Sachin Tendulkar is a former Indian cricketer widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket. Here are some interesting facts about him:
Sachin Tendulkar was born on April 24, 1973, in Mumbai, India.
He made his international debut for India at the age of 16 in 1989, becoming the youngest Indian player to do so.
Tendulkar holds numerous batting records, including the most runs scored in both Test and One Day International cricket.
He is the only player to score 100 international centuries, which is a remarkable feat.
Tendulkar was the first cricketer to score a double century in a One Day International match.
He is the only player to have scored 30,000 runs in all forms of international cricket combined.
In 2010, Tendulkar was awarded the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year.
Tendulkar retired from international cricket in 2013, after a career that spanned 24 years.
He is also known for his philanthropic work, having supported various causes such as education, healthcare, and disaster relief.
In 2012, Tendulkar was nominated as a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament.
Tendulkar was the first active cricketer to be conferred with the rank of Group Captain by the Indian Air Force.
In 1992, at the age of 19, Tendulkar became the first overseas player to represent Yorkshire in English county cricket.
He has been honored with several awards, including the Padma Shri, Padma Vibhushan, and Bharat Ratna, which is India's highest civilian award.
Tendulkar has also been involved in various business ventures, including co-owning the Indian Super League football team Kerala Blasters FC.
He has authored several books, including his autobiography "Playing It My Way," which became the best-selling autobiography in India in 2014.
Tendulkar was the first player to score 50 Test centuries, a feat that was later matched by only three other players.
He has played in six Cricket World Cups for India, helping the team win the tournament in 2011.
Tendulkar is known for his humility and sportsmanship, and he has often been referred to as the "God of cricket" by his fans.
He was named the greatest Test batsman of all time by Wisden Cricketers' Almanack in 2002.
Tendulkar's legacy continues to inspire millions of cricket fans around the world, and he remains a beloved figure in India and beyond.