Sachin Tendulkar, popularly known as the “Master Blaster,” has created numerous records throughout his illustrious cricket career. Today, as he celebrates his 51st birthday, let’s take a look at five remarkable records that Sachin has etched into the annals of cricket history.
1. Most International Runs
Sachin Tendulkar has amassed a staggering 34,357 runs in his international cricket career, making him the highest run-scorer in the history of the sport. Breaking this record seems nearly impossible. Currently, Virat Kohli holds the record for crossing the 25,000-run mark, but surpassing Sachin’s monumental tally remains a daunting task.
2. Most International Matches
Apart from being the highest run-scorer, Sachin Tendulkar has also played the most international matches in cricket history. He has participated in 664 international matches, a feat that may not be surpassed anytime soon. Following Sachin, Virat Kohli has played around 500 matches, but reaching Sachin’s record seems quite challenging.
3. Most Test Matches
Sachin Tendulkar has played nearly 200 Test matches in his career, a milestone that very few cricketers have achieved. While the frequency of Test matches has decreased over time, playing more than 100 Tests is still considered a remarkable achievement. James Anderson from England has played 187 Test matches, but whether he can break Sachin’s record remains to be seen.
4. Most Half-Centuries and Centuries
When it comes to scoring runs, Sachin Tendulkar has no equal. He has crossed the half-century mark approximately 264 times in his career, including 164 half-centuries and 100 centuries. This incredible tally of half-centuries and centuries is a testament to Sachin’s consistency and longevity in the game.
5. Most Fours
Sachin Tendulkar’s batting prowess is legendary, and he holds the record for hitting the most fours in international cricket. With over 4,076 fours in 664 matches, Sachin’s ability to find the boundary was unparalleled. Following Sachin, Kumar Sangakkara from Sri Lanka comes closest with 3,015 fours, but surpassing Sachin’s record is a monumental task.
Sachin Tendulkar’s records stand as a testament to his unparalleled skill, dedication, and longevity in the sport of cricket. As cricket fans, we continue to marvel at his achievements and celebrate his contributions to the game.