Tendulkar seeks coach Achrekar’s blessings on ‘Guru Purnima’

TIL Desk Sports/ Sachin Tendulkar bows to his childhood coach, Ramakant Achrekar. On the occasion of ‘Guru Purnima’, the batting legend paid a special visit to Achrekar. The Tendulkar-Achrekar story needs no introduction.

Tendulkar touched the 86-year-old’s feet and thanked him for all he did for him over the years. “Today, #GuruPurnima, is the day we remember those who have taught us to be better versions of ourselves. Achrekar Sir, I couldn’t have done all this without you.

 Don’t forget to thank your gurus and take their blessings. #AtulRanade and I just did,” the legend tweeted. ‘Guru Purnima’ is a festival dedicated to teachers; it is traditionally celebrated to express gratitude to them.