Crazy atmosphere: Sachin Tendulkar can't keep calm at Hockey World Cup final in Bhubaneshwar

Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar graced the Men's Hockey World Cup final with his presence at the Kalinga Stadium on Sunday.

Even though India crashed out after losing in the quarter-final, Tendulkar has gone to enjoy the sport and cheer Netherlands and Belgium as the two nations chase for the coveted trophy.

"Crazy atmosphere at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar for the Men’s #HWCFinal2018! Loving the energy and the passion for hockey in this stunning stadium! Kudos to @Naveen_Odisha & @TheHockeyIndia for putting up this world-class event!" Tendulkar tweeted with a picture of him from the Kalinga Stadium. 

Crazy atmosphere at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar for the Men’s #HWCFinal2018! Loving the energy and the passion for hockey in this stunning stadium! 

Kudos to @Naveen_Odisha & @TheHockeyIndia for putting up this world class event! #BELvNED @sports_odisha @FIH_Hockey pic.twitter.com/hZOvGzTkJT

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 16, 2018

Earlier in the day, Tendulkar had thanked the Indian and international hockey players to inspire the younger generation with their display of A-one hockey. 

"To all the Indian and international hockey players across the world who participated in the World Cup, it was joy to watch you and display your talent was truly special. What you have done is, you've inspired the younger generation to lift up a hockey stick and start chasing their dreams. So, thank you very much ffor doing so. I, for sure, will be there to watch the final in Bhubneshwar at the Kalinga Stadium. Look forward to seeing you guys. Enjoy the sport!" Tendulkar said in a video.

It has been a wonderful World Cup hosted in Odisha! This tournament will definitely inspire many young kids to take up Hockey as a sport. All the best to the Netherlands and Belgium teams for the Final today. See you there. #HWC2018 #HumBhiHockey #DilHockey pic.twitter.com/6VCpkwx8oC

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 16, 2018

Earlier, former cricket veterans like Anil Kumble and Virender Sehwag have visited Bhubaneswar for hockey matches. The inaugural ceremony of the world cup was attended by Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit, AR Rahman and Salman Khan.