Indian cricket legend Virender Sehwag has revealed that he has misplaced the bat he used to score his famous 293 against Sri Lanka in 2009. Sehwag, known for his aggressive batting style, posted a photo on Instagram featuring his most memorable bats but noted that the one from his highest score was missing.
Sehwag’s iconic 293 came in a Test match against Sri Lanka at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. The former cricketer is the first Indian player to achieve a triple century in Test matches. He also holds the distinction of being the only Indian player to have achieved two triple centuries in Test cricket.
Unfortunately for Sehwag, he fell just seven runs short of becoming the first player ever to score three triple centuries in Test cricket during his innings of 293 against Sri Lanka. However, the missed opportunity wasn’t the only disappointment for him. Sehwag had made a pact with his teammate Sachin Tendulkar, who promised to fulfill any request if Sehwag managed to score a triple century. But with falling short of the milestone, Sehwag couldn’t make the special request to the Master Blaster.
Sehwag’s Instagram post read, Bat mein hai dum – 309, 319, 219, 119, 254. Pyaare saathi. Lost 293 waala. The former cricketer’s fans are now eagerly awaiting any updates on the whereabouts of the missing bat.
Since retiring from cricket, Sehwag has become a popular commentator for international matches involving India and the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has amassed a huge fan following over the years, thanks to his aggressive and entertaining style of play.
It’s unclear how or when Sehwag misplaced the bat, but the missing piece holds significant sentimental value for him. While it may be disappointing for the former cricketer, fans remain hopeful that the lost bat will eventually resurface.
Sehwag’s post has generated a buzz among cricket enthusiasts, who have flooded the comments section with messages of support and encouragement. Many have expressed their admiration for the legendary player and hoped that the missing bat would be found soon.
As Sehwag continues to make a mark on the cricketing world through his commentary and insights, fans can’t help but reminisce about his illustrious career and the moments he created on the field. Even without the missing bat, Sehwag’s records and achievements will forever be etched in cricketing history.
