'God of Cricket' Sachin Turns 51: Celebs Wish Master Blaster on His Birthday
'God of Cricket' Sachin Tendulkar turned 51 today and the occasion was marked with an outpouring of wishes from fans, former teammates, and fellow sports personalities. Known for his remarkable career spanning over two decades, the batting maestro continues to inspire millions worldwide, not just in cricket but across various walks of life.
Often regarded as one of the greatest batters of all time, Tendulkar amassed an astonishing 33,727 runs during his illustrious international career before retiring in 2013. His retirement marked an emotional moment for fans with many shedding tears as the iconic figure bid farewell to the game he had graced for so long.
Former Indian teammates, including Yuvraj Singh and S Badrinath, were among the first to extend their heartfelt wishes to Tendulkar on social media. Ace shuttler Saina Nehwal also joined in the birthday celebrations, expressing her admiration for the cricketing legend.
Happy birthday paaji! 🎉 From smashing bowlers on the field to smashing life goals, you're the reason I learned to aim higher in life (and sometimes on the field too 🤪) Here's wishing you loads of love, good health and happiness always 🤗❤️@sachin_rt #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/t6qFKgKJmZ
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) April 24, 2024
Happy Birthday dearest @sachin_rt paaji! You are the reason why I took up the sport. Thank you for being an inspiration 🎂 Looking forward to some golf course partnerships soon 🤝 #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/k4sHWJRPGa
— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) April 24, 2024
Happy Birthday Paji, @sachin_rt ! 🎉 Your legendary career has inspired millions and your grace both on and off the field continues to set the bar. Wishing you health, happiness, and a year as splendid as your cover drives! 🏏 #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/PY3uDTtrAR
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) April 24, 2024
Happy Birthday paji @sachin_rt . Sending you lots of love and good vibes .. have a fantastic day. We all must meet soon and celebrate your birthday and dance on our fav song gili gilli londa 🕺 (Milkha Singh movie )dance . ❤️🙏🤗 #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/oUk8l7KiL6
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) April 24, 2024
Happy Birthday, @sachin_rt 🎂
— Saina Nehwal (@NSaina) April 24, 2024
Your journey from the pitch to the hearts of millions is a testament to your grit and dedication. Just like a perfect badminton serve, your passion for the game and beyond has been an ace! #HappyBirthdaySachin #SRT51 pic.twitter.com/21zhTrUkHW
Happy birthday to the cricketing genius who set the standard for batsmanship all across the globe! Have a great one @sachin_rt 🎂🤗 #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/UQvI9Hib50
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) April 24, 2024
Tendulkar's impact on cricket extends far beyond his remarkable on-field achievements. He is widely credited as the inspiration behind many modern greats, including Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who aspired to emulate his success and dedication to the sport.
Since his retirement, Tendulkar has remained actively involved in the game. He serves as the mentor for the five-time IPL champions, Mumbai Indians, and participates in the Road Safety World Series, a cricket tournament aimed at spreading awareness about road safety among the general public.
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