Kashmir Willow Bats Get Star Endorsement: Sachin Tendulkar Impressed by Quality During Charsoo Awantipora Visit
Sachin Tendulkar's Visit to South Kashmir Bat Manufacturing Unit: A Potential Game-Changer for the Industry
Srinagar, 24-02-2024 : Renowned cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, along with his wife Anjali and daughter Sara, paid a visit to a bat manufacturing unit in south Kashmir on Saturday, eliciting excitement and anticipation for a potential industry boost. Spending nearly an hour at the MJSports bat manufacturing unit located in Charsoo Awantipora, the cricket legend’s presence was hailed as a significant development for the region’s cricket bat industry.
Owner Mohammad Shaheen Parrey expressed optimism about Tendulkar’s visit, noting its potential to elevate the demand for Kashmir willow bats, a specialty of the region. Tendulkar, renowned for his cricketing prowess, displayed a keen interest in Kashmir cricket bats, engaging in discussions and expressing admiration for the quality produced by the MJ Sports unit.
During his visit, Tendulkar immersed himself in the intricacies of bat making, staying for at least an hour to observe the craftsmanship firsthand. The significance of his visit resonates deeply in an area boasting over 300 bat manufacturing units, collectively supplying approximately four million cricket bats worldwide.
The impact of Kashmir’s cricket bats extends beyond regional boundaries, as evidenced by Junaid Sidique’s remarkable feat during the 2022 T20 cricket world cup. Utilizing a Kashmir willow bat manufactured by GR8 sports, based in Anantnag district, Sidique’s powerful stroke resulted in the tournament’s longest six, further underscoring the global relevance and quality of Kashmir’s cricket bat industry.
