Sachin Tendulkar was born on April 24, 1973, at Nirmal Nursing Home in Dadar, Bombay (now Mumbai) to a Maharashtrian family. His father, Ramesh Tendulkar, was a Marathi-language novelist and poet while his mother, Rajni, worked in the insurance industry.

• Parents:
  Ramesh Tendulkar (Father)
  Rajni Tendulkar (Mother)
• Siblings:
  Nitin Tendulkar
  Ajit Tendulkar
  Savita Tendulkar
• Spouse:
  Anjali Tendulkar
• Children:
  Sara Tendulkar
  Arjun Tendulkar

Sachin looked up to tennis star John McEnroe and played the sport himself for a while. 

At the age of 11, his half-brother introduced him to cricket, and he went on to become India’s youngest Test cricketer at just 16 years old.

Began his schooling at Sharadashram Vidyamandir School in Mumbai, where he met his coach Ramakant Achrekar, and with him, he made the beginning of his remarkable career in the sport.

• On November 14, 1987, at age 14, Tendulkar was selected for Bombay in the Ranji Trophy but didn't play in the final eleven, often serving as a substitute fielder.
• He made his first-class debut on December 11, 1988, at 15 years and 232 days, scoring 100 not out against Gujarat at Wankhede Stadium, becoming the youngest Indian to achieve this.
• Bombay captain Dilip Vengsarkar selected Tendulkar after observing him practice with Kapil Dev.
• Tendulkar followed up his debut with centuries in both the Deodhar and Duleep Trophy tournaments.
• He finished the 1988–89 Ranji Trophy season as Bombay's top run-scorer, with 583 runs at an average of 67.77, ranking eighth overall.
• In 1988 and 1989, he toured England with a young Indian team under the Star Cricket Club banner.
• In the 1990–91 Ranji Trophy final, he scored 96 runs from 75 balls in a near-victory against Haryana.
• During the 1989–90 season, he scored an unbeaten century for the Rest of India in the Irani Trophy against Delhi.
• As captain of Bombay in the 1995 Ranji Trophy final, he scored 140 and 139 against Punjab.
• In the 1995–96 Irani Cup, he captained Mumbai against Rest of India.
• His first double century (204*) came against the Australian team at Brabourne Stadium in 1998.
• Tendulkar is the only player to score a century on debut in all three domestic first-class tournaments: Ranji, Irani, and Duleep Trophies.
• He scored another double century (233*) against Tamil Nadu in the semi-finals of the 2000 Ranji Trophy, which he considers one of his best innings.
• Tendulkar participated in five Ranji Trophy finals, winning four with Mumbai.    

• At 15, he made headlines by scoring a century on his national debut for Bombay in December 1988, becoming the youngest player to achieve this milestone.
• Tendulkar became the youngest player to debut for India in Tests at 16 years and 205 days and in ODIs at 16 years and 238 days.

• He made his Test debut against Pakistan in Karachi in November 1989, scoring 15 runs before being bowled by Waqar Younis, who also debuted in that match.

   

• He is the youngest Indian player ever to feature in Tests and ODIs at the age of 16.

• He is the first and the youngest Indian sportsperson to be awarded Bharat Ratna.

• He was a ball boy during the 1987 World Cup semi-finals between India and England at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.

• In November 1992, on the second day of the test between India and South Africa at Kingsmead, Durban; Sachin Tendulkar became the first batsman to be dismissed (run out) by using television replays. Karl Liebenberg was the third umpire who dismissed him.

• He is ambidextrous, i.e. he bats and bowls with his right hand but writes with his left hand.

• In 2003, he made a special appearance in a Bollywood film called “Stumped.”

• Tendulkar’s career span of 24 years and a day is the fifth-longest in Test history.

• With his first-class tally of 50,192, Tendulkar is the third non-England player, after Gordon Greenidge and Viv Richards, to enter the 50,000-first-class-runs club.

• Six times Sachin scored 1000 or more Test runs in a calendar year, the most by any batsman.

