List of Sachin's 49 ODI 100's (Courtesy: ESPNCricinfo & Cricbuzz)
463 ODIs; 452 Innings; ~ 23 years
18,426 runs @44.83; 1 200; 49 100's; 96 50's; SR of 86.23; HS 200*
154 wickets @44.48; 2 5w; 4 4w; Economy 4.55; SR of 52.20; Best 5/32
463 ODIs; 452 Innings; ~ 23 years
18,426 runs @44.83; 1 200; 49 100's; 96 50's; SR of 86.23; HS 200*
154 wickets @44.48; 2 5w; 4 4w; Economy 4.55; SR of 52.20; Best 5/32
It took as many as 78 ODI matches, 18 fifties and almost 5 years for Tendulkar to score his first ODI hundred. But it was a sign of things to come. India had won the toss and set up a challenging total on a dicey pitch at the RPS Stadium in Colombo in the 3rd match of the Singer World Series. Tendulkar was up against a fearsome Australian attack comprising of Craig McDermott, Glenn McGrath and Shane Warne, Tendulkar brazenly took the attack to them, smashing 8 fours and 2 massive sixes, both off Warne as he led India to a competitive score. His Man-of-the-Match knock laid the platform for a convincing 31 run win for the Indians.
It was another Man-of-the-Match innings from Sachin Tendulkar that propelled India to a comfortable seven wicket win over New Zealand in the 3rd match of the Wills World Series. The Kiwis decided to bat first and set up total of 269 to chase. Chasing a massive 270, Tendulkar, who was dropped very early in his innings made the Kiwis pay for their folly, blasting 8 fours and 3 sixes to take the hosts home. He was involved in a 144-run 1st wicket partnership with Manoj Prabhakar, setting the tone for another convincing win and in the end it took a run-out to send him back to the pavilion.
ODI Hundred No. 3: 105 v West Indies, 5th ODI, Ind-WI Bilateral ODI Series, Sawai Man Singh Stadium, Jaipur, November 11, 1994. Result: India Won by 5 runs.
Sachin Tendulkar's patient innings of 105 helped India eke out a 5-run win over West Indies in a tight encounter. It was patient knock by Tendulkar's standards. The knock came from 134 balls and included 10 hits to the fence. He was involved in a 117-run stand for the 2nd wicket with Vinod Kambli after having added 95 runs for the 1st wicket with Ajay Jadeja.India scored a commendable 259 thanks to Sachin’s 105 along with Vinod Kambli as they won a nail-biter defeating the West Indies by only five runs in the fifth one day international. Tendulkar was declared the Man of the Series scoring over 200 runs in five-match ODI series which India won 4-1. He scored two fifties and registered one century in the series.
Sachin Tendulkar's patient innings of 105 helped India eke out a 5-run win over West Indies in a tight encounter. It was patient knock by Tendulkar's standards. The knock came from 134 balls and included 10 hits to the fence. He was involved in a 117-run stand for the 2nd wicket with Vinod Kambli after having added 95 runs for the 1st wicket with Ajay Jadeja.India scored a commendable 259 thanks to Sachin’s 105 along with Vinod Kambli as they won a nail-biter defeating the West Indies by only five runs in the fifth one day international. Tendulkar was declared the Man of the Series scoring over 200 runs in five-match ODI series which India won 4-1. He scored two fifties and registered one century in the series.
ODI Hundred No. 4: 112* v Sri Lanka, 5th Match, Pepsi Asia Cup, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, 9 April 1995. Result: India Won by 8 wickets
Sachin Tendulkar was at his belligerent best, stroking 15 fours and 1 six as India thrashed Sri Lanka by 8 wickets with 101 balls to spare. The Master added 161 runs for the 1st wicket with Manoj Prabhakar as India eased towards a big win. No bowler were spared by Tendulkar on the day, with only Sanath Jayasuriya ending up with somewhat respectable figures. Sri Lanka landed themselves in deep trouble as they were bowled out for 203. Sachin’s century stand with Prabhakar ensured India did not lose ground and won the game with ease. Sri Lanka’s target of 203 runs was quickly overhauled by India who were powered by a 107-ball 112 from Tendulkar. His 4th ODI ton was his first at Sharjah.
ODI Hundred No. 5: 127* v Kenya, 6th Match, Wills World Cup Group A, Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, February 18, 1996. Result: India Won by 9 wickets.
Co-hosting the 1996 World Cup, India got off to a perfect start by beating Kenya by 7 wickets. Kenya, playing in a major tournament for the first time seemed to be overawed by the occasion, and were simply no match to the genius of Tendulkar. He stroked 15 fours and 1 six to help his team get off to an ideal start. Kenya was bowled out for a paltry 199 and Sachin’s knock of 127 included a century partnership with Jadeja which was vital for India as they recorded a thumping win over the Kenyans. India and Tendulkar launched their 1996 World Cup campaign in style. The hosts whacked Kenya by 7 wickets and Tendulkar fired his first World Cup hundred
Sachin Tendulkar was at his belligerent best, stroking 15 fours and 1 six as India thrashed Sri Lanka by 8 wickets with 101 balls to spare. The Master added 161 runs for the 1st wicket with Manoj Prabhakar as India eased towards a big win. No bowler were spared by Tendulkar on the day, with only Sanath Jayasuriya ending up with somewhat respectable figures. Sri Lanka landed themselves in deep trouble as they were bowled out for 203. Sachin’s century stand with Prabhakar ensured India did not lose ground and won the game with ease. Sri Lanka’s target of 203 runs was quickly overhauled by India who were powered by a 107-ball 112 from Tendulkar. His 4th ODI ton was his first at Sharjah.ODI Hundred No. 5: 127* v Kenya, 6th Match, Wills World Cup Group A, Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, February 18, 1996. Result: India Won by 9 wickets.
Co-hosting the 1996 World Cup, India got off to a perfect start by beating Kenya by 7 wickets. Kenya, playing in a major tournament for the first time seemed to be overawed by the occasion, and were simply no match to the genius of Tendulkar. He stroked 15 fours and 1 six to help his team get off to an ideal start. Kenya was bowled out for a paltry 199 and Sachin’s knock of 127 included a century partnership with Jadeja which was vital for India as they recorded a thumping win over the Kenyans. India and Tendulkar launched their 1996 World Cup campaign in style. The hosts whacked Kenya by 7 wickets and Tendulkar fired his first World Cup hundred
ODI Hundred No. 6: 137 v Sri Lanka, 24th Match, Wills World Cup, Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi, March 02, 1996. Result: Sri Lanka Won by 6 wickets.
Sachin Tendulkar scored his 6th ODI hundred, but it turned out to be his 1st ton in a losing cause. Up against the fearsome and soon to be World Champions, Sri Lanka, India were guilty of starting off slowly. They eventually reached 271, thanks to Tendulkar, who hit 8 fours and 5 sixes during a spectacular knock of 137. He was only dismissed, run-out, in the last over but by then he had been involved in a 175-run 3rd wicket stand with Mohammad Azharuddin, then an Indian record for all wickets. He played his part with the ball as well, but the Indians were helpless in front of the opening assault led by Sanath Jayasuriya and Romesh Kaluwitharana and they whittled away the total with great ease.
Sachin Tendulkar scored his 6th ODI hundred, but it turned out to be his 1st ton in a losing cause. Up against the fearsome and soon to be World Champions, Sri Lanka, India were guilty of starting off slowly. They eventually reached 271, thanks to Tendulkar, who hit 8 fours and 5 sixes during a spectacular knock of 137. He was only dismissed, run-out, in the last over but by then he had been involved in a 175-run 3rd wicket stand with Mohammad Azharuddin, then an Indian record for all wickets. He played his part with the ball as well, but the Indians were helpless in front of the opening assault led by Sanath Jayasuriya and Romesh Kaluwitharana and they whittled away the total with great ease.
ODI Hundred No. 7: 100 v Pakistan, 3rd Match, Singer Cup, The Padang, Singapore, April 05, 1996. Result: Pakistan Won by 8 wickets (D/L).
Another superb century from Sachin Tendulkar, but once again it was a vain effort as India were humbled by Pakistan at Padang. Tendulkar scored his 7th ODI ton, but there was no real support from the other end. Sachin's knock came from 111 balls, and it included 9 fours and 1 six. The next best score was 41 from Sanjay Manjrekar as India limped to 226/8 in the 48th over before heavens opened up. Chasing a revised target of 187 from 33 overs, Saeed Anwar and Aamer Sohail blasted the Indian bowlers to all parts of the ground to complete the chase in a spectacular manner. In a rain-interrupted game, Sachin scored exactly 100 as India imposed a respectable total of 226 but that did not stop Pakistan from clinching an important win via Duckworth Lewis method.
ODI Hundred No. 8: 118 v Pakistan, 4th Match, Pepsi Sharjah Cup, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, April 15, 1996. Result: India Won by 28 runs.
