Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar, the highest run-scorer in the history of international cricket, turned 53 on Friday. Thirty-seven years after he first made his international debut as a 16-year-old in 1989, the man widely regarded as the greatest batter of his generation continues to hold an unshakeable grip over the sport’s collective memory.
Tendulkar’s 24-year career yielded 34,357 international runs and 100 centuries, records that still remain untouched. More than the numbers, it was his ability to shoulder the expectations of a billion fans that set him apart. From his debut as a 16-year-old against Pakistan to his emotional farewell at the Wankhede in 2013, Tendulkar’s journey mirrored India’s rise as a cricketing superpower.
Perfect start to my day with Aai, Anjali and the trouble maker! What more could a man ask for? ❤️
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt)
With the ‘Master Blaster’ turning 53, here are 53 of Tendulkar’s most mesmerising and unique records:
