Sachin Tendulkar and the applauding claps for him are just inseparable. The god for almost every rising Indian cricketers has turned 44 today. And, that is how we end up dedicating this article to this legend of Indian cricket team. Even after four years of his departure, his legacy continues and it will not end ever.
Possibly Unknown Facts About Sachin Tendulkar
1. Tendulkar Supported Pakistan Once
Tendulkar once fielded for Pakistan against India when he was substituted in a practice match at the Brabourne Stadium in 1988.
2. His First Car
The first car he bought was Maruti 800.
3. His Debut Match
During his debut match against Pakistan, he wore Sunil Gavaskar gifted pads.
4. First Man Ever
He was declared run out by the third umpire his match against South Africa in 1992. Well, that’s not the interesting fact but this is. The decision made him the first ever batsman who was declared run out by the third umpire.
5. Shane Warne On Sachin
Shane Warne once revealed that he is haunted by the nightmares of Sachin Tendulkar. He disclosed that “I’ll be going to bed having nightmares of Sachin just running down the wicket and belting me back over the head for six”.
6. Tihar Jail and Tendulkar’s Relation
A ward in Tihar jail is named after Tendulkar. Even, they have got another ward under the name of Vinod Kambli. This is to remind their unbroken partnership which helped them to score 664 runs in a school match.
7. First Man To Be Honored In Such A Way
He was graced with the honorary rank of Group Captain by the Indian Air Force even after he doesn’t belong to aviation background. This made him the first of this kind.
So, this sums up our facts about Sachin Tendulkar. Let us know what you know about this Indian legend.
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Tiru Dehariya