A scintillating 118 from Sachin Tendulkar, his 231-run stand for the 2nd wicket with Navjot Singh Sidhu, then a record partnership for any wicket for India and the eventual total, 305, the first time that India crossed 300 in an ODI match were the cornerstones as Pakistan were well beaten in the league encounter at Sharjah. Tendulkar's knock included 8 fours and 2 sixes as the Pakistan bowlers were hit all around the park, particularly Ata-ur-Rehman. He was to chip in with the ball as well, finishing with 2/40 to complete a Man-of-the-Match performance. ndia were up against their arch rivals Pakistan in a crucial game at Sharjah as Sachin’s stand with Sidhu took India to a notable 305 which was far from reach of the Pakistanis and they lost the game. India got revenge for their bitter defeat in Singapore with a resounding victory in Sharjah. It was the first time India scored 300 runs in a one-day game, with Tendulkar cracking a magnificent ton
Another superb century from Sachin Tendulkar, but once again it was a vain effort as India were humbled by Pakistan at Padang. Tendulkar scored his 7th ODI ton, but there was no real support from the other end. Sachin's knock came from 111 balls, and it included 9 fours and 1 six. The next best score was 41 from Sanjay Manjrekar as India limped to 226/8 in the 48th over before heavens opened up. Chasing a revised target of 187 from 33 overs, Saeed Anwar and Aamer Sohail blasted the Indian bowlers to all parts of the ground to complete the chase in a spectacular manner. In a rain-interrupted game, Sachin scored exactly 100 as India imposed a respectable total of 226 but that did not stop Pakistan from clinching an important win via Duckworth Lewis method. ODI Hundred No. 8: 118 v Pakistan, 4th Match, Pepsi Sharjah Cup, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, April 15, 1996. Result: India Won by 28 runs.
A scintillating 118 from Sachin Tendulkar, his 231-run stand for the 2nd wicket with Navjot Singh Sidhu, then a record partnership for any wicket for India and the eventual total, 305, the first time that India crossed 300 in an ODI match were the cornerstones as Pakistan were well beaten in the league encounter at Sharjah. Tendulkar's knock included 8 fours and 2 sixes as the Pakistan bowlers were hit all around the park, particularly Ata-ur-Rehman. He was to chip in with the ball as well, finishing with 2/40 to complete a Man-of-the-Match performance. ndia were up against their arch rivals Pakistan in a crucial game at Sharjah as Sachin’s stand with Sidhu took India to a notable 305 which was far from reach of the Pakistanis and they lost the game. India got revenge for their bitter defeat in Singapore with a resounding victory in Sharjah. It was the first time India scored 300 runs in a one-day game, with Tendulkar cracking a magnificent ton
ODI Hundred No. 9: 110 v Sri Lanka, 2nd Match, Singer World Series, R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, August 28, 1996. Result: Sri Lanka Won by 9 wickets.
Sachin Tendulkar hit an exact 100, but it turned out to be one in vain as a Sanath Jayasuriya inspired Sri Lanka ran out comfortable victors in the end, by a comprehensive margin of 9 wickets. It was Tendulkar's first hundred as Indian captain, and he added 129 runs for the third wicket with Mohammad Azharuddin. It was a very patient innings though, consuming 138 balls and included 5 fours and 1 six. Sachin scored a resolute 110 against the Lankans as India posted 226. India realized hat beating Lanka in their own backyard was not that easy as a century opening stand between Jayasuriya and Kaluwitharana took the game away. Tendulkar celebrated his promotion as Indian team’s captain with a fluent century at Colombo. Sadly though, the rest of the Indian batting order failed to fire, leaving Tendulkar mulling another ODI defeat.
ODI Hundred No. 10: 114 v South Africa, Mohinder Amarnath Benefit Match, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, December 14, 1996. Result: India Won by 74 runs.
Mohinder Amarnath's benefit match turned out to be a virtual feast for the Mumbaikars as local boy, Sachin Tendulkar scored his 1st ODI hundred in front of his home crowd. Tendulkar's 114 and his opening stand of 90 runs with Woorkeri Raman set the tone for India as they amassed a massive 267 on the board. Tendulkar's knock included 14 fours and he was particularly severe on the South African pacers. The visitors were no match as they collapsed to 193 all-out, losing by 74 runs in the process. It was Mohinder Amarnath’s benefit game. Sachin played a captain’s knock of 114. The Proteas found it tough and were bundled out cheaply. After hitting his first ODI ton as the captain of the Indian team, Tendulkar suffered a lean period. The Master though, found his groove with a century against South Africa in a benefit match at his home ground in Mumbai.
Sachin Tendulkar hit an exact 100, but it turned out to be one in vain as a Sanath Jayasuriya inspired Sri Lanka ran out comfortable victors in the end, by a comprehensive margin of 9 wickets. It was Tendulkar's first hundred as Indian captain, and he added 129 runs for the third wicket with Mohammad Azharuddin. It was a very patient innings though, consuming 138 balls and included 5 fours and 1 six. Sachin scored a resolute 110 against the Lankans as India posted 226. India realized hat beating Lanka in their own backyard was not that easy as a century opening stand between Jayasuriya and Kaluwitharana took the game away. Tendulkar celebrated his promotion as Indian team’s captain with a fluent century at Colombo. Sadly though, the rest of the Indian batting order failed to fire, leaving Tendulkar mulling another ODI defeat.ODI Hundred No. 10: 114 v South Africa, Mohinder Amarnath Benefit Match, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, December 14, 1996. Result: India Won by 74 runs.
Mohinder Amarnath's benefit match turned out to be a virtual feast for the Mumbaikars as local boy, Sachin Tendulkar scored his 1st ODI hundred in front of his home crowd. Tendulkar's 114 and his opening stand of 90 runs with Woorkeri Raman set the tone for India as they amassed a massive 267 on the board. Tendulkar's knock included 14 fours and he was particularly severe on the South African pacers. The visitors were no match as they collapsed to 193 all-out, losing by 74 runs in the process. It was Mohinder Amarnath’s benefit game. Sachin played a captain’s knock of 114. The Proteas found it tough and were bundled out cheaply. After hitting his first ODI ton as the captain of the Indian team, Tendulkar suffered a lean period. The Master though, found his groove with a century against South Africa in a benefit match at his home ground in Mumbai.
ODI Hundred No. 11: 104 v Zimbabwe, 9th Match, Standard Bank International ODI Series, Willowmoore Park, Benoni, February 09, 1997. Result: India Won by 6 wickets.
It was not just a must win match for India, they needed to chase down Zimbabwe's 240 in 40.5 overs or less if they were to make it to the finals of the Triangular series in South Africa. It also meant that their hopes rested heavily on Sachin Tendulkar. The man was not going to disappoint the faithfuls, in a blazing innings filled with some authentic shots, Tendulkar smashed 104 from just 97 balls to lead India's reply. The knock included 8 fours and 1 six, and by the time he was dismissed, the platform had been set for a convincing victory. Zimbabwe were smelling victory but Sachin’s hard-fought 104 ensured India did not lose further ground and went on to record one of the famous run chases in South Africa. India needed to beat Zimbabwe convincingly and edge past them into the final on the basis of a superior run-rate. With the task cut-out Sachin came out all guns blazing and hammered the Zimbabwe attack.
ODI Hundred No. 12: 117 v New Zealand, 3rd Match, Pepsi Independence Cup, Bangalore, May 14, 1997. Result: India Won by 8 wickets.
It was Tendulkar's night at the Chinnaswamy. Chasing a modest target of 221, Tendulkar was particularly aggressive against New Zealand's opening bowlers before settling down to play a flowing innings. 13 boundaries and 2 sixes were symbolic of the knock, as Tendulkar and Ganguly proceeded to add 169 runs for the 1st wicket. By the time, Tendulkar was eventually dismissed, India were just 5 runs short of the victory target. India chased down a modest target of 220 thanks to Sachin’s 117. The Kiwis were earlier bundled out quite easily and Sachin made sure his Man of the Match performance helped India win the game. Tendulkar shook off the blues from a bad tour of South Africa with style against New Zealand in the Independence Cup. He tore into pacer Heath Davis and finished up smacking 117 runs in 137 balls.
ODI Hundred No. 13: 100 v Australia, 4th ODI, Pepsi Triangular Series, Kanpur, April 07, 1998. Result: India Won by 6 wickets.
Sachin Tendulkar was back to his best as he blasted the Australians to all parts of Green Park. Chasing a modest 223, Tendulkar hit 5 fours and 7 sixes on his way to a 89-ball ton. He was in some sublime form, treating the Australian spinners with complete disdain as he added 175 runs for the first wicket with Sourav Ganguly. Not even a mini collapse after his dismissal hurt the Indians as they coasted to an easy win. The mighty Australians were looking all set for another victory but a disciplined Indian bowling with the help of Sachin’s opening stand with Ganguly helped India win with ease. Sachin’s stronghold over Australia spilled into the ODI series that came after the Test matches. At Green Park, Tendulkar hammered his 13th one-day hundred.
