At 51, he continues to mesmerise, making every game he plays a celebration of cricket
Legends are said to last forever. But some, like Sachin Tendulkar, refuse to slow down. Even at 51, the man who carried Indian cricket on his shoulders for more than two decades continues to wield the willow with finesse.
While the world presumed his retirement in 2013 signalled the end of an era, Tendulkar had other ideas. From cricket leagues that reintroduce former players to special celebrity matches, he has given his fans glimpses of the brilliance that once illuminated stadiums across the globe.
And now, in the 2025 International Masters League, he has turned back the years, reminding everyone why he remains known as the ‘Master Blaster.’ So, as we witnessing him take on bowlers once again, let us rewind and enjoy some of his most memorable innings since retirement.
Some tales may not necessitate a second chapter. Yet, Tendulkar is crafting his own epilogue, which is equally thrilling. In the International Masters League (IML) 2025, he performed remarkably against Australia Masters, scoring 64 runs off just 33 balls. He achieved a phenomenal strike rate of 193.93 with seven boundaries and four towering sixes. While the outcome may not have favoured India Masters, the fans received what they came for: an unforgettable Tendulkar innings.
What could be better than witnessing Tendulkar bat? Watching him bat as if he were in his prime! During the Road Safety World Series in 2022, he reminded everyone that timing and placement are timeless skills. He scored 40 runs off 20 balls against the England Legends, including three fours and three sixes. He dominated the game with a strike rate of 200 until he fell to Chris Schofield. The India Legends won by 40 runs, and Tendulkar was rightly named Player of the Match.
If cricket had a red carpet, this would be it. In 2015, cricket legends gathered for the Cricket All-Stars Series, and the biggest star delivered a masterclass in Los Angeles. Tendulkar scored 56 runs off 27 balls against Warne’s Warriors, including two boundaries and six sixes. Although his side, Sachin’s Blasters, lost, his innings were the match’s highlight.
Lord’s and Sachin Tendulkar—name a more famous combo. The hallowed grass of cricket’s most prestigious stadium has witnessed many greats, but few are as beloved as Tendulkar. In 2014, during a commemorative ODI match between Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) and the Rest of the World XI, he demonstrated once more why he is cricket’s immortal maestro. Tendulkar scored 44 from 45 balls and hit seven boundaries, including his famous straight drives and flicks.
Most athletes view retirement as the conclusion of their career. For Tendulkar, it represents a break between innings. His post-retirement performances may not be official records, but they have left an indelible impression on the hearts of fans who can’t get enough of him.
