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Sachin Tendulkar is a former Indian international cricketer widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the sport. Here are some key details about Sachin Tendulkar:
1. **Full Name:** Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar
2. **Date of Birth:** April 24, 1973
3. **Birthplace:** Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
4. **Playing Role:** Right-handed batsman
5. **International Debut:** Sachin Tendulkar made his debut for the Indian cricket team in Test matches at the age of 16 in 1989 against Pakistan. He made his One Day International (ODI) debut in the same year against Pakistan.
6. **Records and Achievements:**
- Tendulkar holds numerous records in international cricket, including being the leading run-scorer in both Test and ODI formats at the time of his retirement.
- He is the only player to score one hundred international centuries (100 centuries across Test and ODIs combined).
- Tendulkar has the most runs in ODIs and is the first player to reach 10,000 runs in ODIs.
- He is the only cricketer to have scored one double century in ODIs.
- Tendulkar was the first male player to reach 200 runs in an ODI innings.
7. **Indian Premier League (IPL):**
- In the Indian Premier League, Sachin Tendulkar represented the Mumbai Indians. He played for the franchise and later took on roles in mentorship and advisory capacities.
8. **Retirement:** Sachin Tendulkar retired from international cricket in 2013. His farewell Test match was played at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, where he bid an emotional farewell to the game.
9. **Post-Retirement Activities:**
- After retirement, Tendulkar has been involved in philanthropy, business ventures, and cricket-related activities.
- He was a mentor for the Mumbai Indians in the IPL and served as a mentor for the Indian team during the T20 World Cup.
10. **Awards and Honors:**
- Sachin Tendulkar received numerous awards during his career, including the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, in 2014.
- He was also honored with the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri, among other awards.
Sachin Tendulkar's impact on cricket, his records, and his sportsmanship have left an indelible mark on the game. He is celebrated not only in India but around the world for his contributions to cricket.