It was not just a must win match for India, they needed to chase down Zimbabwe's 240 in 40.5 overs or less if they were to make it to the finals of the Triangular series in South Africa. It also meant that their hopes rested heavily on Sachin Tendulkar. The man was not going to disappoint the faithfuls, in a blazing innings filled with some authentic shots, Tendulkar smashed 104 from just 97 balls to lead India's reply. The knock included 8 fours and 1 six, and by the time he was dismissed, the platform had been set for a convincing victory. Zimbabwe were smelling victory but Sachin’s hard-fought 104 ensured India did not lose further ground and went on to record one of the famous run chases in South Africa. India needed to beat Zimbabwe convincingly and edge past them into the final on the basis of a superior run-rate. With the task cut-out Sachin came out all guns blazing and hammered the Zimbabwe attack.ODI Hundred No. 12: 117 v New Zealand, 3rd Match, Pepsi Independence Cup, Bangalore, May 14, 1997. Result: India Won by 8 wickets.
It was Tendulkar's night at the Chinnaswamy. Chasing a modest target of 221, Tendulkar was particularly aggressive against New Zealand's opening bowlers before settling down to play a flowing innings. 13 boundaries and 2 sixes were symbolic of the knock, as Tendulkar and Ganguly proceeded to add 169 runs for the 1st wicket. By the time, Tendulkar was eventually dismissed, India were just 5 runs short of the victory target. India chased down a modest target of 220 thanks to Sachin’s 117. The Kiwis were earlier bundled out quite easily and Sachin made sure his Man of the Match performance helped India win the game. Tendulkar shook off the blues from a bad tour of South Africa with style against New Zealand in the Independence Cup. He tore into pacer Heath Davis and finished up smacking 117 runs in 137 balls.ODI Hundred No. 13: 100 v Australia, 4th ODI, Pepsi Triangular Series, Kanpur, April 07, 1998. Result: India Won by 6 wickets.
Sachin Tendulkar was back to his best as he blasted the Australians to all parts of Green Park. Chasing a modest 223, Tendulkar hit 5 fours and 7 sixes on his way to a 89-ball ton. He was in some sublime form, treating the Australian spinners with complete disdain as he added 175 runs for the first wicket with Sourav Ganguly. Not even a mini collapse after his dismissal hurt the Indians as they coasted to an easy win. The mighty Australians were looking all set for another victory but a disciplined Indian bowling with the help of Sachin’s opening stand with Ganguly helped India win with ease. Sachin’s stronghold over Australia spilled into the ODI series that came after the Test matches. At Green Park, Tendulkar hammered his 13th one-day hundred.
ODI Hundred No. 14: 143 v Australia, 6th ODI, Coca Cola Cup, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, April 22, 1998. Result: Australia Won by 26 runs.
'Desert Storm' as it is now famously called, the 143 against Australia at Sharjah ranks as one of the best ever Tendulkar knocks in ODIs if not the best. Chasing a target of 285, India needed to score 254 to go past New Zealand and qualify for the finals. A sandstorm stopped play for 25 minutes and India's target was reduced to 276 from 46 overs. India now needed 237 runs to get past New Zealand on NRAJ. Despite losing partners at the other end, Tendulkar motored along, some of his shots were pure delight to one's eyes. Australia was hit all over the park by the Little Master to guide India into the finals of the triangular series. The Aussie bowlers had a torrid time against Sachin who scored 143 even though India lost the game.A classic knock from Tendulkar. One which is most revered by his fans. India needed to win big to edge past New Zealand into the final of the competition. Tendulkar went on a rampage, and despite a dust storm interruption, ensured that India walked into the finals to face Australia once again. Tendulkar's knock included 9 fours and 5 massive sixes, and he single-handedly took India into the final.
'Desert Storm' as it is now famously called, the 143 against Australia at Sharjah ranks as one of the best ever Tendulkar knocks in ODIs if not the best. Chasing a target of 285, India needed to score 254 to go past New Zealand and qualify for the finals. A sandstorm stopped play for 25 minutes and India's target was reduced to 276 from 46 overs. India now needed 237 runs to get past New Zealand on NRAJ. Despite losing partners at the other end, Tendulkar motored along, some of his shots were pure delight to one's eyes. Australia was hit all over the park by the Little Master to guide India into the finals of the triangular series. The Aussie bowlers had a torrid time against Sachin who scored 143 even though India lost the game.A classic knock from Tendulkar. One which is most revered by his fans. India needed to win big to edge past New Zealand into the final of the competition. Tendulkar went on a rampage, and despite a dust storm interruption, ensured that India walked into the finals to face Australia once again. Tendulkar's knock included 9 fours and 5 massive sixes, and he single-handedly took India into the final.
ODI Hundred No. 15: 134 v Australia, Final, Coca Cola Cup, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, April 24, 1998. Result: India Won by 6 wickets.
Tendulkar completed 25 on the day and he celebrated it with yet another fine effort. His 134 laid the platform as India annihilated Australia by a comprehensive 6 wicket margin. Chasing 273 for victory, Tendulkar made light of the early loss of Ganguly as he added 89 runs for the 2nd wicket with Nayan Mongia, sent in as a pinch-hitter. After Mongia's exit, Azharuddin joined Tendulkar and the duo took the match well out of the hands of the Aussies in a stand worth 120 runs. Tendulkar came back to haunt the Aussies with his sparkling inning of 134 taking the Australian bowlers to the cleaners. India won the game and eventually the finals and Sachin was adjudged man of the match and series.Within the space of a day, Tendulkar produced another blistering hundred in the final against Australia. It was his 25th birthday and Sachin celebrated it with a match-winning knock. Tendulkar's knock included 12 fours and 3 sixes and by the time he was dismissed, India were on course for a superb victory.
Tendulkar completed 25 on the day and he celebrated it with yet another fine effort. His 134 laid the platform as India annihilated Australia by a comprehensive 6 wicket margin. Chasing 273 for victory, Tendulkar made light of the early loss of Ganguly as he added 89 runs for the 2nd wicket with Nayan Mongia, sent in as a pinch-hitter. After Mongia's exit, Azharuddin joined Tendulkar and the duo took the match well out of the hands of the Aussies in a stand worth 120 runs. Tendulkar came back to haunt the Aussies with his sparkling inning of 134 taking the Australian bowlers to the cleaners. India won the game and eventually the finals and Sachin was adjudged man of the match and series.Within the space of a day, Tendulkar produced another blistering hundred in the final against Australia. It was his 25th birthday and Sachin celebrated it with a match-winning knock. Tendulkar's knock included 12 fours and 3 sixes and by the time he was dismissed, India were on course for a superb victory.
ODI Hundred No. 16: 100* v Kenya, Final, Coca Cola Triangular Series, Eden Gardens, Kolkata, May 31, 1998. Result: India Won by 9 wickets.
In an uneventful triangular tournament featuring India, Kenya and Bangladesh, Tendulkar lit up Eden Gardens with a splendid hundred in the finals. Chasing a paltry 197, India were in no trouble whatsoever as they cruised to the title in just 35 overs. Sachin's knock included 13 fours. He was involved in an unbroken stand worth 120 runs with Ajay Jadeja. India had a small target to chase after the Indian bowlers restricted Kenya to a paltry 196. In walked Sachin and with his controlled innings of 100 not out, it ensured India a victory. Another final hundred for Tendulkar. The Kenyans were given a masterclass in one-day batting and India went on to win the match with ease.
ODI Hundred No. 17: 128 v Sri Lanka, Final, Singer-Akai Nidahas Trophy, R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, July 07, 1998. Result: India Won by 6 runs.
Tendulkar's glorious 1998 continued and so did India's title winning streak as they beat hosts Sri Lanka to clinch the Singer-Akai Nidahas trophy by a slender margin of 6 runs. Tendulkar was involved in a 252-run stand for the opening wicket, then a world record for the opening stand. Tendulkar was the aggressor of the two, scoring 128 from just 131 balls. The knock included 8 fours and 2 sixes as the pair hoisted India to 307/6. Sri Lanka fought gallantly but fell short by just 6 runs as they were bowled out for 301. Sachin shared a record 200-plus stand with Ganguly as India were crowned winners of the Singer-Akai Nidahas Trophy. Sri Lanka did try to make inroads but it was a deserving victory for India and Sachin. Ganguly and Tendulkar were involved in a record 252-run opening stand. Sachin went past 7000 runs in ODIs and his yet another final ton helped India post a stiff 308-run target against hosts Sri Lanka.
