Sachin Tendulkar hospitalised after contracting coronavirus

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Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has been admitted to a hospital as a precautionary measure after testing positive for the novel coronavirus.

Tendulkar, 47, who initially quarantined at home for six days, is one of the most high-profile cases of a new pandemic surge in India.

“As a matter of abundant precaution under medical advice, I have been hospitalised,” the batting hero said on Twitter.

“I hope to be back home in a few days. Take care and stay safe everyone.”

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