When the name of ‘Pataudi Trophy’ was changed by Sachin Tendulkar, who first called? Master-blaster revealed

By Cross Talk India Team On Jun 19, 2025

India and England Test Series Trophy have been renamed from Pataudi Trophy to Sachin Tendulkar and James Anderson. Yes, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed this. The Pataudi Trophy has now been renamed Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

Sachin Tendulkar has revealed during an interview that as soon as he received the information about the change of name of the trophy, he immediately called and discussed about the matter. Let’s know who Sachin first called and why did Sachin call?

Why did Sachin contact the Pataudi family?

Sachin Tendulkar told in an interview to PTI that he knew that a few months ago BCCI and ECB retired the Pataudi Trophy. But as soon as he came to know that the trophy is now being named after him and Anderson, he immediately made the first phone to the Pataudi family.

He further stated that Tiger Pataudi played an important role in motivating many generations and it should never be forgotten by ignoring. Let me tell you, a big decision has been taken to remember the contribution of Tiger Pataudi.

“Pataudi Medal” started

The India and England Test Series Trophy has been renamed from the Pataudi Trophy to the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. But now “Pataudi Medal” has started. Now the captain of the team winning the series will be given ‘Pataudi Medal for Excellence’.

Two Cricketing icons. One Special Recognition 🤝

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– BCCI (@Bcci) June 19, 2025

Sachin Tendulkar was very happy with “Pataudi Medal”

This big decision has been taken after discussion between Sachin, ICC chairman Jai Shah and ECB officials. Sachin himself shared this information in the interview. Regarding this medal, Sachin said, “I am very happy that this kind of attention was given in our discussions and finally the option to give medals in his honor came out.”