Sachin Tendulkar statue at Wankhede ignites a memefest and has a Steve Smith connection; Here's why

The unveiling of a statue honoring cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar at Mumbai's Wankhede stadium sparked social media chatter due to its striking resemblance to Australian cricketer Steve Smith. The statue depicts Tendulkar in mid-shot, and netizens couldn't help but notice its similarity to Smith, leading to a wave of memes and humor online. While neither Tendulkar nor the Mumbai Cricket Association commented on the online response, the life-sized statue was unveiled before India's World Cup match against Sri Lanka, attended by dignitaries and Tendulkar's family. Despite the statue's likeness, it serves as a fitting tribute to Tendulkar's remarkable cricketing legacy.

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