“If efforts to do social work are couched in selfish motives, then they will die a premature death. Why would my efforts get politicised? I have values I inherited from my father. He helped many. Anyone, even a postman knocking on our door would get a glass of water and some sweets.”

“Sachin is passionate for cricket and fame is passionate for Sachin.”

“In cricket- be fit, be alert and be Sachin.”

“Sachin plays not only to be remembered but also to be repeated.”

“Sachin's straight drive is like fired bullet from most efficient gun.”

“Batting is like another language for Sachin, he always answers his critics by this language.”

“Century was an occasional thing in cricket, Sachin made it frequent.”

“Sachin is a genius in the world of cricket leaving behind all those who are only talented and intelligent.”

“Sachin has infinite capacity for taking pains and still making runs.”

“Sachin's pedal sweep confirmed that physical conditions and age cannot stop you from hitting boundaries.”

“Thanks to technology, the future generation will be able to see Sachin's recorded innings and will accept that our generation was most lucky.”