The Man Behind the Milestones
The man who doesn’t need an identity to prove himself? We all know the legendary player Sachin Tendulkar, who remains to us as the “GOD OF CRICKET.”
He is one of those who change the definition of cricket games. His journey from a young boy to a cricket legend is an inspiration for a million cricket enthusiasts.
In this blog, we will discuss Sachin Tendulkar’s records and stats in cricket history.
His Debut and Retirement: Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar was born on 24 April 1973 in Bombay, Maharashtra, and at the age of 16, he debuted in the international test cricket match against Pakistan in Karachi National Stadium. In this game, he faced the Pakistani deadly attack bowlers by making 15 runs in his first match.
When Sachin Tendulkar retired from cricket on 16 November 2013, the cricket fans witnessed the end of an era, but his legacy lived on in records and numbers.
The 100-Century Milestone: Cricket’s Ultimate Record
Scoring a century is a dream, but scoring the 100th century is history. His continuous fine performance pushes him to reach the 100th century on the 16th March, 2012. He is master of the ODI and Test formats; after hitting 51 test centuries and 49 ODI centuries, he created a milestone that is still unbreakable in the cricket realm. This is just the tip of the iceberg of Sachin Tendulkar’s records.
Full List of Key Records: Format-Wise Breakdown
Category | Records | Details |
Test Matches | Matches Played | 200 |
Total Runs | 15,921 | |
Test Centuries | 51 | |
Half-centuries (50s) | 68 | |
Highest Score | 248* vs Bangladesh (2004) | |
Debut Test | vs Pakistan, 1989 | |
Final Test | vs West Indies, Nov 2013 | |
Most Runs in a Calendar Year (Tests) | 1,562 (2010) | |
Most 100s in a Calendar Year (Tests) | 9 (2010) | |
ODI Matches | Matches Played | 463 |
Total Runs | 18,426 | |
ODI Centuries | 49 | |
Half-centuries (50s) | 96 | |
Highest Score | 200* vs South Africa (2010) | |
First ODI Century | vs Australia (1994) | |
Most Runs in a Calendar Year (ODIs) | 1,894 (1998) | |
Most 100s in a Calendar Year (ODIs) | 9 (1998) | |
Overall (All Formats) | Total International Runs | 34,357 (Tests + ODIs + T20Is) |
Total Centuries (International) | 100 (51 Tests, 49 ODIs) | |
Total Matches Played | 664 (200 Tests, 463 ODIs, 1 T20I) | |
Man of the Match Awards (ODIs) | 62 Most in ODI history | |
Man of the Series Awards (ODIs) | 15 – Most in ODI history | |
World Cups | World Cup Appearances | 6 (1992–2011) |
Most World Cup Runs | 2,278 runs in 45 matches | |
Most Runs in a Single World Cup | 673 runs (2003 World Cup) |
Source: https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/sachin-tendulkar-35320/tests-odi-t20-records
The Nervous 99s: How many times has he been out, 99s?
The great records come with dedication and discipline. He was knocked out 27 times in the 90s. 17 times in ODIs and 10 times in test cricket, he was knocked out in ODIs.
- 99 vs South Africa at Belfast
- 99 vs England at Bristol
- 99 vs Pakistan at Mohali
One time in a test cricket match, he was knocked out at 99 vs Sri Lanka, Colombo (2002).
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Sachin Tendulkar: World Cup & Major tournament records
He has the most record of most runs in World Cup history, that is 2278 runs, with an average of 56,95 %. He has continuously played in the World Cup from 1998 to 2011. He is the one who holds the records of the most 50+ scores in World Cup history (21) and was named Player of the Tournament in 2003. Finally, in 2011, the moment came in his life, and he lifted the World Cup trophy.
Bowling & All-Round Contributions
Tendulkar is known for his explosive batting, but we don’t forget that he also contributed with the ball in cricket games. He took 154 wickets in the ODIs and 46 wickets in the test cricket.
His spin proved advantageous at crucial times, like during the 1993 Hero Cup semi-final, where he bowled the last over and helped India secure victory by stopping South Africa from making 6 runs.
Captaincy and Mentorship
He was a different captain with a calm and sharp mindset. He led 25 test matches and won 4, and in ODI matches, his number was also good, which is 23 from 73 ODI matches.
Though his captaincy wasn’t much of a success, he played a major role in promoting youngsters such as Sehwag, Yuvraj, and Dhoni and left an impact on Indian cricket.
IPL & Domestic Career
He played 78 IPL matches from 2008 to 2013 and scored 2334 runs, with an average of 33.83 and a strike rate of 119.82.
Sachin was awarded the Orange Cap for his highest run scorer (618). He also became the first Indian to achieve a century in the IPL, with a 100* against Kochi Tuskers Kerala in 2011. His career in domestic cricket with Mumbai was from 1988 to 2013.
Awards, Honours & Legacy
Sachin has been awarded the highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna. He was the first sportsman who had it. He has also been awarded:
- Padma Vibhushan,
- Padma Shri,
- Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna.
Wisden called him the world’s greatest cricketer, and there are stand dedicated to him at Wankhede Stadium, and there is also a Wax statue of him at Madame Tussauds museum.
Interesting Facts & Emotional Moments
Sachin holds the record for most 90s scores in ODIs (18). He recorded the longest two-Test centuries gap, from 2005 to 2007. He shared a 20th-century record with Rahul Dravid, a world record, and played with 282 different teammates. Despite suffering from grave injuries such as a broken toe, tennis elbow, and backache, he never lost his determination and passion for playing.
Conclusion
The story of Sachin Tendulkar is not only one of numbers; it’s all about the consistency, humility, and unparalleled greatness. His records are not just numbers, but they have ruled the cricket fans’ hearts. From ruling the world with his bat to finally winning the World Cup, the name Sachin will forever remain a symbol of cricket.