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On This Day, Sachin Tendulkar Redefined His Glory With 100th International Ton

Poulomi Chakraborty

Sachin Tendulkar's 100th Ton Moment (Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com)Sachin Tendulkar's 100th Ton Moment (Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com)

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Miracles are rare, but in cricket, God himself—Sachin Tendulkar made them look routine. In his glorious cricket career, he touched countless numbers of milestones, but smashing 100 centuries is still standing tall among them all. On this day in 2012, the Master Blaster turned the rarest feat happen and unlocked a historical moment in cricket.

The historic moment took place in the Asia Cup 2012. On March 16, Tendulkar unlocked the moment while facing Bangladesh. As he reached the historic milestone, the cricketing world erupted in celebration, etching this legendary feat into history forever.

Master Blaster Scripts History With 100th Ton

In the cricket world, Sachin Tendulkar’s legacy is untouched. Among all his records, smashing 100 centuries in his glorious career is still a moment to be proud of. Tendulkar unlocked the historic feat on the big stage of the Asia Cup 2012. While facing Bangladesh in the fourth match of the tournament, he turned a dream into reality, etching his name in cricketing immortality.

While batting first, Tendulkar opened the innings alongside Gambhir. After Gambhir’s early dismissal, the Master Blaster stood tall and maintained crucial partnerships with Virat Kohli and Suresh Raina.

Even in the twilight of his career, Tendulkar wasn’t done rewriting history. After a whole year of waiting, Tendulkar smashed his 49th ODI ton with a fine inning of 114 runs in 147 deliveries and also scripted his 100th international ton. This historic feat is much more than a personal excellence, this achievement set an example of being best in the game.


India Fell Short While Defending The Total

Despite exceptional innings with Tendulkar’s hundred and Virat Kohli and Suresh Raina’s impactful knocks, the bowling struggle took away the match from them. After winning the toss, Bangladesh opted to bowl first and nailed the chase with their brilliance. After dismissing Nazimuddin, Team India had to wait for a long to secure the second scalp.

In front of Tamim Iqbal, Jahurul Islam, Nasir Hossain, and Shakib Al Hasan’s brave displays, the Indian bowlers struggled to dominate. In the tough time, Praveen Kumar secured 3 crucial scalps and Ashwin and Jadeja took one each. After that brilliant start, Team India faced a heartbreaking defeat of 5 wickets.