New Delhi [India]: Cricketing icon Sachin Tendulkar celebrated his 52nd birthday on Thursday, marking over five decades of a life defined by extraordinary achievements and unmatched records on the cricket field.
Revered as one of the greatest batters of all time, Tendulkar holds the record for most international runs (34,357)—a feat that continues to stand the test of time. His 22-year career has become the gold standard for excellence in both Test and One-Day Internationals (ODIs).
In Test cricket, Tendulkar’s name is synonymous with elegance, consistency, and technical brilliance. He remains the only player with 200 Test appearances, amassing 15,921 runs, including 51 centuries and 2,058 boundaries—all format records. He also holds the distinction of being the fastest to reach 15,000 Test runs, achieving it in just 300 innings.
Tendulkar’s dominance extended to the ODI arena, where he remains a trailblazer. His 1998 season alone produced 1,894 runs and 9 centuries, a record for most runs and tons in a calendar year. Over his ODI career, he scored 145 half-centuries, 18,426 runs, and hit 2,016 fours, remaining at the top of multiple all-time charts. He was also the fastest to 18,000 ODI runs, reaching the mark in 440 innings.
Affectionately known as the ‘Master Blaster’ and ‘God of Cricket’, Tendulkar’s remarkable career was defined not only by numbers but by moments of sheer magic. He holds the record for:
- Most Player of the Match awards (76) across formats
- Most international fifties (264)
- Most scores in the 90s (28)
- Most international fours (4,076)
- Most centuries against a single team (20 vs Australia)
As fans across the globe celebrate his birthday, Tendulkar remains a timeless symbol of excellence, resilience, and humility in the world of sports. His legacy continues to inspire generations of cricketers and sports lovers worldwide.