In an uneventful triangular tournament featuring India, Kenya and Bangladesh, Tendulkar lit up Eden Gardens with a splendid hundred in the finals. Chasing a paltry 197, India were in no trouble whatsoever as they cruised to the title in just 35 overs. Sachin's knock included 13 fours. He was involved in an unbroken stand worth 120 runs with Ajay Jadeja. India had a small target to chase after the Indian bowlers restricted Kenya to a paltry 196. In walked Sachin and with his controlled innings of 100 not out, it ensured India a victory. Another final hundred for Tendulkar. The Kenyans were given a masterclass in one-day batting and India went on to win the match with ease.ODI Hundred No. 17: 128 v Sri Lanka, Final, Singer-Akai Nidahas Trophy, R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, July 07, 1998. Result: India Won by 6 runs.
Tendulkar's glorious 1998 continued and so did India's title winning streak as they beat hosts Sri Lanka to clinch the Singer-Akai Nidahas trophy by a slender margin of 6 runs. Tendulkar was involved in a 252-run stand for the opening wicket, then a world record for the opening stand. Tendulkar was the aggressor of the two, scoring 128 from just 131 balls. The knock included 8 fours and 2 sixes as the pair hoisted India to 307/6. Sri Lanka fought gallantly but fell short by just 6 runs as they were bowled out for 301. Sachin shared a record 200-plus stand with Ganguly as India were crowned winners of the Singer-Akai Nidahas Trophy. Sri Lanka did try to make inroads but it was a deserving victory for India and Sachin. Ganguly and Tendulkar were involved in a record 252-run opening stand. Sachin went past 7000 runs in ODIs and his yet another final ton helped India post a stiff 308-run target against hosts Sri Lanka.
ODI Hundred No. 18: 127* v Zimbabwe, 1st Match, Bilateral ODI Series Zim-Ind, Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, September 26, 1998. Result: India Won by 8 wickets.
Chasing a modest 214, Tendulkar led the chase from the front with a brutal innings of 127 as India completed a comfortable 8 wicket win. Tendulkar's knock included 13 fours and 1 six and he added 180 runs for the second wicket with Rahul Dravid as India cruised home with more than 7 overs to spare. India’s accurate bowling backed by a power-packed 127 by Tendulkar led to all important victory for the Indians in the first match against Zimbabwe. Sachin’s innings also made him the Man of the Match.
ODI Hundred No. 19: 141 v Australia, 3rd Quarter Final, Wills International Cup, Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka, October 28, 1998. Result: India Won by 44 runs.
It was Sachin's match completely. First he rescued India from a poor 8/2 to a more than comfortable 307/8 at the end of their 50 overs. Tendulkar was involved in two huge partnerships, first he added 140 runs for the third wicket with Rahul Dravid to lift the team after two early blows. He then added 132 runs for the 4th wicket with Ajay Jadeja to take India from a comfortable position to a one of strength. Tendulkar's innings contained as many as 13 fours and 3 massive sixes. His task was not yet over, he returned to finish with figures of 4/38 with the ball as India completed a 44-run victory. Tendulkar’s aggressive knock set up an all-important victory for the Indians as they defeated Australia and knocked them out of tournament. Tendulkar was all over Australia once again. After India lost quick wickets at the top, Sachin took charge and with the Master in command, India powered to 307 runs. With the ball in his hand in the second innings, Tendulkar tormented Australia further taking 4-38.
ODI Hundred No. 20: 118* v Zimbabwe, 3rd Match, Coca Cola Champions Trophy, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, November 08, 1998. Result: India Won by 7 wickets.
On this day, Tendulkar became the first batsman to score 20 ODI hundreds. He had also scored 16 Test hundreds, making his tally of 36 international hundreds the most by any batsman, going past Sunil Gavaskar's tally of 35 international hundreds. After the Indian spin troika had reduced Zimbabwe to a poor 196, the chase was certainly an easy task for the Indians. Tendulkar led from the front, clouting 14 fours and 2 sixes as the Indian waltzed past the target in the 41st over. Sachin’s 118 not out led the way of an all-important victory as India defeated Zimbabwe with seven wickets to spare. Paul Strang was the only Zimbabwean to make an impact, taking all three Indian wickets that fell. A target of 197 runs was overhauled with ease with Tendulkar at the helm. He remained unbeaten and guided India home.
ODI Hundred No. 21: 124* v Zimbabwe, Final, Coca Cola Champions Trophy, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, November 13, 1998. Result: India Won by 10 wickets.
It was touted as a revenge game. Henry Olonga had dismissed Sachin Tendulkar cheaply and had starred in Zimbabwe's victory, a couple of days ago. In the final though, there was no place to hide for the Zimbabwean pacer. After the bowlers had kept Zimbabwe down to just 196, Tendulkar tore apart their bowlers in some style, hitting 12 fours and 6 sixes as India chased down the target in just 30 overs. Tendulkar finished the year on a high, aggregating 1894 runs with as many as 9 centuries. The final had turned out to be one of the most lop-sided encounters as India reached home with all 10 wickets in hand. Sachin displayed his all-round abilities by grabbing two wickets and scoring an unbeaten century of as India demolished Zimbabwe and clinched the final in Sharjah. This was the match where Tendulkar famously tore Henry Olonga apart. The bowler had dismissed Sachin with a short delivery in a previous league game and Tendulkar had his revenge blasting the Zimbabwean all over the ground. With a ton in the final Tendulkar became the first batsmen to score twenty international tons.
Chasing a modest 214, Tendulkar led the chase from the front with a brutal innings of 127 as India completed a comfortable 8 wicket win. Tendulkar's knock included 13 fours and 1 six and he added 180 runs for the second wicket with Rahul Dravid as India cruised home with more than 7 overs to spare. India’s accurate bowling backed by a power-packed 127 by Tendulkar led to all important victory for the Indians in the first match against Zimbabwe. Sachin’s innings also made him the Man of the Match. ODI Hundred No. 19: 141 v Australia, 3rd Quarter Final, Wills International Cup, Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka, October 28, 1998. Result: India Won by 44 runs.
It was Sachin's match completely. First he rescued India from a poor 8/2 to a more than comfortable 307/8 at the end of their 50 overs. Tendulkar was involved in two huge partnerships, first he added 140 runs for the third wicket with Rahul Dravid to lift the team after two early blows. He then added 132 runs for the 4th wicket with Ajay Jadeja to take India from a comfortable position to a one of strength. Tendulkar's innings contained as many as 13 fours and 3 massive sixes. His task was not yet over, he returned to finish with figures of 4/38 with the ball as India completed a 44-run victory. Tendulkar’s aggressive knock set up an all-important victory for the Indians as they defeated Australia and knocked them out of tournament. Tendulkar was all over Australia once again. After India lost quick wickets at the top, Sachin took charge and with the Master in command, India powered to 307 runs. With the ball in his hand in the second innings, Tendulkar tormented Australia further taking 4-38.ODI Hundred No. 20: 118* v Zimbabwe, 3rd Match, Coca Cola Champions Trophy, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, November 08, 1998. Result: India Won by 7 wickets.
On this day, Tendulkar became the first batsman to score 20 ODI hundreds. He had also scored 16 Test hundreds, making his tally of 36 international hundreds the most by any batsman, going past Sunil Gavaskar's tally of 35 international hundreds. After the Indian spin troika had reduced Zimbabwe to a poor 196, the chase was certainly an easy task for the Indians. Tendulkar led from the front, clouting 14 fours and 2 sixes as the Indian waltzed past the target in the 41st over. Sachin’s 118 not out led the way of an all-important victory as India defeated Zimbabwe with seven wickets to spare. Paul Strang was the only Zimbabwean to make an impact, taking all three Indian wickets that fell. A target of 197 runs was overhauled with ease with Tendulkar at the helm. He remained unbeaten and guided India home.ODI Hundred No. 21: 124* v Zimbabwe, Final, Coca Cola Champions Trophy, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, November 13, 1998. Result: India Won by 10 wickets.
It was touted as a revenge game. Henry Olonga had dismissed Sachin Tendulkar cheaply and had starred in Zimbabwe's victory, a couple of days ago. In the final though, there was no place to hide for the Zimbabwean pacer. After the bowlers had kept Zimbabwe down to just 196, Tendulkar tore apart their bowlers in some style, hitting 12 fours and 6 sixes as India chased down the target in just 30 overs. Tendulkar finished the year on a high, aggregating 1894 runs with as many as 9 centuries. The final had turned out to be one of the most lop-sided encounters as India reached home with all 10 wickets in hand. Sachin displayed his all-round abilities by grabbing two wickets and scoring an unbeaten century of as India demolished Zimbabwe and clinched the final in Sharjah. This was the match where Tendulkar famously tore Henry Olonga apart. The bowler had dismissed Sachin with a short delivery in a previous league game and Tendulkar had his revenge blasting the Zimbabwean all over the ground. With a ton in the final Tendulkar became the first batsmen to score twenty international tons.
ODI Hundred No. 22: 140* v Kenya, 15th Match, ICC World Cup, County Ground, Bristol, May 23, 1999. Result: India Won by 94 runs.
