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“The 2011 World Cup loss was very disappointing for me and my country, as a whole. But looking back, I believe India was the better team – it was at number 1 in that competition. Besides, it was Sachin Tendulkar’s last World Cup – he’d been aiming for the cup for over 5 years, and India had been waiting since 1983. So the god probably knew that Sachin should not retire without a World Cup, after all the records, all the accolades, and all that he has done for Cricket, he deserved a World Cup!”

A true cricketing icon in our midst, a man whose name resonates with the elegance of spin bowling and the glory of the sport – none other than Muthiah Muralidaran.

With mesmerizing bowling action and an unparalleled mastery of the game, Muttiah Muralitharan has bewildered and outclassed some of the finest batsmen across the globe. His record-breaking 800 Test and 534 One-Day International wickets stand testament to his exceptional skill and unwavering dedication to the sport.

Beyond the numbers, Muralidaran's journey is a testament to perseverance, passion, and sportsmanship. He not only conquered cricketing milestones but also became an inspiration for aspiring athletes worldwide. Moreover, his life off the pitch, as a devoted husband and father, adds depth to his incredible story.

Today, we delve deep into the life and times of this cricketing maestro. Join us as we uncover the journey of this spin sensation, the record-breaker, and a true gentleman of the game, Muthiah Muralidaran!

We talked about:
. Childhood as a cricketing prodigy
. Inspiration to become a cricketer
. First international match he watched – seeing Kapil Dev play
. Memories with competitors – on Sachin Tendulkar
. Losing 2011 World Cup
. On Sri Lanka's Cricket
. Predictions for 2023 WC
. His favourite players
. Tryst with IPL
. About 800, the biopic
. Advice to the youth

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