• Sachin is the youngest Indian and the third youngest overall to score a Test century. Had he scored a ton in his last Test innings, he would have been the oldest Indian to score a Test century as well.

• On 24 February 2010, he became the first Cricketer to score a double hundred in an ODI. He set this benchmark against South Africa at Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh, India.

• In 2008, his wax statue was erected in London’s Madame Tussauds.

In 1992, at 19 years old, Tendulkar became the first overseas-born player to represent Yorkshire, which had previously never selected players from outside the county, and he played 16 first-class matches, scoring 1,070 runs at an average of 46.52 as a replacement for the injured Australian bowler Craig McDermott.

• During the 1990 tour to England, on August 14, Sachin became the second-youngest cricketer to score a Test century, making 119 not out in the second Test at Old Trafford in Manchester.

• Sachin scored his first ODI century on September 9, 1994, against Australia in Colombo, Sri Lanka, after participating in 78 ODIs without reaching the century mark.

   

Sachin Tendulkar married Anjali Mehta on May 24, 1995, in Mumbai. She is a doctor.

The couple has two children, Arjun Tendulkar, born in 1999, and Sara Tendulkar, born in 1997.

In 2012, Sachin announced his retirement from One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He retired from Twenty20 cricket in October 2013, and in November of the same year, he declared his retirement from all forms of cricket following his 200th Test match at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai against the West Indies.

In April 2012, Sachin Tendulkar was nominated to the Rajya Sabha by President Pratibha Patil, becoming the first active sportsperson and cricketer to receive this honor. He took the oath of office on 4 June but declined the bungalow allotted to him in New Delhi, citing it as a waste of taxpayers' money since he lived in Mumbai.
 

• On March 16, 2012, Sachin Tendulkar scored his 100th international century during a match against Bangladesh in the Asia Cup, held at Mirpur.
• Tendulkar became the first cricketer in history to reach the milestone of 100 international centuries, marking a pioneering achievement in world cricket.
• This century was Tendulkar's first ODI hundred against Bangladesh, adding significance to the occasion.

• Despite the widespread media attention and public fascination with his 100th century, Tendulkar revealed that the intense focus on this achievement made the period mentally challenging for him.

   

• Allegations of ball tampering during the 2001-02 tour of Australia: Tendulkar was accused of tampering with the ball during the second Test match in Adelaide. However, no conclusive evidence was found to support the allegations.
• The Monkeygate incident in 2008: During the Sydney Test match, Tendulkar was involved in a heated exchange with Australian players, which led to accusations of racial abuse. The incident sparked a major controversy and led to investigations by both the ICC and Cricket Australia.
• The Mankading incident in 2019: Tendulkar was criticized for running out batsman Rashid Khan in a T20 match, using the Mankading method. The incident sparked a debate about the legality and sportsmanship of the dismissal.
• His decision to retire from international cricket in 2013: Tendulkar's retirement was met with mixed reactions, with some fans expressing disappointment and others praising his decision to step down at the peak of his career.
• His involvement in the Indian Premier League (IPL): Tendulkar's role as a mentor and player in the IPL has been criticized by some, who argue that his presence detracts from the focus on young talent.
• His political affiliations: Some have criticized Tendulkar's association with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), arguing that his political involvement undermines his image as a national icon.
• His endorsement deals: Tendulkars numerous endorsement deals have been criticized by some, who argue that they detract from his focus on cricket.
   

• In 2015, Sachin Tendulkar was appointed to the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), alongside VVS Laxman and Sourav Ganguly.
• The CAC was formed by BCCI to appoint the head coach for the Indian cricket team.
• On 23 June 2016, the CAC appointed Anil Kumble as the head coach of the Indian national cricket team.
• In 2018, Tendulkar resigned from the CAC following allegations of conflict of interest.
• In 2019, the complaint against Tendulkar regarding the conflict of interest was dismissed.
• In 2019, Tendulkar made his debut as a cricket commentator during the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup.

