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šŸā€œTendulkar‑Anderson Trophy Spark ⚔Drama: Fans Go ROAST MODE!ā€

TL;DR:Ā The iconic Pataudi Trophy has been scrapped and replaced by the brand‑new Anderson‑Tendulkar Trophy for all future India‑England Test series—sparking a wave of mixed reactions from legends like Kapil Dev 😮, loyal fans, and cricket families. While the new name celebrates modern legends, critics say it's wiping out a historic legacy tied to pride, unity, and colonial resistance. MediaFx weighs in for the working class—heritage matters but we must stay futuristic too.

šŸ“° Breaking: Pataudi Trophy Out, Anderson‑Tendulkar In

The BCCI and ECB teamed up to launch the Anderson‑Tendulkar Trophy, ditching the iconic Pataudi Trophy that’s been played for since 2007 šŸ‡®šŸ‡³šŸ“. Now every India vs England Test series in EnglandĀ will feature this new trophy, which includes engraved signatures and action shotsĀ of Sachin Tendulkar and James Anderson on it—ready just in time for the Leeds Test starting 20 June 2025.

Why the Change?

Officials say they want the trophy to resonate with Gen‑Z fans, using names they instantly recognise—#Sachin and #JimmyA šŸ˜Ž. They also hinted there was maybe some nudge from MCC about refreshing the legacy.

Legends Speak Up šŸŽ™ļø

  • Kapil DevĀ called the move ā€œstrange,ā€ questioning whether such sudden renaming is normal and saying cricket on field shouldn’t change, even if trophy names do.

  • Sunil GavaskarĀ slammed it as insensitive, arguing the Pataudi name holds deep emotional weight.

  • Harsha BhogleĀ pointed out that this hurts the meaning and heritage of the series.

What About the Pataudi Family?

Sharmila Tagore and son Saif Ali Khan were not consulted, and expressed hurtĀ about feeling excluded from the decision.

Sachin’s Move: Keeping the Past Alive

Tendulkar stepped in and did damage control šŸ’¬ā€”he called the Pataudi familyĀ and BCCI/ECB top brass (including Jay Shah) to make sure the old legacy wasn’t erased. Now, the Pataudi Medal of ExcellenceĀ will be awarded to the winning captain as a nod to the Pataudi legacy.

Fan Reactions on the Ground

The internet comments section is ON FIRE šŸ”„:ā€œSeries are named after players so that contributions are remembered! If Pataudi’s contributions aren’t valued anymore, at least have the decency to properly retire the trophy!ā€Ā 

Some fans wanted even bigger legends like Tendulkar‑Warne or Tendulkar‑Lara—but most agree erasing Pataudi feels like losing a piece of history.

Stats & History Boost

  • Tendulkar: 200 Tests, highest Test runs (15,921), debut at 16, first international century at Old Trafford, strong England links.

  • Anderson: 188 Tests, 704 wickets (most by a fast bowler), England’s swing legend, also first wicket-taker in the new trophy.

  • Pataudi Trophy history: Named in 2007 to celebrate 75 years of India v England Tests; connected deeply to colonial-era shared culture.

MediaFx Opinion ✊

We get it—#Tendulkar and #Anderson are massive icons, but scrapping the Pataudi name so abruptly feels like fast-track erasure of grassroots legacy. History isn’t just a trophy—it feeds pride, regional unity, and the working class spirit that Tiger Pataudi symbolized. That said, MediaFx appreciates Sachin’s swift corrective move to keep Pataudi's memory alive—hallmarks of democratic socialism: respect tradition andĀ protect people’s cultural treasures. Let's demand that sportsboards always involve communities, not just corporate rebranding.

āœ… Final Take

āœ… Pros

āš ļø Cons

New names = appeal to youth, excitement, and fresh branding

Fans feel Pataudi’s legacy being erased too casually

Media-worthy, fosters modern icons

Lost symbolic bridge between India & England’s shared history

Keeps stakeholders happy (Eng & Ind boards)

Might set a precedent for replacing old trophies on demand

šŸ‘‡ Your Turn, Youth Squad!

What do you think—should trophies evolve with time 🌱 or stay untouchable monuments of history? Drop your thoughts below! šŸ‘‡šŸ‘‡

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