Yuvraj Singh smashes 7 sixes as India Masters thrash Australia Masters by 94 runs to enter IML 2025 final

The Raipur crowd erupted in anticipation as Sachin Tendulkar walked out to take charge of India Masters' innings after being invited to bat by Australia Masters on a track tailor-made for batting, and the iconic batter turned back time with a brisk 42-run knock before Yuvraj Singh's vintage hitting powered them to a daunting 220/7.

Unfazed by the early losses of Ambati Rayudu and Pawan Negi , Tendulkar stood firm, rolling back the years with impeccable timing and elegance. Every flick and drive reminded the world why he remains a timeless maestro as he displayed his signature drives, sweeps and flicks, to ensure the scoreboard kept moving. At the other end, Yuvraj Singh made an emphatic start, launching a colossal six over midwicket to announce his arrival.

There was a brief hush in the stadium when Tendulkar survived two anxious moments on 25 and 35, but as soon as the danger passed, the iconic "Sachin! Sachin!" chants reverberated louder than ever. With the duo in full flow, their 47-run partnership for the third wicket ensured a strong foundation for a commanding total.