Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar is an Indian former professional cricketer, born on April 24, 1973, in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time. Tendulkar began his professional career with Mumbai team before moving to the Indian National Cricket Team in 1989, where he won multiple titles, including the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup.

Tendulkar is known for his incredible batting technique, strength, run-scoring ability, and versatility. He has won numerous individual awards, including the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year in 2010, and holds multiple records, such as being the highest run scorer of all time in International cricket.

Off the field, Tendulkar is also recognized for his philanthropy and influence, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

Mumbai Team

• Youth and Early Career: Tendulkar was born and raised in Mumbai and joined the Mumbai cricket team in 1987. He made his first-team debut for Mumbai in 1988.

Indian National Cricket Team

• Early Success: Tendulkar signed with the Indian National Cricket Team in 1989. Under the guidance of various experienced captains, he developed into one of the world's best batsmen, winning multiple titles, and his first ICC Cricketer of the Year in 2010.

Later Career

• Record-breaking Career: In his 24-year long cricketing career, Tendulkar became the highest run scorer in the history of Test and ODI cricket. He is the only player to have scored one hundred international centuries, the first batsman to score a double century in an ODI, and the only player to reach more than 30,000 runs in international cricket. 
  Individual Awards: Tendulkar won numerous awards during his career, including the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year in 2010.

Indian National Cricket Team

• Debut: Made his debut for India in 1989.

Achievements:

• ICC World Cup: Winner in 2011.
• Tendulkar is India's all-time top scorer and is considered one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket.

• Position: Primarily a batsman, but also excels as a part-time bowler.
• Skills: Known for his impeccable batting technique, strength, run-scoring ability, and cricketing intelligence. Tendulkar is celebrated for his versatility, ability to adapt to different conditions and match situations.

• Family: Tendulkar has two children. He is married to Anjali Tendulkar.
• Philanthropy: Tendulkar is involved in various charitable activities and has donated significant sums to children's hospitals, cancer research, and disaster relief efforts.

• Sachin Tendulkar is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his work ethic, determination, and longevity in professional cricket. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the pitch, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most Runs in International Cricket:

• Over 34,000 runs

Most Centuries in International Cricket:

• 100 centuries

Most Runs in World Cups:

• Over 2,000 runs

Most Centuries in World Cups:

• 6 centuries

Books

• Tendulkar, S. (2014) Playing It My Way: My Autobiography. London: Hodder & Stoughton.
• Rajesh, S. (2019) Master Stroke: 100 Centuries of Sachin Tendulkar. New Delhi: Rupa Publications.

Websites

• ICC: Information about Sachin Tendulkar’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.icc-cricket.com
• BCCI: Details about Tendulkar’s career with the Indian National Cricket Team. Available at: https://www.bcci.tv
• ESPNcricinfo: Updates and records of Tendulkar in International cricket. Available at: https://www.espncricinfo.com

Articles

• BBC Sport: Sachin Tendulkar: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/22364681
• The Guardian: Sachin Tendulkar’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/sachin-tendulkar

Interviews and Documentaries

• Sachin: A Billion Dreams (2017): Directed by James Erskine. This documentary provides a detailed look at Tendulkar’s life and career, featuring interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues.
• ESPNcricinfo Interviews: Various interviews and features on Sachin Tendulkar, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.espncricinfo.com