Gilchrist proposes a Waugh-Tendulkar Cup

Adam Gilchrist has proposed that India and Australia play each on January 26 in what he said should be called the Waugh-Tendulkar cup. January 26 is India's Republic Day, and is also celebrated as Australia Day, which makes it a big occasion for both countries.

"Given the passion for the game in the two countries," Gilchrist told the Press Trust of India, "I think it is a good idea to have a cricket match on this day. It could be an annual affair or once in two years or probably once in four years to start with."

Gilchrist proposed that just as the Test series between the two nations was named after two great players - the Gavaskar-Border Trophy - this could be named after two active icons of the game - Steve Waugh and Sachin Tendulkar. He said that it would be a great way to pay tribute to these two players.