Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar is a former Indian cricketer born on 24 April 1973 in Mumbai. He made his international debut against Pakistan in November 1989, aged 16, and retired from international cricket on 16 November 2013. Across 24 years, he became the first player to make 100 international centuries and finished with 34,357 international runs.
His career connects several generations of Indian cricket. From a teenage Test debut to the 2011 World Cup victory, Tendulkar became known for his technique, preparation and ability to score in different conditions.
| Biography Snapshot | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar |
| Born | 24 April 1973, Mumbai, India |
| Role | Right-handed batter; occasional right-arm bowler |
| International Debut | 15 November 1989, India v Pakistan, Test match |
| International Retirement | 16 November 2013 |
| Final International Record | 200 Tests, 463 ODIs and one T20I |
| International Runs | 34,357 |
| International Centuries | 100 |
| Major Honour | Bharat Ratna, 2014 |
Early Life And Cricket Training
Tendulkar grew up in Mumbai and trained under coach Ramakant Achrekar. His progress through school cricket was rapid. In 1988, he made an unbeaten 326 in a 664-run school partnership with Vinod Kambli. That same year, he scored a century on his first-class debut for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy.
He made his Test debut on 15 November 1989 in Karachi against Pakistan. His early international career placed him against a strong Pakistan attack, but he soon showed the technique and concentration that would define his batting. His first Test century came against England in 1990.
International Records And World Cup Success
Tendulkar finished with 200 Tests and 15,921 Test runs, alongside 463 ODIs and 18,426 ODI runs. His 100 international centuries comprised 51 in Tests and 49 in ODIs. He also played one T20 International and scored 10 runs, taking his overall record to 664 international appearances.
His main contribution was as a batter who could adapt from Test cricket to one-day cricket. He was also an occasional bowler and took wickets at important moments.
In 2010, he became the first male player to score 200 in a men’s ODI. In the 2011 World Cup, he was India’s leading run-scorer as the team won the title after a 28-year wait. He had earlier been named Player of the Tournament at the 2003 World Cup.
IPL Journey And Retirement
Tendulkar played for Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. He captained the side in its early seasons, won the leading-run-scorer award in 2010 and was part of the team that won the 2013 IPL title.
His international farewell came after his 200th Test at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. That match ran from 14 to 16 November 2013, allowing him to end his India career in front of his home crowd. His playing records are final career totals, rather than ongoing statistics.
Awards And Recognition
His national honours include the Arjuna Award in 1994, the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna in 1998, the Padma Shri in 1999 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2008. He received the Bharat Ratna in 2014; the award was presented at Rashtrapati Bhavan on 4 February 2014.
Tendulkar was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2019. The recognition followed a career in which he set the leading Test and ODI run totals at the time of his retirement.
Family And Life After International Cricket
Tendulkar married Anjali in 1995. Their children are Sara and Arjun; Arjun also pursued a cricket career.
After retirement, Tendulkar continued to contribute through mentoring and public work. He has also supported children-focused initiatives through the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation. His post-playing work is a separate chapter from the international records he completed in 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Sachin Tendulkar’s Full Name?
His full name is Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar.
When Did Sachin Tendulkar Make His International Debut?
He made his Test debut against Pakistan on 15 November 1989 in Karachi, aged 16.
When Did Sachin Tendulkar Retire From International Cricket?
He retired on 16 November 2013 after playing his 200th Test at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
How Many International Runs And Centuries Did He Score?
He finished with 34,357 international runs and 100 international centuries: 51 in Tests and 49 in ODIs.