One of the most emotional centuries, Tendulkar returned from his father's funeral to stroke a magnificent 140 against Kenya in the 1999 World Cup held in England. While the opposition was modest, the timing of the event took centre-stage. His knock included 16 fours and 3 sixes as he pulverized the Kenyans to all parts of the ground. Tendulkar added 237 runs for the 3rd wicket with Rahul Dravid (then a world record for most runs in a partnership in a World Cup game, only to be broken three days later by Saurav Ganguly and Rahul Dravid). Tendulkar dedicated the knock in memory of his father. Sachin had missed the earlier game due to his father’s untimely death but he came back with a bang as his aggressive 140 not out set up an Indian victory in a group game against Kenya in the 1999 World Cup. An emotional century from Tendulkar, who came back to play a memorable knock just days after losing his father.
ODI Hundred No. 23: 120 v Sri Lanka, 6th Match, Aiwa Cup, Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo, August 29, 1999. Result: India Won by 23 runs (D/L)
A superb knock of 120 from Sachin Tendulkar earned India a pyrrhic victory. Tendulkar's knock and his superb 3rd wicket stand worth 127 runs for the 3rd wicket helped India set up an imposing 296 on the board. Tendulkar's knock included 11 fours and 2 sixes. While the target was easily out of Sri Lanka's reach, they did manage to get past the score needed to help them qualify through to the finals, and in the process knocked India out of contention. The Little Master led from the front as his captain’s knock of 120 helped them register a victory over the Lankans in their own back yard. At one point, Sri Lanka were cruising but the Indian bowlers got wickets at crucial intervals. After a disappointing World Cup campaign in England, Tendulkar replaced Azhar as the captain of the Indian team. With the burden of captaincy on his shoulders, Sachin fired 23rd ODI ton.
ODI Hundred No. 24: 186* v New Zealand, 2nd Match, Bilateral ODI Series Ind-NZ, Lal Bhadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad, November 08, 1999. Result: India Won by 174 runs.
Sometimes, even someone as great as Tendulkar makes hay on flat tracks and small outfields. This was one such game as Tendulkar combined with Rahul Dravid to stun the Kiwis into oblivion. In the process of his 186, Tendulkar went past Ganguly's 183 to emerge as the highest individual scorer for India in ODI cricket. The pair also added 331 runs for the 2nd wicket, still the best partnership for any wicket in ODI cricket. That, he was the Indian captain just added the icing on the cake. Together with Dravid, Sachin went on to create history as his record score of 186 resulted in India’s victory over the Kiwis. His record stand of 331 with Dravid till date is the highest partnership in one day internationals. An exhilarating knock which sent the Kiwi bowlers in a tizzy. The rocket-paced innings contained 20 boundaries and three sixes.
ODI Hundred No. 25: 122 v South Africa, 4th Match, Bilateral ODI Series Ind-SA, IPCL Sports Complex Ground, Vadodara, March 17, 2000. Result: India Won by 4 wickets.
One of the most emotional centuries, Tendulkar returned from his father's funeral to stroke a magnificent 140 against Kenya in the 1999 World Cup held in England. While the opposition was modest, the timing of the event took centre-stage. His knock included 16 fours and 3 sixes as he pulverized the Kenyans to all parts of the ground. Tendulkar added 237 runs for the 3rd wicket with Rahul Dravid (then a world record for most runs in a partnership in a World Cup game, only to be broken three days later by Saurav Ganguly and Rahul Dravid). Tendulkar dedicated the knock in memory of his father. Sachin had missed the earlier game due to his father’s untimely death but he came back with a bang as his aggressive 140 not out set up an Indian victory in a group game against Kenya in the 1999 World Cup. An emotional century from Tendulkar, who came back to play a memorable knock just days after losing his father.ODI Hundred No. 23: 120 v Sri Lanka, 6th Match, Aiwa Cup, Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo, August 29, 1999. Result: India Won by 23 runs (D/L)
A superb knock of 120 from Sachin Tendulkar earned India a pyrrhic victory. Tendulkar's knock and his superb 3rd wicket stand worth 127 runs for the 3rd wicket helped India set up an imposing 296 on the board. Tendulkar's knock included 11 fours and 2 sixes. While the target was easily out of Sri Lanka's reach, they did manage to get past the score needed to help them qualify through to the finals, and in the process knocked India out of contention. The Little Master led from the front as his captain’s knock of 120 helped them register a victory over the Lankans in their own back yard. At one point, Sri Lanka were cruising but the Indian bowlers got wickets at crucial intervals. After a disappointing World Cup campaign in England, Tendulkar replaced Azhar as the captain of the Indian team. With the burden of captaincy on his shoulders, Sachin fired 23rd ODI ton.ODI Hundred No. 24: 186* v New Zealand, 2nd Match, Bilateral ODI Series Ind-NZ, Lal Bhadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad, November 08, 1999. Result: India Won by 174 runs.
Sometimes, even someone as great as Tendulkar makes hay on flat tracks and small outfields. This was one such game as Tendulkar combined with Rahul Dravid to stun the Kiwis into oblivion. In the process of his 186, Tendulkar went past Ganguly's 183 to emerge as the highest individual scorer for India in ODI cricket. The pair also added 331 runs for the 2nd wicket, still the best partnership for any wicket in ODI cricket. That, he was the Indian captain just added the icing on the cake. Together with Dravid, Sachin went on to create history as his record score of 186 resulted in India’s victory over the Kiwis. His record stand of 331 with Dravid till date is the highest partnership in one day internationals. An exhilarating knock which sent the Kiwi bowlers in a tizzy. The rocket-paced innings contained 20 boundaries and three sixes.ODI Hundred No. 25: 122 v South Africa, 4th Match, Bilateral ODI Series Ind-SA, IPCL Sports Complex Ground, Vadodara, March 17, 2000. Result: India Won by 4 wickets.
Having given up captaincy, Sachin Tendulkar could just concentrate on his natural game and this gave him the freedom as he returned to his run scoring ways. Chasing a daunting 283, Tendulkar played second fiddle to Ganguly during the opening partnership of 153, Tendulkar opened up to complete yet another ODI ton, his 2nd against South Africa. The knock included 12 fours as he guided India to a series victory with one match of the 5-match series still remaining. It was some solace to India, after all the torment in Australia and the preceding Test series against South Africa. South Africa set up a massive total for India but once Sachin’s magic started working, it was no respite for the South African bowlers. His 122 proved decisive as India grabbed a nail-biting victory. After suffering a torrid series in Australia Tendulkar relinquished the captaincy. In the ODI series that followed the Test series, Tendulkar shone with a knock of 122 runs and helped chase down a stiff 283-run target to give India an unbeatable 3-1 lead in the series.ODI Hundred No. 26: 101 v Sri Lanka, 1st Match, Coca Cola Champions Trophy, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, 20 October 2000. Result: Sri Lanka Won by 5 wickets.
It was one of the most circumspect ODI innings ever played by Sachin Tendulkar. His 26th ODI ton, coming in 140 balls included just 3 fours and 1 six. He was lucky to be dropped very early into his innings, but having lost four partners with the score reading 102, he decided to drop anchor. Tendulkar added 100 runs for the 5th wicket with Robin Singh, but his run-out meant that India failed to cash in during the slog overs. The Indians failed to control the wet ball (due to dew) as Russell Arnold helped Sri Lanka clinch an easy win. Sachin's 26th ODI hundred was possibly one of his least inspiring ones. It came in Sharjah, in a match that didn't see any great performances from India. Winners Sri Lanka too didn't have any outstanding performer, but played better as a team.ODI Hundred No. 27: 146 v Zimbabwe, 3rd Match, Bilateral ODI Series Ind-Zim, Barkatullah Khan Stadium, Jodhpur, December 08, 2000. Result: Zimbabwe Won by 1 wicket.
Zimbabwe stole the thunder from Tendulkar by stealing victory right under the noses of the Indians. Tendulkar made light of a middle order failure as he stroked 15 fours and 2 sixes on his way to a quite maginficent 146. While he delighted the Jodhpur crowd, who were watching their first ODI, disappointment was in store for them as the visitors eked out a 1 wicket win in the final over of the match. In the ODI series that followed the Tests, India took a 2-0 lead and looked set to wrap it up in the 3rd ODI following Tendulkar's big ton (his 27th in ODIs). However, a team effort from Zimbabwe saw them sneak home and keep the series alive.ODI Hundred No. 28: 139 v Australia, 3rd Match, Bilateral ODI Series Ind-Aus, Nehru Stadium, Indore, March 31, 2001. Result: India Won by 118 runs.
