the most successful opening pair in the history of One Day Internationals (ODIs). In total, they have amassed 6609 runs from 136 innings at an amazing average of 49.32. Their partnership has produced 21st century stands and 23rd century floors, making them a formidable force at the top of the order. Their chemistry on the field, with complementary techniques and styles, has made them iconic in the history of cricket. But who in the current Indian team has the ability to replicate what Ganguly and Tendulkar did for Indian cricket? Well, who ever opened it Robin Uthappa you have an answer.

Robin Uthappa picks the new duo as the next Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar

Uthappa praised the opening team Shubman Gill again Yashasvi Jaiswal, drawing parallels between them and the legendary pair of Ganguly and Tendulkar. Uthappa highlighted that the duo’s approach and techniques reminded him of the famous duo of yesteryear.

“I see them, when I look at them they remind me of Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar going out together, where their performances were complementary. Their tactics complemented each other, that’s what I see when I see these two go out to bat together,” said Uthappa on Sony Sports Network.

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An amazing record for a young couple

Notably, Gill and Jaiswal have shown great promise as an opening pair in international cricket. They opened together in nine innings, scoring 516 runs at an impressive average of 64.50. Their partnership has already produced two hundred stands and two century stands, indicating a bright future for Indian cricket with these young talents at the helm.

Uthappa praises the bright future of the shining star

Uthappa also expressed great confidence in Jaiswal’s ability to secure his place in the ODI squad. Although he has played 22 matches in other formats, Jaiswal is yet to make his ODI debut. Uthappa believes that if Jaiswal gets his chance in ODIs, he will quickly cement his place due to his versatility and skill.

“I honestly feel if he (Jaiswal) gets that opportunity in ODI cricket, he will fill that spot quickly because after Test cricket and T20I cricket, ODI cricket will be very easy for him. Because he will feel like I have all the time in the world to score runs,” Thappa added.

As Indian cricket looks forward to the future, the emergence of Gill and Jaiswal as a promising opening duo brings hope and excitement, and the potential to recreate the magic once woven by Ganguly and Tendulkar.

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