The winning captain of the India-England series will receive the Pataudi Trophy.
New Delhi, June 17. The captain of the winning team in the upcoming five-match series between India and England, starting June 20, will be awarded the Pataudi Medal. This will continue to associate the name of this royal family with the cricket rivalry between these two countries.
The new name of the trophy was decided to be changed to the Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy from the previously named Pataudi Trophy. The formal announcement was supposed to be made last week during the World Test Championship final at Lord’s, but it was postponed due to a severe air accident in Ahmedabad.
The formal announcement of the trophy’s name change will be made one day before the Leeds match. It has been learned that T
About: Pataudi Medal
The Pataudi Medal, also known as the Tiger Pataudi Memorial Lecture, is an annual lecture initiated by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in honor of Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, one of India’s most celebrated cricket captains. Established after his death in 2011, the lecture aims to commemorate his contributions to Indian cricket and promote thoughtful discourse on the game. The event gathers distinguished figures from the cricketing world to speak on various aspects of the sport, fostering a deeper appreciation and understanding of cricket’s impact both within India and globally.
About: Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy
The Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy is named in honor of two legendary cricketers, Sachin Tendulkar from India and James Anderson from England. It was introduced in 2021 to be awarded to the winner of the Test cricket series played between England and India. The trophy celebrates the immense contributions of both players to the sport, with Tendulkar being one of the highest run-scorers in the history of Test cricket and Anderson holding the record for the most wickets taken by a fast bowler in Test matches.
About: Pataudi Trophy
The Pataudi Trophy is awarded to the winner of the Test cricket series between England and India played in England. The trophy is named in honor of Iftikhar Ali Khan, the 8th Nawab of Pataudi, who played cricket for both England and India, and later his son Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, who captained the Indian cricket team. Instituted in 2007, the trophy commemorates the deep cricketing ties and competitive spirit between the two nations.
About: World Test Championship
The World Test Championship (WTC) is an international cricket competition sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC), aimed at identifying the best Test-playing nation in the world. First proposed in 2009 and officially rolled out in 2019, the championship features the top nine Test teams competing over a two-year cycle, culminating in a final to determine the champion. The inaugural WTC Final took place in June 2021, where New Zealand emerged as the first-ever champion by defeating India.
About: Lord’s
Lord’s Cricket Ground, commonly known as “Lord’s,” is located in London and is often referred to as the “Home of Cricket.” Founded by Thomas Lord in 1814, it is owned by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) and has a rich history as the venue for international cricket matches, including Test matches, one-day internationals, and T20 internationals. Lord’s is renowned for its long-standing traditions, the iconic Ashes urn, and the famous Long Room, all of which contribute to its status as a cherished site in the sport of cricket.
About: Leeds
Leeds is a vibrant city located in West Yorkshire, England, with a rich industrial history. Originally a small manorial borough in the 13th century, Leeds expanded during the Industrial Revolution as a major mill town, primarily dealing with wool and flax. Today, Leeds is known for its diverse economy, lively cultural scene including music, art, and festivals, and as a hub for financial and legal services in the UK.