It was a special innings for Sachin Tendulkar. Not only did he bring up yet another ton, he also became the first batsman in the history of ODI cricket to complete 10,000 ODI runs. The game was an one-sided affair though, the Australians, chasing 300 never got going and were bundled out for just 181. Tendulkar was the hero once again, slamming 19 fours in his knock. He was also involved in a 199 run stand for the second wicket with VVS Laxman. The opponents were Australia, the series was the one that followed the classic Test series.ODI Hundred No. 29: 122* v West Indies, 6th Match, Coca Cola Cup Triangular Series Zim-Ind-WI, Harare Sports Club, Harare, July 04, 2001. Result: India Won by 6 wickets.
The tri-series in Zimbabwe in the middle of the year was a good one, batting-wise for Tendulkar. In four league matches, he was dismissed only once and ended the league phase with an unbeaten ton to guide India to a comfortable win against West Indies.Tendulkar's brilliance came to the fore once again as India beat West Indies by a comfortable margin during the tri-nation series in Zimbabwe. Chasing a target of 230, India coasted home thanks to Tendulkar's superbly paced knock. The innings consisted of 12 fours and 1 six. The result was never in doubt once Tendulkar added 133 runs for the opening wicket with Ganguly.ODI Hundred No. 30: 101 v South Africa, 1st Match, Standard Bank Triangular Tournament SA-Ind-Ken, The Wanderers, Johannesburg, October 05, 2001. Result: South Africa Won by 6 wickets.
Both Tendulkar and Ganguly scored hundreds in the opening match of the Standard Bank triangular series, but the middle-order couldn't capitalize and Gary Kirsten then smashed the third ton in the match by an opener to guide South Africa to victory. Tendulkar's first hundred in South Africa, but it ended in a defeat as India's former coach, Gary Kirsten guided the hosts to a convincing victory. Tendulkar had added 193 runs for the first wicket with Ganguly, but the rest of the middle order failed to take full advantage. On a belter of a wicket, Tendulkar's fine anchoring knock went in vain.ODI Hundred No. 31: 146 v Kenya, 9th Match, Standard Bank Triangular Tournament SA-Ind-Ken, Paarl, 24 October 2001. Result: India Won by 186 runs.
Later on in the same tournament, both Ganguly and Tendulkar hit hundreds yet again - this time against Kenya - and led the Indian team to a mammoth 186-run win. They also broke their own record for the highest first-wicket stand with a 258-run partnership. Tendulkar added 258 runs with Saurav Ganguly, their best ever opening stand as India demolished Kenya by 186 runs in a lop-sided encounter during the tri-nation series in South Africa. Tendulkar's knock included 17 foursODI Hundred No. 32: 105* v England, 5th Match, NatWest Triangular Series Eng-Ind-SL, Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street, July 04, 2002. No Result.
Batting at Number 4, Tendulkar hit his 32nd ODI century in the Natwest series of 2002, but rain prevented India from winning after they had put up a good score. Tendulkar scored his maiden ODI hundred against England, but rain had the last laugh as the Natwest tri-series match was washed out. Tendulkar, batting in the middle order came to the crease with his side wobbling and was left undefeated at the end of the 50 overs. His knock is particularly noteworthy for his innovative hitting towards the latter part of the innings. Tendulkar hit 8 fours and 1 six and added 169 runs for the 4th wicket with Rahul Dravid.ODI Hundred No. 33: 113 v Sri Lanka, 9th Match, NatWest Triangular Series Eng-Ind-SL, The Royal & Sun Alliance County Ground, Bristol, July 11, 2002. Result: India Won by 63 runs.
A week later in the same tournament, Tendulkar scored another century from No. 4, and this time rain didn't deny India as they cantered to a win against Sri Lanka. One of Tendulkar's best ever ODI knocks in England, Tendulkar vanquished the Lions in a breath-taking display of stroke making. No bowler was left unpunished as Tendulkar milked a superb 113 from just 102 balls. The knock consisted of 12 fours and 1 massive six.ODI Hundred No. 34: 152 v Namibia, 25th Match, ICC World Cup Pool A, City Oval, Pietermaritzburg, February 23, 2003. Result: India Won by 181 runs.
This was Tendulkar's only century in the 2003 World Cup - a tournament he dominated with the bat. It came against the hapless Namibians with Tendulkar taking full toll of the weak bowling. Tendulkar's highest ever score in a World Cup match. The knock pales in significance as it came against a modest opposition and on a flat bed of a track. Still, Tendulkar made most of the opportunity and continued on his hot streak right until the final of the tournamentODI Hundred No. 35: 100 v Australia, 2nd Match, TVS Cup Triangular Series Ind-Aus-NZ, Captain Roop Singh Stadium, Gwalior, October 26, 2003. Result: India Won by 37 runs.
Tendulkar and Laxman combined against their favourite team - Australia - to take India to victory in a league match of the TVS Cup. Both of them hit hundreds, with Tendulkar's being his 35th ODI hundred. A sedate hundred by Tendulkar's standards, the Master laid the platform for an easy victory for the Indians. His knock included 9 fours and 1 six and he was involved in a 190-run stand for the 2nd wicket with VVS Laxman.ODI Hundred No. 36: 102 v New Zealand, 9th Match, TVS Cup Triangular Series Ind-Aus-NZ, Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad, November 15, 2003. Result: India Won by 145 runs.
In the same tournament, Tendulkar combined with Sehwag this time with the opponents being New Zealand. Both smashed centuries to give India the win that would put them in the final ahead of New Zealand. Another no-contest, particularly after Tendulkar had blasted a century from just 97 balls. He was completely overshadowed by his junior partner, Virender Sehwag as the duo added 182 runs for the 1st wicket. Dravid boosted the score further, scoring the 2nd fastest fifty ever by an Indian as the hosts racked up 353/5.ODI Hundred No. 37: 141 v Pakistan, 2nd Match, Bilateral ODI Series, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, March 16, 2004. Result: Pakistan Won by 12 runs.
The 2nd ODI of India's historic tour to Pakistan in 2004 was a high-scoring one like the first with both teams crossing 300 for the second match in a row, but in spite of Tendulkar's brilliant ton, India fell just short. One of the best knocks ever played, Tendulkar nearly guided India to a stunning victory, only for the lower order failing to complete the task. This was Tendulkar's first ever ODI ton in Pakistan, and in the process he became the first player to cross 13,000 ODI runs. Chasing 330, India were well led by the Master as he made light of wickets falling at the other end. 17 fours and 1 six came from his bat as he kept the asking rate in check. His dismissal, caught in the deep off Shoib Malik signalled the end of the Indian challenge, something that one has got pretty used to.ODI Hundred No. 38: 123 v Pakistan, 4th Match, Bilateral ODI Series, Sardar Patel Stadium, Motera, Ahmedabad, April 12, 2005. Result: Pakistan Won by 3 wickets.
Pakistan visited India a year after India had toured, and the ODI matches followed a similar pattern, with high scoring games being the norm. Tendulkar's 38th ODI ton gave India good total in the 4th ODI, but Pakistan chased it down. Tendulkar's masterclass at the Motera was not enough as Inzamam ul Haq inspired Pakistan to a thrilling victory. In an innings that consisted of 12 fours and 2 sixes, Tendulkar added 129 runs for the second wicket with MS Dhoni as India racked up 315 on the board.ODI Hundred No. 39: 100 v Pakistan, 1st Match, Bilateral ODI Series, Arbab Niaz Stadium, Peshawar, 6 February 2006. Result: Pakistan Won by 7 runs (D/L).
Both Tendulkar and Salman Butt hit hundreds, but in a close, high-scoring match, Pakistan won via the D/L method when rain intervened. This tour to Pakistan was not as successful for India as their previous one, but the solid performance in the first ODI saw them go on to win the ODI series after losing the Tests. Tendulkar's first ODI ton after making a succesful comeback post surgery for tennis elbow, his innings of 100 went in vain after the match was decided on the D/L method, handing Pakistan a win by 7 runs. A patient innings by his standards, Tendulkar's knock included 10 fours and 1 six as he let his fellow partners dominate partnerships.
ODI Hundred No. 40: International Hundred No. 75: 141* v West Indies, 2nd Match, Tri-series Ind-Aus-WI, Kuala Lampur, September 14, 2006. Result: West Indies won (D/L).
Tendulkar returned from injury to hit a sparkling ton, to put to rest rumours that he wouldn't be the same after his elbow injury. Somewhat unfairly, West Indies won the match when rain ended their innings after only 20 overs of play, after India put up a good total.Another knock in a losing cause, Sachin Tendulkar was once again denied by rain and D/L calculations. On a tough track, particulary for the right-handers, with the ball keeping alarmingly low at times, Tendulkar prospered to remain unbeaten on 141. The knock consisted of 13 fours and 5 sixes. It was his first hundred after yet another return following shoulder and elbow injury, Tendulkar said that he would remember it as a 'special' hundred because he had to overcome the pitch and his injuries. It was one of those occasions when Sachin carried the bat through the 50 overs of an ODI inning. He made 141 from 148 balls with 13 fours and 5 towering 6s on a smallish Kinrara Academy Oval ground. Fidel Edwards and Dwayne Bravo were punished severely by the little master. West Indies began their response in style with Chris Gaye smashing 45 off 35 balls. When the weather Gods intervened, the Windies were comfortably ahead on Duckworth Lewis method.
