Sachin Tendulkar is an Indian professional cricket player. He was born on April 24, 1973 in Bombay. Tendulkar is considered by many to be one of the greatest batsmen of all time, holding several world records. Fans and commentators refer to him as the “Little Master” or “Master Blaster.”
Early Life and Career
Tendulkar was born in Mumbai. His elder brother, Ajit, introduced him to cricket. He began playing in the local team at Sharadashram Vidyamandir. During his school years, he underwent additional courses. At one point, he considered specializing in fast bowling, but his prospective coach stated that Tendulkar was too aggressive for that role.
In his childhood, Tendulkar dedicated a lot of time to training, and he was considered a prodigy in school and there was no doubt that the young boy had a bright future ahead. A series of successful games in school competitions paved the way for his entry into professional sports, where he laid the foundation for his future records.
Cricket Achievements
Sachin holds the world record for playing the highest number of Test matches and ODI matches. He has contributed to the highest number of victories by an Indian in both formats, achieving 72 wins in Test cricket and 234 wins in ODIs.
| Match results in Sachin’s International career | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | Won | Lost | Drawn | Tied | No result | |
| Test | 200 | 72 | 56 | 72 | 0 | – |
| ODI | 463 | 234 | 200 | – | 5 | 24 |
- In Test matches, he has been Man of the Match 13 times and Man of the Series four times
- In ODI, he has been Man of the Match 62 times and Man of the Series 15 times.
- 1994 – Arjuna Award, by the Government of India in recognition of his outstanding achievement in sports.
- 1997–98 – Khel Ratna Award, India’s highest honour given for achievement in sports.
- 1999 – Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award
- 2008 – Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian award.
- 2010 – Honorary Group Captain
- 2012 – Honorary Member of the Order of Australia, given by the Australian government.
- 2014 – Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award.
- 2019 – Inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.
Conclusion
Sachin Tendulkar’s journey in cricket is a narrative of extraordinary talent, unwavering commitment, and lasting modesty. From his early days as a child prodigy to his status as a national icon, Tendulkar has not only transformed Indian cricket but has also established a legacy that goes beyond geographical boundaries. His impact remains significant in shaping the future of cricket, both within the sport and in broader contexts.
