Sachin Tendulkar’s recently released autobiography ‘Playing it My Way’ has been making the headlines for the legendary cricketer’s remarks on former Indian head coach Greg Chappell – specifically his revelations on how the Australian great tried to replace Rahul Dravid as captain months ahead of the 2007 50-over World Cup – and for his views on Multan declaration, which he refers to in his book as a decision that did not make sense.
Tendulkar, speaking at the UK launch of his book, in London, today clarified that his intention was not to create a dispute. He said: "I have not tried to create controversies intentionally. Certain statements I make in the book have made headlines but the idea was not to make headlines.”
When asked why he remained tight-lipped about these issues all this while, the 41-year-old said: "During my playing days, I felt all my energy should focused in one direction, which is scoring runs and winning matches for India. And I honestly didn't have the time or energy for anything else. But now my career is over I thought it was only fair I brought this out and let people know what I have been through."
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