Sachin helps eBay India make Rs. 1.2 million sale

The online auction phenomenon reached new heights due to one site – eBay. The popularity of the site has led to the launch of its territory-specific editions across the globe. EBay India has been around for a while, but hadn’t actually been as huge a hit as the real one. But things have changed for the good recently as eBay India has achieved its biggest sale so far (single sale for Rs. 1.2 million), with a little help from a gentleman named Sachin Tendulkar. The batting maestro had placed a private coaching camp for auction on eBay. The highest bidder will get the opportunity to learn the tricks and tactics of cricket from Sachin himself. The earnings will go to Apnalaya charity, a charity firm which helps slum children. The auction was so intensely fought that it tied up with two bidders, each placing Rs. 600,000 on the table. Eventually the camp was offered to both of them with the combined camp fee of Rs. 1.2 million. One of the bidders is from Whirlpool India, New Delhi while the other is a philanthropist from Mumbai. Now what do the winners get for all that money? The camp could take place on any day from October 2009 to March 2010 on any cricket ground in India. Winners will be given the details of the venue 30 days prior to the date of the camp. The winner could bring 14 persons along or come alone. The training will include batting techniques, inputs on fitness, practice routines to follow, developing match readiness and psychological training. The camp will be on a morning to noon schedule and will be followed by a photo shoot and lunch. Is it a value for money package? We’ll never know, but can make an educated guess that it’s the admiration for the legendary batsman and the added bonuses of fame and charity associated with the whole idea which drove these two bidders to shell out the cash.  Source:www.namasteshopper.com