Sachin Tendulkar: Winning the 2011 ODI World Cup Made Every Struggle Worth It

New Delhi [ India March 21 (ANI): Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar stated that the 2007 World Cup was disappointing because India was unable to progress past the group stage but reminisced about hoisting the trophy four years later, noting that the achievement made every struggle worthwhile.

In 2007, the World Cup was incredibly disappointing for us; our squad was robust, and I thought we stood a good chance of excelling. However, being eliminated during the group stages left an indelible mark. Recalling those moments, I sat in the locker room grappling with the outcome—it was harsh. Yet, this setback transformed into a pivotal juncture. Post that incident, we trained even more rigorously, and ultimately clinched the championship title in 2011. This victory rendered every hardship worthwhile," shared Sachin Tendulkar. Boria Majumdar On "Backstage with Boria" Season Six.

"It was a dream come true. We had come so close in the past, and finally, holding that trophy was magical. The moment I saw my teammates lift me on their shoulders and chant my name at Wankhede, I felt like my entire cricketing journey had come full circle. It was not just my dream--it was the dream of every India "And I felt incredibly thankful to be a part of that history," Tendulkar said.

Tendulkar continues to hold the record for the highest number of runs scored in both Tests and One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He also achieved the remarkable feat of amassing 100 international centuries throughout his career.

Celebrated for his extraordinary abilities and profound expertise in cricket, he captivated audiences worldwide between 1989 and 2013. Born in Maharashtra, this young player started his Test career on November 15, 1989, when he was only 16 years old. His maiden One Day International match took place later that same year on December 18. Throughout his illustrious 664 international matches, he amassed 34,357 runs with an impressive batting average of 48.52.

Tendulkar was the first player to score a double century in One Day Internationals (ODI). In ODI matches, he accumulated 18,426 runs at an average of 44.83, featuring 49 centuries along with 96 half-centuries.

During tests, he amassed 15,921 runs with an average of 53.78, including 51 centuries and 68 half-centuries. (ANI)