Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and English county Middlesex joined forces to launch an academy to teach young cricket aspirants. 

The academy, Tendulkar Middlesex Global Academy, will provide training for children between the ages of nine and 14 through a curriculum developed by the coaches at the county and 

Tendulkar said that the objective of the academy is not only to produce good cricketers, but also good global citizens.

The academy began with the launch of its first cricket camp at Merchant Taylor's School in Northwood on August 6. 

Meanwhile, more camps have been planned in Mumbai, London and further afield.

"I am delighted to be partnering with Middlesex Cricket on this new venture. The objective is not only to produce good cricketers but also good global citizens of the future. Through this association, Middlesex and I are focused on providing the very best in cricket education, as much as possible, for our students," Tendulkar said.

Source: NDTV Sports

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