Sachin Tendulkar wants to wave the 'tiranga' at Rio 2016

Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar may have retired from cricket but he sure has not lost the love for sports and his country

Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar may have retired from cricket but he sure has not lost the love for sports and his country.

The former Mumbai batsman urges his fellow countrymen to cheer for the Indian contingent at the upcoming Olympics held in Rio.

The batting star posted a picture on Twitter along with a motivating message as he is seen raring to go.

Thrilled to go to Rio and cheer for team India! Chalo Rio mein tiranga lehraein!!!! Come on team India! pic.twitter.com/Op1gRA1Arp

— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 1, 2016

India have a list of stars who will be looking to bring their best at the upcoming tournament.

The Rio 2016 Olympics begin on August 5.

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