Sachin Tendulkar Rings Bell at Lord's, Unveils Portrait in Historic Ceremony

On a memorable day at Lord's, Sachin Tendulkar rang the bell to start the third Test between England and India, marking a historic first for the cricket legend. He also unveiled his portrait at the Lord's museum, further solidifying his legacy in the sport. Fans celebrated this momentous occasion on social media, expressing their admiration for the 'God of Cricket'. With the series tied at 1-1, the excitement builds for the upcoming match. Read on for more details about this iconic event.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 10, 2025, 17:09 IST

A Historic Day at Lord's

An unforgettable event took place at Lord's, known as the 'Home of Cricket', on Thursday when Sachin Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history, rang the five-minute bell to commence Day 1 of the third Test between England and India. This marked a significant first for Tendulkar, adding yet another remarkable chapter to his illustrious career.

Significance of the Ceremony

Tendulkar's involvement in this traditional ceremony, which typically includes past cricket legends and officials, was particularly meaningful. The ongoing series between India and England has been named the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, making his participation even more special.

Unveiling of Portrait at Lord's Museum

Before ringing the bell, Tendulkar was honored at a private event within the Lord's museum, where he unveiled his portrait alongside former MCC President Mark Nicholas. This portrait now proudly hangs among cricket's greats, further cementing Tendulkar's legacy at this iconic venue.

Reflecting on his journey, Tendulkar shared, "I first visited Lord’s as a teenager in 1988, and returned in 1989 with the Star Cricket Club team. I remember standing near the pavilion, soaking in the history and dreaming quietly. Today, to have my portrait unveiled at this very place is a feeling that’s hard to put into words."

Tendulkar's Cricketing Legacy

Sachin Tendulkar's remarkable cricket career spanned over 20 years, during which he set numerous records, including the most runs in both Tests and ODIs, the highest number of matches played in these formats, and an astounding 100 international centuries, with 51 of those being Test centuries.

Reactions on Social Media

Fans expressed their excitement on social media, sharing videos and comments celebrating Tendulkar's honor at Lord's. One user remarked, "A SPECIAL SACHIN TENDULKAR PORTRAIT AT LORD's MUSEUM. 🐐 - The God of Cricket....!!!!"

Many shared their thoughts, with one tweet stating, "Portrait unveiling of the GOD OF CRICKET Sachin Tendulkar at the Lord's Museum 👌👌 #sachintendulkar #LordsTest."

Another user commented, "Iconic moment! Sachin Tendulkar ringing the bell at Lord's to start the match between India and England. A legendary cricketer, a timeless tradition. Respect 🙏🏽🐐🔔."

Exciting Match Ahead

As Tendulkar celebrated these prestigious moments, the anticipation grew for the upcoming match in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. With the series currently tied at 1-1, both teams are eager to secure a victory.

The return of Jasprit Bumrah and Jofra Archer adds an extra layer of excitement to the contest. England's captain Ben Stokes won the toss for the third consecutive time and chose to bat first. Bumrah replaced Prasidh Krishna in the Indian lineup, while Archer took the place of Josh Tongue.