#HappyBirthdaySachin is one of the top trending hashtags on April 24 in India, and expectedly so!
The Master Blaster, as he is fondly referred to, has turned 45. The legendary batsman featured in 200 Tests and 463 One Day Internationals (ODIs), and scored 29,437 and 21,367 runs respectively at an average of 53.79 and 44.83. But what makes him a living legend is the fact that he has 100 international centuries, which is a staggering record for a cricketer to have. Among the many records, he also has the most number of World Cup runs scored by any batsman.
During the 90s, Sachin carried the hopes of a billion people on his shoulders every time he walked out to bat. There were times when fans used to switch off their television sets when he departed. One of his most special knocks is the Desert Storm in Sharjah 1998 when he ripped Shane Warne apart. Another time when he set the field on fire was his counter-attack against Pakistan in 2003 Cricket World Cup.
ALSO READ: IPL 2018: Prithvi Shaw Gets Emotional On-Field After Dropping Catch On His IPL Debut
Here is how the world wished Sachin Tendulkar on his birthday:
The Aussies Brett Lee, Brad Hodge wished him by strumming a guitar:
And here’s how the rest of the country wished the legend.
Warm wishes to the #MasterBlaster – the God of Cricket @sachin_rt on his birthday. You remain an inspiration for millions across the world. #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/uPbdGyNN7e
— Vasundhara Raje (@VasundharaBJP) April 24, 2018
Happy Birthday @sachin_rt . Wishes for a happy, healthy and joyous life. An institution of sports and a person with a golden heart, we are all proud of you #HappyBirthdaySachin
— Rajeev Shukla (@ShuklaRajiv) April 24, 2018
Wishing our Legendary MasterBlaster,God of Cricket @sachin_rt #SachinTendulkar, Happy Birthday #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/F6TS21NOEq
— Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) April 24, 2018
Woh sirf ek Cricketer nahi,
Duniya hai Meri !aur bahuton ki.
Many more happy returns of the day to a man who could stop time in India (literally) .Thank you for making the Cricket Bat such a great weapon, which later many like me could also use. #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/TVtpaxSiJz
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) April 24, 2018
Many many happy returns of the day @sachin_rt! You’ve been an inspiration to me and million others! Have a blaster of a year ahead! #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/x9poQPDwLy
— cheteshwar pujara (@cheteshwar1) April 24, 2018
The six over point at centurion, the desert storm in Sharjah, every single straight drive. After all these years I still smile like a child rewatching you play. Happy Birthday @sachin_rt 🙂 Hoping to play with you someday!#HappyBirthdaySachin #SachinTendulkar pic.twitter.com/9jinLQv83q
— Saiyami Kher (@SaiyamiKher) April 24, 2018
Happie Birthday to the living legend @sachin_rt _ You made us believe in Cricket. Have a great one __ _ #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/bTfR5pwdcQ
— Soundarya Sharma (@soundarya_20) April 24, 2018
Happy Birthday dear @sachin_rt . You are and will always remain an inspiration . It’s wonderful to see you contribute towards society with some really good initiatives even after your retirement. Wish you success always. #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/aWQxZ9kRjV
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) April 24, 2018
To the man who united a billion Indians and brought a smile to their faces everytime he walked out to bat. A dream that he turned into reality.
Sachin is an emotion.. Sachin is a phenomena!
Happy birthday, Paaji!! @sachin_rt
#HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/PRVNVnAFVw
— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) April 24, 2018
The Little Master set great records wearing a helmet! How about simply following his footsteps? #HappyBirthdaySachin @sachin_rt pic.twitter.com/16pGCXLOeY
— Mumbai Police (@MumbaiPolice) April 24, 2018
The boys made the most of MI Icon @sachin_rt‘s presence at training sessions. Take a look _
For more pictures, visit – https://t.co/7hsagTxTMe#CricketMeriJaan #MIvSRH #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/SoyX2wSfR4
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 24, 2018
Always held the country’s flag & head high! A life made so meaningful… #HappyBirthdaySachin @sachin_rt pic.twitter.com/3CdDFLzWsC
— Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) April 24, 2018
Happy Birthday, Master. You are an inspiration to all of us #HappyBirthdaySachin @sachin_rt pic.twitter.com/P4lJDYPHIj
— BCCI (@BCCI) April 24, 2018
From his maiden century to this fantastic photo – we continue our 45 reasons why we love @sachin_rt! __
12-22 __ https://t.co/L52g4DPJPx#Sachin45 #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/A8mLSy8huD
— ICC (@ICC) April 24, 2018
Happy birthday to the greatest batsman the world has even seen! Hope you have a great year ahead @sachin_rt paaji________ pic.twitter.com/Mjtt7N2No3
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) April 24, 2018
Inspirational. Impelling. Irreplaceable. Many happy returns to the greatest @sachin_rt wish you a great day pic.twitter.com/Lwu2sVMYBn
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) April 24, 2018
And finally, the legend himself took to social media to thank everyone who wished him.
I cannot thank you all enough for sending so much love to me. It really means a lot! Deeply grateful _ pic.twitter.com/zVkPGMZdXf
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) April 24, 2018
As Sachin grows a year older, we wish him a very happy birthday.
