WATCH: Roger Federer plays Sachin's shot in tennis match, ICC takes this action

After beating Adrian Mannario, Federer will face South Africa's Kevin Anderson in the men's quarterfinals on Wednesday

Roger Federer, the Swiss tennis ace, recently grabbed the limelight after he played a cricket-style shot during a Wimbledon match against Adrian Mannario.

The 20-time Grand Slam champion was spotted practising his forward defence during the game. Mannario returned a backhand while Federer was spontaneous enough to showcase his cricketing style. His actions were captured on camera and the video was later shared on social media.

Ratings for @rogerfederer's forward defence, @ICC?#Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/VVAt2wHPa4

— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 9, 2018

Within no time, the video went viral in such a way that even Sachin Tendulkar noticed the Swiss maestro’s forward defence. The Indian cricketing legend then went on to invite Federer to ‘exchange notes on cricket and tennis’ after the tournament ends.

Here’s the post:

As always, great hand-eye co-ordination. @rogerfederer, let’s exchange notes on cricket and tennis after you win your 9th @Wimbledon title https://t.co/2TNUHGn1zK

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 10, 2018

Well, Federer was quick in replying to the master blaster as well. He completely agreed with Tendulkar and stated that ‘he is ready’.

why wait? I'm ready to take notes! @sachin_rt https://t.co/UjH5m1wuNT

— Roger Federer (@rogerfederer) July 10, 2018

Apart from these two, the International Cricket Council also appreciated Federer’s skills. To acknowledge his greatness, they even altered the ICC Test Batsman ranking and put his name on the list at No. 1 position.

*sigh* ok... pic.twitter.com/KXnhaznxL8

— ICC (@ICC) July 9, 2018

It will be interesting to see if Federer fulfils Sachin’s demand – to the 9^th Wimbledon title.

After beating Adrian Mannario, Federer will face South Africa's Kevin Anderson in the men's quarterfinals on Wednesday