• "Sachin: A Billion Dreams" in 2017 is a biographical documentary directed by James Erskine that chronicles Sachin Tendulkar's life from childhood to becoming a cricketing legend, featuring personal footage and interviews with family, friends, and colleagues.
• "The Little Master" in 2018 is a documentary series on History TV18 that highlights Sachin’s rise to fame and his impact on cricket, detailing his journey to becoming one of the greatest players in the sport's history.
• "Cricket Fever: Mumbai Indians" in 2019 is a Netflix documentary series that follows the Mumbai Indians’ 2018 IPL season, where Sachin Tendulkar plays a crucial role as a mentor, showcasing his influence on Indian cricket post-retirement.
• "Legends of Cricket: Sachin Tendulkar" 2009 is an ESPN documentary that celebrates Sachin’s cricketing achievements, featuring key moments of his career and recognizing him as one of the greatest cricket legends.
• "Sachin Tendulkar: The Making of a Cricketer" in 2002 is a documentary directed by Sandeep Bamzai, focusing on Sachin's early cricketing years and how he became a national hero and icon in Indian sports.
  
  
   

• Sachin is the Regional Ambassador for South Asia for UNICEF, supporting children in some of the world's most challenging regions.
• Sachin is the brand ambassador for Hafele, a company specializing in contemporary interior solutions.
• Sachin is part of a joint venture with Arvind Fashions for the menswear brand True Blue.
• Sachin endorses Spinny, a platform for used cars.
• Sachin has endorsed Boost and is known for the tagline, "Boost is the secret of my energy."
• Sachin endorses BMW.
• Sachin endorsed Pepsi and popularized the catchphrase "Aila plane."
• Sachin has endorsed Adidas.
• Sachin has endorsed MRF Tyres.
• Sachin has endorsed Savlon.
   

• In 1995, Tendulkar signed a record sports management deal with WorldTel worth ₹300 million (US$3.6 million) over five years.
• In 2001, Tendulkar re-signed with WorldTel for a five-year, ₹800 million (US$9.6 million) contract.
• In 2006, Tendulkar's marketing rights were sold to Saatchi and Saatchi through a three-year, ₹1.8 billion (US$22 million) deal.
• Tendulkar founded Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar Sports Management Pvt Ltd, a sports management organization to manage his social and commercial work.
• Tendulkar has opened two restaurants, Tendulkar's in Colaba, Mumbai, and Sachin's in Mulund, Mumbai, in partnership with Sanjay Narang of Mars Restaurants.
• In 2013, Tendulkar ranked 51st on Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid athletes, with estimated earnings of US$22 million.
• In October 2013, Tendulkar's net worth was estimated at US$160 million by Wealth-X, making him India's wealthiest cricket player.
• In 2016, Tendulkar became co-owner of the Bengaluru Blasters badminton team in the Premier Badminton League.
• Until 2017, Tendulkar co-owned Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League, with the team named after his nickname, "Master Blaster."
• In October 2021, Tendulkar was named in the Pandora Papers leak, but his representatives stated that all his investments were legitimate and fully taxed.

• In 2003, Sachin Tendulkar worked with UNICEF to spread awareness about polio prevention in India.
• In 2010, Tendulkar's campaign for the Crusade Against Cancer Foundation, "Sachin's Crusade Against Cancer in Children," raised ₹10.25 million (equivalent to ₹23 million or US$280,000 in 2023).
• In November 2021, Tendulkar donated retinal cameras to a hospital in Assam to help diagnose retinopathy of prematurity.
• In 2008, Tendulkar became involved with UNICEF's initiative to promote hygiene and sanitation in India.
• Tendulkar led UNICEF's Team Swachh Bharat campaign, supporting India's Swachh Bharat Mission for improving sanitation.
• In 2014, Tendulkar was among the first nine celebrities appointed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote the Swachh Bharat Mission, sharing a video of himself sweeping a street in Mumbai.
• In 2017, Tendulkar helped clean Bandra Fort as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign.
• In 2019, Tendulkar was awarded the title of "Most Effective Swachhta Ambassador" at India Today Group's Safaigiri Awards.
• During the COVID-19 pandemic, in March 2020, Tendulkar donated ₹25 lakh (US$30,000) each to the Prime Minister Relief Fund and the Maharashtra Chief Minister Relief Fund.
• In May 2020, Tendulkar donated to support 4,000 people, including children from Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation schools.
• On 29 April 2021, during India's second COVID-19 wave, Tendulkar donated ₹1 crore (US$120,000) to the Mission Oxygen group for oxygen concentrators.
• On 18 September 2011, Tendulkar spent nine hours on the "Coca-Cola-NDTV Support My School" telethon, raising ₹70 million (equivalent to ₹140 million or US$1.7 million in 2023) for improving facilities, especially toilets for girl students, in 140 government schools.
• In 2009, Tendulkar announced he would sponsor the education of 200 children through Apnalaya, a Mumbai-based NGO.
• As of 2013, Tendulkar continued to annually support 200 children through Apnalaya.

