Sachin Tendulkar recounted requesting his final match to be in Mumbai so his mother could watch him play live for the first time. He shared emotional moments from that game and reflected on India's 2011 World Cup win at Wankhede, highlighting his profound experiences at the stadium. Sachin also reflected on another iconic moment at Wankhede—India's victory in the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup.
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