Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar turned 48 on Saturday, April 24. Tendulkar, who is considered 'God of Cricket' in India was born on this day in 1973. The 'Master Blaster', who has 100 international centuries to his name with over 34,000 runs, has been one of the best ever players to play the game.
As he turned one more year older, the wishes poured in from all corners for the former batsman. Tendulkar's former opening partner, Virender Sehwag and current Indian skipper Virat Kohli led the way as many former and current cricketers joined in to wish their best for him.
Not just cricketers - male or female - a few known Bollywood faces such as Anil Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit Nene also wished Tendulkar on his birthday. Here are some of the reactions and sweet wishes:
One of the greatest to have ever played the game and an inspiration to many. Happy Birthday @sachin_rt paaji.
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) April 24, 2021
#HappyBirthdaySachinTendulkar Paaji. May you remain healthy and happy.
On your birthday it’s my wish and prayer that just like you took our cricket team out of trouble many times, we as a nation are quickly able to come out of the challenging situation we are going through. pic.twitter.com/MV24yKtZEY
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) April 24, 2021
Warm birthday wishes @sachin_rt May God shower you with blessings today and always. Have a happy, healthy and a exceptional year Sach. pic.twitter.com/LazX3Pkeiz
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) April 24, 2021
Happy birthday to a great player and super team mate ..wishing u a healthy life ahead @sachin_rt
— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) April 24, 2021
Wishing a very happy birthday to @sachin_rt. So many fond memories of playing with you are a treat in itself. Hope you're doing well and my best wishes to you!#HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/FMoHIyFLlD
— DK (@DineshKarthik) April 24, 2021
When I met Sachin paaji for the first time at the age of 17, I was completely awestruck! I was thinking ,how can some1 shine so bright despite playing under D sun? Later realised the brightness was radiating from with in. Wishing you great health on you birthday @sachin_rt paji pic.twitter.com/4e7qKalOaD
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) April 24, 2021
Truly blessed to have been a small part in the journey of one of the most inspirational cricketers ever! Happy Birthday @sachin_rt , one of the most humble souls who bought joy to billions across the planet! Hope this year is filled with Happiness & Health for you God! pic.twitter.com/k7HdhMFvqu
— Kris Srikkanth (@KrisSrikkanth) April 24, 2021
Happy Birthday, legend @sachin_rt! Thank you for all the joy, pride and happiness you have given to our nation! pic.twitter.com/aTDTbTZIR3
— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) April 24, 2021
Many happy returns of the day @sachin_rt. काळजी घ्या. Happy birthday
— Madhuri Dixit Nene (@MadhuriDixit) April 24, 2021
Happy birthday @sachin_rt paijee. God bless you
— Stay home stay safe! Take your vaccine (@ashwinravi99) April 24, 2021
Happy birthday @sachin_rt sir. Thank you for inspiring us. Wishing you a wonderful day. #legend
— K L Rahul (@klrahul11) April 24, 2021
Wish you a very happy birthday sir @sachin_rt pic.twitter.com/mtOf8fpELf
— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) April 24, 2021
Happy birthday to the man whose passion for the game of cricket has inspired many generations.
Wishing you good health and happiness, Sachin Paaji.@sachin_rt
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) April 24, 2021
Many happy returns of the day @sachin_rt. Fortunate to have shared the dressing room with the master and a few partnerships as well. Wishing you health and happiness always pic.twitter.com/itiLzPZdH7
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) April 24, 2021
Watched him play and there he was becoming an inspiration for me and to many others across the world. Wishing you a healthy and a happy birthday @sachin_rt paaji..
— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) April 24, 2021
Happy birthday to The GOD of cricket @sachin_rt sir pic.twitter.com/t7U46xNoWL
— Deepti Sharma (@Deepti_Sharma06) April 24, 2021
Tendulkar, who has the highest number of runs in ODIs, 18426 and in the Tests 15921 retired from international cricket in 2013 after playing his last game at his home ground Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Since then, Tendulkar has been involved with the Mumbai Indians as their icon. Recently, he led the India Legends in the Road Safety World Series to the title where they defeated the Sri Lanka Legends in the final by 14 runs. Soon after that, Tendulkar tested positive for COVID-19 was later hospitalised as a precautionary measure.