• Sachin Tendulkar has been involved in various philanthropic activities throughout his career and beyond. He has been a vocal advocate for various causes, including education, healthcare, and disaster relief.
• He has also established the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation, which focuses on providing opportunities for underprivileged children in India.
• Some of his notable contributions include: Supporting the victims of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami: Tendulkar donated a significant amount of money to relief efforts and visited affected areas to provide support.
• Launching the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation: The foundation aims to empower underprivileged children through education, healthcare, and sports.
• Advocating for education: Tendulkar has actively promoted the importance of education and has been involved in various initiatives to improve access to quality education for children.
• Supporting healthcare initiatives: He has participated in campaigns to raise awareness about various health issues and has contributed to healthcare projects.
• Promoting sports: Tendulkar has been a strong advocate for promoting sports in India and has actively encouraged young athletes.
• These are just a few examples of Sachin Tendulkar's contributions to society. His philanthropic work has had a significant impact on the lives of many people in India and beyond.

• In 2001, Sachin Tendulkar appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati on Star Plus alongside Vinod Kambli.
• In 2011, the Tendulkar Opus was released by Kraken Opus, a specialty book publisher.
• Ten copies of the Tendulkar Opus were part of the "Blood Edition," in which Tendulkar's blood was mixed into the paper pulp of the signature page, each costing US$75,000.
• Proceeds from the "Blood Editions" went to Tendulkar's charitable organization.
• Other editions of the Tendulkar Opus were available, including hardback copies priced between US$2,000–$3,000 and a smaller edition priced between US$200–$300.
• Tendulkar's autobiography, Playing It My Way, was released on 6 November 2014.
• The autobiography set a record for adult hardback pre-publication orders, with 150,289, as listed in the 2016 Limca Book of Records.
• Playing It My Way was written by ghostwriter Boria Majumdar.
• In 2017, the docudrama Sachin: A Billion Dreams, directed by James Erskine, was released, which featured interviews with cricketers and sports commentators.
• Sachin: A Billion Dreams received mixed reviews from critics.
• In 2023, the film Sachin: The Ultimate Winner was released, portraying a child named Sachin who, inspired by Tendulkar, returns to cricket after a severe injury.

• The Little Masters Legacy: A Glimpse into Sachin Tendulkars Career 24 February 1999: During the 1999 World Cup Tendulkar scored a century against Kenya, becoming the first player to score a century in three consecutive World Cups.
• 16 March 2003: In the 2003 World Cup final, Tendulkar scored 98 runs, setting the stage for India's victory.
• 16 December 2010: Tendulkar became the first batsman to score 50 centuries in One Day Internationals (ODIs).
• 02 April 2011: He played a crucial role in India's victory in the 2011 World Cup, scoring 18 runs in the final.
• 16 March 2013: Tendulkar became the first batsman to score 100 centuries in international cricket.
• 16 November 2013: He announced his retirement from international cricket after playing his 200th Test match.
• 13 April 2014: Tendulkar was awarded the Bharat Ratna, Indias highest civilian award, for his contributions to cricket.
  
   

Sachin is also known as the “God of Cricket”, “Master Blaster”, “Little Master”, “Legend” and many other names. But he has always stayed calm and kind to his team members and fans.