This Day in 2003: Tendulkar's 98 and the Unforgettable Six Against Akhtar in India vs Pakistan

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Tendulkar's Iconic 98 Against Pakistan in 2003 World Cup: A Masterclass Under Pressure

Sachin Tendulkar countered pace with precision and handled spin confidently, including the leg-spin of Shahid Afridi. (Image: ICC/X, formerly Twitter)

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News18•01-03-2026, 08:10

Tendulkar's Iconic 98 Against Pakistan in 2003 World Cup: A Masterclass Under Pressure

•Sachin Tendulkar scored a magnificent 98 off 75 balls against Pakistan in the 2003 Cricket World Cup.
•He faced a formidable bowling attack including Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shoaib Akhtar, and Abdul Razzaq.
•Tendulkar's innings featured a famous six off Shoaib Akhtar and helped India chase down a target of 274.
•Despite cramps and discomfort, he held firm under pressure, laying the foundation for India's victory.
•Rahul Dravid and Yuvraj Singh completed the chase after Tendulkar's dismissal, securing a crucial win.

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