ODI Hundred No. 41: 100* v West Indies, 4th Match, Bilateral ODI Series, IPCL Sports Complex, Vadodara, January 31, 2007. Result: India Won by 160 runs.
Batting at Number 4 again, Tendulkar hit a century off just 76 balls, getting there off the last ball of the innings. India then surged to a massive win by 160 runs, giving them a 3-1 series win over West Indies. In a virtual run-feast, Tendulkar batted in the middle order and still plundered a century from just 76 balls. His knock included 10 fours and 1 six as West Indies were consigned to their 2nd biggest defeat in terms of runs. Tendulkar was once again the backbone of India’s victory as his crucial knock of 100 not out was enough to see off the West Indies. Sachin was also awarded the Man of the Match and the Series for his important innings. Prior to this game, it was a closely contested ODI series with India winning the first two matches by 14 and 20 runs respectively while the Windies won the 3rd ODI by 3 wickets. It all changed though at Vadodara. India hammered the Windies bowling attack to make a commanding 341 in 50 overs with Sachin becoming the lone centurion scoring exactly a hundred. The Caribbeans were never really in the hunt and eventually folded up for 181 in the 42nd over.
Tendulkar returned from injury to hit a sparkling ton, to put to rest rumours that he wouldn't be the same after his elbow injury. Somewhat unfairly, West Indies won the match when rain ended their innings after only 20 overs of play, after India put up a good total.Another knock in a losing cause, Sachin Tendulkar was once again denied by rain and D/L calculations. On a tough track, particulary for the right-handers, with the ball keeping alarmingly low at times, Tendulkar prospered to remain unbeaten on 141. The knock consisted of 13 fours and 5 sixes. It was his first hundred after yet another return following shoulder and elbow injury, Tendulkar said that he would remember it as a 'special' hundred because he had to overcome the pitch and his injuries. It was one of those occasions when Sachin carried the bat through the 50 overs of an ODI inning. He made 141 from 148 balls with 13 fours and 5 towering 6s on a smallish Kinrara Academy Oval ground. Fidel Edwards and Dwayne Bravo were punished severely by the little master. West Indies began their response in style with Chris Gaye smashing 45 off 35 balls. When the weather Gods intervened, the Windies were comfortably ahead on Duckworth Lewis method.ODI Hundred No. 41: 100* v West Indies, 4th Match, Bilateral ODI Series, IPCL Sports Complex, Vadodara, January 31, 2007. Result: India Won by 160 runs.
Batting at Number 4 again, Tendulkar hit a century off just 76 balls, getting there off the last ball of the innings. India then surged to a massive win by 160 runs, giving them a 3-1 series win over West Indies. In a virtual run-feast, Tendulkar batted in the middle order and still plundered a century from just 76 balls. His knock included 10 fours and 1 six as West Indies were consigned to their 2nd biggest defeat in terms of runs. Tendulkar was once again the backbone of India’s victory as his crucial knock of 100 not out was enough to see off the West Indies. Sachin was also awarded the Man of the Match and the Series for his important innings. Prior to this game, it was a closely contested ODI series with India winning the first two matches by 14 and 20 runs respectively while the Windies won the 3rd ODI by 3 wickets. It all changed though at Vadodara. India hammered the Windies bowling attack to make a commanding 341 in 50 overs with Sachin becoming the lone centurion scoring exactly a hundred. The Caribbeans were never really in the hunt and eventually folded up for 181 in the 42nd over.
ODI Hundred No. 42: 117* v Australia, 1st Final, CommonwealtTri-series Aus-Ind-SL, Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, March 02, 2008. Result: India Won by 6 wickets.
After having been dismissed 6 times in the nineties since the last century, Sachin Tendulkar put aside the nervous nineties tag to complete a glorious hundred which helped India go 1-0 up in the best of three finals of the CB series. Often blamed for not turning up on the big occassion, Tendulkar firmly shut everyone's mouth in the course of a sensational knock as India chased down a victory target of 240. Tendulkar's innings consisted of 10 fours and he added 123 runs for the 4th wicket with Rohit Sharma.
After having been dismissed 6 times in the nineties since the last century, Sachin Tendulkar put aside the nervous nineties tag to complete a glorious hundred which helped India go 1-0 up in the best of three finals of the CB series. Often blamed for not turning up on the big occassion, Tendulkar firmly shut everyone's mouth in the course of a sensational knock as India chased down a victory target of 240. Tendulkar's innings consisted of 10 fours and he added 123 runs for the 4th wicket with Rohit Sharma.
ODI Hundred No. 43: 163* retd. hurt v New Zealand, 3rd Match, Bilateral ODI Series NZ-Ind, AMI Stadium, Christchurch, March 08, 2009. Result: India Won by 58 runs.
On tiny boundaries at the AMI Stadium, Tendulkar rolled back a few years as he pulled, drove, swept and paddled his way to a fine 163. A double century was on the cards but he was forced to retire hurt with 5 overs still in the bank. The knock coming from 133 balls, included 16 hits to the fence and 5 massive sixes. Tendulkar threatened to break the ODI record for the highest score for much of this innings, but had to retire hurt with 5 overs left. It did help India win the match, however. India’s victory over the Kiwis was due to Sachin’s very important knock of 163 which helped them put up a massive target. In return, the Indian bowlers bowled with line and accuracy as they bundled out the New Zealand in a tight game. AMI Stadium under lights always presents a fascinating sight to the eye and when someone like Sachin Tendulkar goes tearing apart the bowlers, it just adds to the glitz and excitement. Sachin was at his imperious best on the day and it was unfortunate he had to retire hurt on 163 with still 5 overs left. The world record and maybe even double hundred was within his sights. India made 392 and New Zealand played well but not well enough as they folded up for 334 in 45 overs.
ODI Hundred No. 44: 138 v Sri Lanka, Final, Compaq Cup Triangular Series SL-Ind-NZ, R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, September 14, 2009. Result: India Won by 46 runs.
Tendulkar's knock in the finals of the Compaq Cup will be remembered as the first match where he took the aid of a runner in his career. Tendulkar shared vital stands with Dravid, Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh to power India towards a massive score. His knock was punctuated with 10 fours and 1 huge six. The Little Master rose to the occasion as his decisive knock of 138 proved to be vital in India’s victory over the Lankans in the final of the Compaq Cup. Sri Lanka failed to make a comeback as they lost by a margin of 46 runs. A year after he guided India to a title triumph in Australia, Sachin took India to another title win. This time, it was in Sri Lanka in the final of tri-series. Batting first after winning the toss, India put up 319 on the board thanks to 138 by Sachin. The Little Master’s knock was laced with 10 fours and 1 six. The Lankans fought hard but folded up 46 runs short.
On tiny boundaries at the AMI Stadium, Tendulkar rolled back a few years as he pulled, drove, swept and paddled his way to a fine 163. A double century was on the cards but he was forced to retire hurt with 5 overs still in the bank. The knock coming from 133 balls, included 16 hits to the fence and 5 massive sixes. Tendulkar threatened to break the ODI record for the highest score for much of this innings, but had to retire hurt with 5 overs left. It did help India win the match, however. India’s victory over the Kiwis was due to Sachin’s very important knock of 163 which helped them put up a massive target. In return, the Indian bowlers bowled with line and accuracy as they bundled out the New Zealand in a tight game. AMI Stadium under lights always presents a fascinating sight to the eye and when someone like Sachin Tendulkar goes tearing apart the bowlers, it just adds to the glitz and excitement. Sachin was at his imperious best on the day and it was unfortunate he had to retire hurt on 163 with still 5 overs left. The world record and maybe even double hundred was within his sights. India made 392 and New Zealand played well but not well enough as they folded up for 334 in 45 overs.ODI Hundred No. 44: 138 v Sri Lanka, Final, Compaq Cup Triangular Series SL-Ind-NZ, R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, September 14, 2009. Result: India Won by 46 runs.
Tendulkar's knock in the finals of the Compaq Cup will be remembered as the first match where he took the aid of a runner in his career. Tendulkar shared vital stands with Dravid, Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh to power India towards a massive score. His knock was punctuated with 10 fours and 1 huge six. The Little Master rose to the occasion as his decisive knock of 138 proved to be vital in India’s victory over the Lankans in the final of the Compaq Cup. Sri Lanka failed to make a comeback as they lost by a margin of 46 runs. A year after he guided India to a title triumph in Australia, Sachin took India to another title win. This time, it was in Sri Lanka in the final of tri-series. Batting first after winning the toss, India put up 319 on the board thanks to 138 by Sachin. The Little Master’s knock was laced with 10 fours and 1 six. The Lankans fought hard but folded up 46 runs short.
