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Sachin Tendulkar could play Doctor Strange: Benedict Cumberbatch

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Movie star Benedict Cumberbatch, who rose to stardom with his TV show Sherlock, said that cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar would fit really well into the role of superhero Doctor Strange.

According to reports, Cumberbatch, who is an ardent cricket fan, said that Graham Gooch was his hero growing up, and that he himself played cricket as a wicketkeeper. 

Answering Lee's questions on who would best fit the role of Doctor Strange, he said that "Sachin Tendulkar would do quite well and that he was extraordinary."

The actor was in conversation with Australian bowler Brett Lee as part of the promotional activities of Avengers: Infinity War press tour.

Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War is set to release in India on April 27.