Sachin Tendulkar is widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time. He was born on April 24, 1973, in Mumbai, India, and showed an early interest in cricket, starting to play at the age of 11.
Tendulkar's talent was quickly recognized, and he made his debut for the Indian national team at the age of just 16, in 1989. He quickly established himself as a key player, scoring his first international century in 1990, against England.
Over the next two decades, Tendulkar continued to rack up impressive statistics, becoming the leading run-scorer in both Test and One Day International cricket. He was also the first player to score 100 international centuries, a feat that earned him a place in the record books.
Tendulkar's career was not without its setbacks, however. He struggled with injuries at times, and faced criticism from some quarters for his leadership of the Indian team. Nevertheless, he remained a hugely popular figure in India, and was widely respected for his skill, dedication, and sportsmanship.
In 2013, Tendulkar announced his retirement from cricket, having played 200 Test matches and scored 15,921 runs at an average of 53.78. He also played 463 One Day International matches, scoring 18,426 runs at an average of 44.83.
Since retiring from the sport, Tendulkar has remained involved in cricket in various ways, including coaching and commentary. He has also been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, and induction into the International Cricket Council's Hall of Fame.
