NEW DELHI: Lauding the Indian U19 women's World Cup-winning team, Sachin Tendulkar on Wednesday said that you have given birth to many dreams by winning this elusive trophy during a felicitation ceremony in Ahmedabad.
The words of praise from the legendary former Indian captain is certainly a big moment for all the rising stars of Indian women's cricket.
Tendulkar felicitated the India U-19 women's cricket team for its triumph in the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup in South Africa, saying the feat will encourage many girls to take up the sport and realise their dreams.
"I would like to congratulate you on the magnificent achievement. The entire nation will celebrate (the triumph) for years to come.
"For me, my cricketing dreams started in 1983 but by winning this World Cup, you have given birth to many dreams. It was a magnificent performance," Tendulkar said during the ceremony just before the start of the series-deciding third T20I between India and New Zealand.
"By winning this World Cup, you have given a dream to young girls in India to represent the country.
"The beginning of the WPL (Women's Premier League) is going to be the biggest thing. I believe in equality for men and women, and not just in sports. There should be equal opportunities," he added.
Tendulkar said the BCCI is doing its best for the growth of women's cricket in the country.
"What BCCI has been able to do and the officials' contribution in helping women's cricket prosper, I think it's a sign that we will really do well (in future)."