Sachin’s knock in this game is still regarded as one of the best innings played by him but even though India drew very close to the target set up by the Aussies they still lost. India kept losing wickets at crucial times that handed momentum to Australians. Chasing down an improbable 351, India fought all the way through and was even ahead of the Aussies at many stages during the chase. Tendulkar's dismissal with 18 runs needed off 17 balls caused India's melt-down. It was a special innings a sort of innings only a player like Tendulkar could have played. With him out in the middle, it always looked like India would cross the line only for them to choke after his exit. For the record his knock was the 3rd highest individual score in a losing effort. The sad part was he got out just when he shouldn’t have and India lost momentum to eventually lose the match by just 3 runs.
ODI Hundred No. 46: 200* v South Africa, 2nd ODI, Bilateral ODI Series, Captain Roop Singh Stadium, Gwalior, February 24, 2010. Result: India Won by 153 runs.
If there was one batsman who could breach the 200 mark, it had to be Sachin Tendulkar. Having come close on a couple of occassions, he finally became the first man on the planet to score a double century in an ODI encounter. It was fitting that bit came against an excellent bowling attack, anything less would have surely been degraded. Everyone else paled in comparision to Sachin, KKD Karthik hit 79 and MSD blasted a quickfire 68, but they were just mere onlookers as history was being created at the other end. Exactly half of Sachin's runs came through fours and add another 3 sixes, one would realise the effort of the 36-year-old man. When Saeed Anwar reached 194, many had thought cricket will have to wait for generations for that record to be broken. The wait was there but not for that long. When the record was broken, it was the sweetest moment for Sachin and Indian cricket. Sachin’s 200 and India’s 401 will be remembered forever.
ODI Hundred No. 47: 120 v England, 11th Match, ICC World Cup 2011 Group B, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore, February 27, 2011. Result: Match Tied.
The World Cup usually brings the best out of Sachin Tendulkar and the 2011 edition was no different. Sachin opened the innings with Sehwag and began slowly. But he accelerated at the right time. It was yet another massive effort from the master-blaster with James Anderson, one of the the bowlers who have troubled him the most being at the receiving end. The Chinnawamy resembled a cauldron as Tendulkar treated the fans to a superb display of stroke-making. His knock included 10 fours and 5 massive sixes. The Indian bowlers couldn’t defend the 338-run target their batsmen set and the match ended in a tie.
The World Cup usually brings the best out of Sachin Tendulkar and the 2011 edition was no different. Sachin opened the innings with Sehwag and began slowly. But he accelerated at the right time. It was yet another massive effort from the master-blaster with James Anderson, one of the the bowlers who have troubled him the most being at the receiving end. The Chinnawamy resembled a cauldron as Tendulkar treated the fans to a superb display of stroke-making. His knock included 10 fours and 5 massive sixes. The Indian bowlers couldn’t defend the 338-run target their batsmen set and the match ended in a tie.
ODI Hundred No. 48: 111 v South Africa, 29th Match, ICC World Cup 2011 Group B, Vidardbha Cricket Association, Jamtha, Nagpur, March 12, 2011. Result: South Africa Won by 3 wickets.
Sachin Tendulkar set the tone for yet another ballistic finish before India shockingly collapsed once again after his dismissal. A score around 350 was almost a certainty with Tendulkar out in the middle, but India stuttered to lose their last 9 wickets for just 29 runs to be bowled out for 296. Sachin though batted in a supreme fashion, hitting 8 fours and 3 sixes to register his 2nd century of the tournament.This was another occasion when India failed to capitalise on a great start provided by Sachin Tendulkar. Sehwag and Sachin had put on 142 for the opening wicket in just 17 overs. While that should have been platform enough to get a score of at least 325, India managed just 296 and went on to lose the match. Needless to say, Sachin’s effort went in vain as India eventually handed the match to South Africa in the last over.
Sachin Tendulkar set the tone for yet another ballistic finish before India shockingly collapsed once again after his dismissal. A score around 350 was almost a certainty with Tendulkar out in the middle, but India stuttered to lose their last 9 wickets for just 29 runs to be bowled out for 296. Sachin though batted in a supreme fashion, hitting 8 fours and 3 sixes to register his 2nd century of the tournament.This was another occasion when India failed to capitalise on a great start provided by Sachin Tendulkar. Sehwag and Sachin had put on 142 for the opening wicket in just 17 overs. While that should have been platform enough to get a score of at least 325, India managed just 296 and went on to lose the match. Needless to say, Sachin’s effort went in vain as India eventually handed the match to South Africa in the last over.
ODI Hundred No. 49: International Hundred No. 100: 114 v Bangladesh, Asia Cup - 4th Match, Dhaka, March 16, 2012. Result: Bangladesh Won by 5 wickets.
After an agonising wait which lasted almost a year, Tendulkar finally scored his 100th international hundred during the Asia Cup, the first man on the planet to do so. It was a bitter-sweet moment though, while Tendulkar did complete his ton of tons, India went on lose the match to angladesh. It wasn't the greatest of knocks from Sachin either, he seemed to slow down as he inched closer towards the elusive three figure mark and it cost his team in the end. It was also Tendulkar's 49th and last century in ODI cricket, he announced his retirement from the shorter format of the game at the end of the tournament.
After an agonising wait which lasted almost a year, Tendulkar finally scored his 100th international hundred during the Asia Cup, the first man on the planet to do so. It was a bitter-sweet moment though, while Tendulkar did complete his ton of tons, India went on lose the match to angladesh. It wasn't the greatest of knocks from Sachin either, he seemed to slow down as he inched closer towards the elusive three figure mark and it cost his team in the end. It was also Tendulkar's 49th and last century in ODI cricket, he announced his retirement from the shorter format of the game at the end of the tournament.My favourite Sachin's ODI 100's:-
1) ODI Hundred No. 14: 143 v Australia, 6th ODI, Coca Cola Cup, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, April 22, 1998. Result: Australia Won by 26 runs.
'Desert Storm' as it is now famously called, the 143 against Australia at Sharjah ranks as one of the best ever Tendulkar knocks in ODIs if not the best. Chasing a target of 285, India needed to score 254 to go past New Zealand and qualify for the finals. A sandstorm stopped play for 25 minutes and India's target was reduced to 276 from 46 overs. India now needed 237 runs to get past New Zealand on NRAJ. Despite losing partners at the other end, Tendulkar motored along, some of his shots were pure delight to one's eyes. Australia was hit all over the park by the Little Master to guide India into the finals of the triangular series. The Aussie bowlers had a torrid time against Sachin who scored 143 even though India lost the game.A classic knock from Tendulkar. One which is most revered by his fans. India needed to win big to edge past New Zealand into the final of the competition. Tendulkar went on a rampage, and despite a dust storm interruption, ensured that India walked into the finals to face Australia once again. Tendulkar's knock included 9 fours and 5 massive sixes, and he single-handedly took India into the final.
'Desert Storm' as it is now famously called, the 143 against Australia at Sharjah ranks as one of the best ever Tendulkar knocks in ODIs if not the best. Chasing a target of 285, India needed to score 254 to go past New Zealand and qualify for the finals. A sandstorm stopped play for 25 minutes and India's target was reduced to 276 from 46 overs. India now needed 237 runs to get past New Zealand on NRAJ. Despite losing partners at the other end, Tendulkar motored along, some of his shots were pure delight to one's eyes. Australia was hit all over the park by the Little Master to guide India into the finals of the triangular series. The Aussie bowlers had a torrid time against Sachin who scored 143 even though India lost the game.A classic knock from Tendulkar. One which is most revered by his fans. India needed to win big to edge past New Zealand into the final of the competition. Tendulkar went on a rampage, and despite a dust storm interruption, ensured that India walked into the finals to face Australia once again. Tendulkar's knock included 9 fours and 5 massive sixes, and he single-handedly took India into the final.
2) ODI Hundred No. 42: 117* v Australia, 1st Final, Commonwealth Bank Tri-series Aus-Ind-SL, Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, March 02, 2008. Result: India Won by 6 wickets.
After having been dismissed 6 times in the nineties since the last century, Sachin Tendulkar put aside the nervous nineties tag to complete a glorious hundred which helped India go 1-0 up in the best of three finals of the CB series. Often blamed for not turning up on the big occassion, Tendulkar firmly shut everyone's mouth in the course of a sensational knock as India chased down a victory target of 240. Tendulkar's innings consisted of 10 fours and he added 123 runs for the 4th wicket with Rohit Sharma.
After having been dismissed 6 times in the nineties since the last century, Sachin Tendulkar put aside the nervous nineties tag to complete a glorious hundred which helped India go 1-0 up in the best of three finals of the CB series. Often blamed for not turning up on the big occassion, Tendulkar firmly shut everyone's mouth in the course of a sensational knock as India chased down a victory target of 240. Tendulkar's innings consisted of 10 fours and he added 123 runs for the 4th wicket with Rohit Sharma.
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