Sachin Tendulkar unveils autobiography, gifts first copy to mother

New Delhi : Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Wednesday launched his autobiography – Playing It My Way – in the presence of his famous teammates.

- Before attending the launch event, Sachin gave first copy of book to his mother Rajni.

- Sachin then attended the event and gave a copy to his mentor and childhood coach Ramakant Achrekar.

- His daughter Sara was also present at the launch event.

- "I would like to present the first copy after launch to somebody very special in my life, Tendulkar said before handing over a copy of the book to a wheelchair-bound Achrekar. 

- Before the official launch of the book, a pre-launch ceremony was hosted by famous Harsha Bhogle.

- Teammates and famous characters who are featured in the book were the participants of pre-launch panel.

- The book has already hit controversy as Sachin slammed Chappell for some serious issues in team India.

- Many cricketers like Dravid, VVS Laxman and Harbhajan showed their support to Sachin and his claims against former Indian coach Greg Chappell.