On 19th March 2002, Sachin Tendulkar, the world cricketing legend, achieved a feat which will remain immortal in the annals of cricketing history. On that day, he drew level with his batting idol, the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, in terms of the most Test centuries scored by an Indian batsman.
Sachin, who was already on the way to becoming a cricketing legend, had been in pursuit of Gavaskar’s record for some time. He had scored his first hundred in Tests in 1990 against England at Old Trafford, but was still trailing Gavaskar’s record of 34 centuries in Test matches.
The moment came on 19th March 2002, when Sachin scored a brilliant century in the second Test against the West Indies at St. John’s, Antigua. His innings of 116 runs off 212 balls was a masterclass in batting and showcased Sachin’s immense talent. It was a moment of great pride for the Indian cricket team, and Sachin was warmly congratulated by his teammates and the Indian public.
The century also marked the beginning of an era in which Sachin would become the undisputed king of cricket, with his batting and leadership skills. He went on to break Gavaskar’s record and became the first Indian batsman to score over 50 Test centuries. He also surpassed Gavaskar’s record of the most Test runs scored by an Indian batsman, and is currently the highest run-scorer in Test cricket history.
Sachin’s achievements have been a source of inspiration for generations of aspiring cricketers. He has also been an ambassador for the game of cricket, and has helped to spread the sport to new markets. His legendary status is a testament to his incredible talent and dedication, and his achievements will be remembered for generations to come.
On this day 19 years ago, Sachin Tendulkar drew level with his batting hero and proved that he was the rightful heir to the throne of Indian cricket. His feat will remain an inspiration to aspiring cricketers all over the world, and will continue to motivate future generations to strive for excellence in the game of cricket.
