Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar has been admitted to hospital days after testing positive for COVID-19. Tendulkar took to Twitter and shared this news with fans.&nbsp;

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The Master Blaster, who was showing mild symptoms after getting infected, said that the decision was purely out of precaution and medical advice.&nbsp;

Tendulkar was hospitalised on the 10th anniversary of India's 2011 ICC World Cup triumph. He tweeted: "Thank you for your wishes and prayers. As a matter of abundant precaution under medical advice, I have been hospitalised. I hope to be back home in a few days. Take care and stay safe everyone. Wishing all Indians &amp; my teammates on the 10th anniversary of our World Cup win."

India reported 81,466 new COVID-19 infections on Friday, the highest daily number in six months, as several states were hit by a second wave of the coronavirus.

Health ministry data showed the total number of cases surged to 12.3 million, making India the third-most hit country from the virus after the United States and Brazil. The number of those dead rose by 469 to 163,396.

The former Indian cricketer recently led his side, Indian Legends, in the Road Safety Cricket Series which was played in Raipur. Indian Legends defeated Sri Lanka Legends by 14 runs on Sunday and lifted the trophy.

Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar has been admitted to hospital days after testing positive for COVID-19. Tendulkar took to Twitter and shared this news with fans.

Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar has been admitted to hospital days after testing positive for COVID-19. Tendulkar took to Twitter and shared this news with fans. ALSO READ: Maharashtra announces night curfew after sharp rise in COVID cases The Master Blaster, who was showing mild symptoms after getting infected, said that the decision was purely out of precaution and medical advice. Tendulkar was hospitalised on the 10th anniversary of India's 2011 ICC World Cup triumph. He tweeted: "Thank you for your wishes and prayers. As a matter of abundant precaution under medical advice, I have been hospitalised. I hope to be back home in a few days. Take care and stay safe everyone. Wishing all Indians & my teammates on the 10th anniversary of our World Cup win." India reported 81,466 new COVID-19 infections on Friday, the highest daily number in six months, as several states were hit by a second wave of the coronavirus. Health ministry data showed the total number of cases surged to 12.3 million, making India the third-most hit country from the virus after the United States and Brazil. The number of those dead rose by 469 to 163,396. The former Indian cricketer recently led his side, Indian Legends, in the Road Safety Cricket Series which was played in Raipur. Indian Legends defeated Sri Lanka Legends by 14 runs on Sunday and lifted the trophy.

Sachin Tendulkar hospitalised 'on medical advice', days after testing positive for COVID-19

Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Friday donated Rs 50 lakh in a bid to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, which continues to spread like a wildfire. In India, at least 735 people have been tested positive for COVID-19 with 17 losing their lives.&nbsp;Tendulkar’s donation is the biggest among leading sportspersons as some of them have donated their salaries whereas others have contributed with medical equipment to fight back against the deadly virus.

"Sachin Tendulkar decided to contribute Rs 25 lakh each to Prime Minister's Relief Fund and Chief Minister's Relief Fund in his bid to join the fight against COVID-19. It was his decision that he wanted to contribute to both funds," a source privy to the development, told PTI on conditions of anonymity.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has taken away more than 24,000 lives globally with almost every country being locked down to the curb the spread of the novel coronavirus.&nbsp;

Tendulkar has been one of the sportspersons to be really active on social media to spread awareness among his fans and followers about the seriousness of the COVID-19. While Tendulkar has regularly posted updates on how to tackle the deadly virus, the Master Blaster has posted several videos urging everyone to follow the advisory by the Indian government and Health Ministry.

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The former Indian captain has been associated with a lot of charity worked and has stepped up several times to help the needy.&nbsp;

Other notable cricketers – Irfan and Yusuf Pathan – donated 4,000 face masks to Baroda police and health department whereas Mahendra Singh Dhoni made a contribution of Rs 1 lakh through a Pune based NGO.

Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Friday donated Rs 50 lakh in a bid to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, which continues to spread like a wildfire.

Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar on Friday donated Rs 50 lakh in a bid to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, which continues to spread like a wildfire. In India, at least 735 people have been tested positive for COVID-19 with 17 losing their lives. Tendulkar’s donation is the biggest among leading sportspersons as some of them have donated their salaries whereas others have contributed with medical equipment to fight back against the deadly virus. "Sachin Tendulkar decided to contribute Rs 25 lakh each to Prime Minister's Relief Fund and Chief Minister's Relief Fund in his bid to join the fight against COVID-19. It was his decision that he wanted to contribute to both funds," a source privy to the development, told PTI on conditions of anonymity. ALSO READ: MS Dhoni donates to help 100 poor families in Pune during COVID-19 pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has taken away more than 24,000 lives globally with almost every country being locked down to the curb the spread of the novel coronavirus. Tendulkar has been one of the sportspersons to be really active on social media to spread awareness among his fans and followers about the seriousness of the COVID-19. While Tendulkar has regularly posted updates on how to tackle the deadly virus, the Master Blaster has posted several videos urging everyone to follow the advisory by the Indian government and Health Ministry. ALSO READ: 'IPL can wait till situation gets normal' :Rohit Sharma as India continues to battle accelerated coronavirus The former Indian captain has been associated with a lot of charity worked and has stepped up several times to help the needy. Other notable cricketers – Irfan and Yusuf Pathan – donated 4,000 face masks to Baroda police and health department whereas Mahendra Singh Dhoni made a contribution of Rs 1 lakh through a Pune based NGO.

Sachin Tendulkar steps forward again, donates Rs 50 lakh to fight COVID-19

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Sachin Tendulkar hospitalised 'on medical advice', days after testing positive for COVID-19

Sachin Tendulkar steps forward again, donates Rs 50 lakh to fight COVID-19