'Another unbeaten half-century but this time off-the field' - Wishes pour in for Sachin Tendulkar as he celebrates 50th birthday

Sachin Tendulkar (Source: Twitter)

One of the greatest cricketers of all time, Sachin Tendulkar is celebrating his 50th birthday today (April 24, 2023). It has been ten years since he left the nation in tears with his farewell to international cricket, but the Master Blaster still holds a special place in the hearts of cricket fans for his numerous memories on the field. The legendary Indian batter has represented his country for 24 years, achieving countless records and accolades throughout his career, and above all, earning the respect of each and every individual.

The 'God of Cricket,' Sachin Tendulkar’s golden jubilee was also celebrated on Saturday during the 2023 Indian Premier League clash between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings at his home ground, the Wankhede Stadium. Tendulkar, the mentor of the MI franchise, enjoyed an unforgettable evening at the iconic venue, with a jam-packed crowd wishing the global superstar.

The right-handed batter, who had said that reaching 50 was his "slowest half-century", cut a cake near the Mumbai Indians’ dugout during the second strategic break in the first innings, with many team members forming a huddle nearby. The crowd went berserk and once again chants of 'Sachin Sachin' echoed around the Wankhede.

Watch the video below: 

A special birthday celebration 😃

When the entire Wankhede Stadium collectively wished Happy Birthday to the legendary @sachin_rt 🎂👏#TATAIPL | #MIvPBKS pic.twitter.com/wSIymEe8wu

— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 22, 2023

Tendulkar has played 664 international matches and scored 34,357 runs in all formats, which appears to be an unbreakable record at the present. The all-time leading run-scorer in both ODI and Test cricket, he is the only player in history to have scored 100 international centuries - 51 in Tests and 49 in ODIs. He also has many records to his name that some cricketers can only dream of breaking.

As he celebrates his yet another 'unbeaten half-century', the legend is showered with wishes from the cricket fraternity and his fans across the globe.

The Indian Cricket Board Secretary Jay Shah tweeted: "Happy Birthday to the legend of cricket @sachin_rt as he turns 50 today! He has inspired millions worldwide with his heroics with the bat. Warmest wishes to the God of cricket."

Meanwhile, Tendulkar's opening partner Virender Sehwag gave a unique birthday wish with a picture of himself doing 'Shirshasana'.

Maidaan par jo aapne kaha , uska ulta hi kiya, toh aaj aapke iconic 50th birthday par toh aapko Shirshasana karke wish karna hi tha.

Wish you a very happy birthday @sachin_rt Paaji , aap jiyo hazaaron saal , Saal ke din ho ek crore. #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/awvckIAqc9

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) April 23, 2023

Let's have a look at some other wishes from fans, IPL franchises and prominent personalities from the world of cricket:

From one legend to another 🤝

Some special birthday wishes coming in from The Game @TripleH to the GOD of Indian cricket @sachin_rt 🥳 🎂@WWE @WWEIndia#SonySportsNetwork #WWE #WWEIndia #SachinTendulkar #HappyBirthdaySachin pic.twitter.com/wWp9j5awp9

— Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) April 24, 2023

#Amul wishes a very #HappyBirthday to @sachin_rt pic.twitter.com/9UvTTMKILi

— Amul.coop (@Amul_Coop) April 23, 2023

Happy birthday, Sachin Tendulkar. 💗

There will never be another one like you! 🐐 pic.twitter.com/y3keD4mLxr

— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) April 23, 2023

A very happy birthday dear @sachin_rt
May this milestone bring you more happiness and prosperity! Wishing you nothing but the best 🥳♥️#HBDSachinTendulkar pic.twitter.com/7E7mqWE9wb

— Venkatesh Daggubati (@VenkyMama) April 24, 2023

Yet another half century (50*) by @sachin_rt but this time off the field. Wishing our GOD of cricket Many more happy returns to reach his 101st century.

— Venkatesulu Kantipalli (@venkych49) April 24, 2023

Not a day passes by, I don't miss watching Sachin Tendulkar bat. 🥲

Have a great day, legend. 🙌✌️

Love ya. ❤️

— Maddy (@EvilRashford) April 24, 2023

Happy birthday legend 🎉💗

— Mittansh OP (@Mittansh_op) April 24, 2023

Happy Birthday Tendulkar paaji💛💛💛

— V ♡̷̷ˎˊ˗ (@WhyyySoMuch) April 23, 2023

Be it Eden, MCG or Wankhede, "𝘚𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯, 𝘚𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯...👏👏👏" is forever!@sachin_rt #SachinTendulkar pic.twitter.com/5mWntR5vup

— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) April 24, 2023

6️⃣6️⃣4️⃣ Matches 😯
3️⃣4️⃣,3️⃣5️⃣7️⃣ Runs 😵‍💫
1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Centuries 🤯

Here's wishing a Happy 5️⃣0️⃣th Birthday to the Master Blaster 🥳

“𝙎𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙞𝙞𝙞𝙞𝙞𝙞𝙞𝙞𝙞𝙣 𝙎𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣” ♾#PlayBold @sachin_rt pic.twitter.com/cVHo4Q4Now

— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) April 24, 2023

Sachin, an emotion ❤️

— Cricket-Sanket 🏏 (@awesomesanket) April 23, 2023