CBI officials visit Tendulkar's residence

Even as former Indian skipper and star all rounder Kapil Dev was deposing before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the capital on Thursday, Sachin Tendulkar was paid a visit by members of the same investigating agencies. Although Kapil Dev was asked some difficult questions, Tendulkar was on a completely different wicket. There have been no accusations leveled against the batting maestro thus far, in a controversy that has been reduced to a mud-slinging contest by various officials and former cricketers.

Tendulkar was not questioned in an official capacity. His premises were not searched or raided. As a key member of the squad, his opinions were sought on various matters peripheral to the matchfixing controversy. It is reported that he was asked whether any `outsiders' frequented the Indian dressing room during international matches. Tendulkar informed the Press Trust of India, by a faxed statement, that he was met informally by RN Sawani (joint director of CBI's special crime branch) and Ganapathy.

Tendulkar was asked for his opinions on the atmosphere in the dressing room, relationship between players and similar aspects. In conclusion, Tendulkar is quoted as having said "They also wanted to know my suggestions to bring improvements in the game."