Sachin Tendulkar's Emotional Farewell Test: A Tribute to His Mother

Sachin Tendulkar is famous cricket player and everyone calls him the 'Master blaster.' When he discussed his last game, he felt very upset. This important game happened at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, and they had a party because the stadium turned 50 years old. Sachin asked the bcci who make the cricket schedules, the BCCI, to let him play his final game from November 14 to 16, 2013, in Mumbai. Mister Tendulkar truly wished for his mom to watch him play. That's why he played his last game against the West Indies team at that very wankhede stadium.

A Special Request to BCCI from sachin tendulkar

Tendulkar revealed that he had personally reached out to BCCI president, N. Srinivasan, before the series was announced. He requested that his farewell match be held at Wankhede Stadium so that his mother, who had never watched him play live from the stands, could witness him in action for the first time. "Before the series was announced, I got in touch with the BCCI and made one request. I wanted my last match to be held in Mumbai because my mother had never seen me play live. At that time, her health was not good, and she couldn't travel. Sachin's mom was very sick and had never seen him play cricket at the stadium before. Mister Tendulkar wanted his last game to be at Wankhede Stadium so his mom could watch him play in that place for the first time. 

Recalling the emotional moments from the last day of his illustrious career, Tendulkar expressed his struggle to stay focused amid overwhelming emotions. He humorously remarked about the broadcast director's choice to show visuals of his family, particularly his mother, while he was batting. "When I walked out to bat, the West Indies players showed great respect, and the crowd gave me a warm reception. I was emotional, but I had to stay focused. However, just before the final over, I saw a close up of my mother on the big screen. She didn't realize it, and I wondered if those shots were necessary," Tendulkar recalled. Adding a touch of humor, he quipped, "I doubted the director of the broadcast had a West Indies passport because I thought he was playing with my emotions."

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Sachin Tendulkar - I made one request for the BCCI that I want my last match in Mumbai - I played cricket for 24 years, my mother had never seen me play. my mother's health was not good enough I wanted her to see me. pic.twitter.com/d9dtTT7iQg

— CrickeTendulkar 🇮🇳 (@CrickeTendulkar) January 19, 2025

Sachin Tendulkar's Glorious Test Career

Sachin Tendulkar is Master blaster in Cricket. Mister Tendulkar played for India for a very, very long time before twenty-four years! And Mister Tendulkar was in 200 Test games, which is more than anyone else ever. Mister Tendulkar even scored 15,921 runs, which is the most ever runs in Test cricket. Mister Tendulkar hit the ball so far and so well that he made 51 hundreds and 68 fifties. Sachin is definitely a cricket hero in all the indian fans.

As Tendulkar reflected on his farewell Test, it was evident that the match held a deeper significance beyond cricket. It was a tribute to his unwavering dedication and an opportunity to share his achievements with his mother, who had been his silent pillar of strength throughout his journey. The farewell Test at Wankhede Stadium not only marked the end of an era but also showcased the deep emotional bond Tendulkar shared with his family and his beloved city of Mumbai. The echoes of 'Sachin, Sachin' chants from the stands remain an indelible memory for the cricketing legend and his countless fans around the world.