Tendulkar, 33, is the all-time leading run scorer in one-day internationals but has not been at his best for the past couple of years."To be honest, to play well and win the World Cup is our long cherished dream. Not only mine, but it's the team's dream," said Tendulkar."I have to admit the huge stage motivates me to showcase my talent." Despite his legendary status in the game Tendulkar, who will be playing in his fifth World Cup, has yet to win the tournament.In addition to holding the record for most ODI runs (14,783), he has also scored the most centuries (41) and won the most caps (381)."No one can deny the importance of an event that comes once in four years," Tendulkar told the Mumbai Mirror newspaper."The best will play against the best. That's something which excites any player. I, too, am ready for the challenge."Tendulkar has slipped down the order for India in recent times but remains the team's vice captain."This Indian side is giving me a very good feel," he said."Getting the right momentum will be a crucial factor. The team which can adapt to (the) wickets quickly will go ahead in the race."India won the tournament in 1983 and were beaten finalists in South Africa in 2003.They are in Group B with 1996 champions Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Bermuda.
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