Satya Nadella Reacts as Bill Gates and Sachin Tendulkar Introduce “Crennis,” Sparking Excitement Over Their New Collaboration
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella recently created a buzz by reacting to a viral video featuring cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. The clip, shared by Tendulkar on X (formerly Twitter), showcases an amusing game of “Crennis,” a unique fusion of cricket and tennis. This lighthearted moment quickly gained attention, with Nadella enthusiastically commenting, “Looks like I found my next sport! I look forward to trying my hand at Crennis with you both,” while tagging Bill Gates and Sachin Tendulkar.
In the video, Bill Gates appears ready for a game of tennis but is taken by surprise when Sachin Tendulkar introduces “Crennis,” an improvised blend of cricket and tennis. Gates, slightly puzzled, asks, “I thought we were playing tennis,” to which Tendulkar playfully responds, “Bill, I said Crennis—a little bit of cricket and a little bit of tennis.” The duo then engages in a lighthearted match, incorporating street-style cricket rules. At one point, Tendulkar declares Gates “out” using the informal “One tip, one hand—Gully Crennis” rule, bringing a touch of nostalgia for street cricket enthusiasts.
Adding to the fun, the video features a moment where Bill Gates is seen reading a book titled Rules of Crennis while they continue their unconventional match on a tennis court. Their friendly banter and seamless integration of cricket techniques with tennis elements make the video both engaging and entertaining. As the match comes to an end, Gates suggests, “Call it even?” to which Tendulkar agrees, responding with a cheerful “Done.” The duo then relishes Mumbai’s iconic street snack, vada pav, marking the perfect ending to their fun-filled encounter.
The video was captioned, “Sport teaches us teamwork, life demands the same. Crennis was fun, but the real action is brewing with Sachin Tendulkar Foundation & Gates Foundation.” While the exact nature of this collaboration remains undisclosed, the reference to both foundations hints at a possible upcoming initiative aimed at driving social change. Earlier this week, Gates had also shared a video on Instagram, showing him and Tendulkar enjoying vada pav together, with the caption, “A snack break before we get to work.” The closing phrase, “Serving soon,” has fueled further curiosity regarding their future plans.
With Satya Nadella expressing keen interest in trying his hand at Crennis, the unique fusion sport may gain even more attention in the coming days. Fans are eagerly waiting to see what’s next in store from this unexpected collaboration between two global icons.
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