What is Sachin Tendulkar Net Worth and Salary?
Sachin Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, has an estimated net worth of $200 million His fortune has been built not just on an extraordinary career on the cricket field, but also through lucrative endorsements, business ventures, and post-retirement roles in cricket administration and philanthropy.
- Sachin Tendulkar Net Worth: $200 Million
- Date of Birth: April 24, 1973
- Place of Birth: Mumbai
- Nationality: Indian
Early Life
Born on April 24, 1973, in Dadar, Bombay (now Mumbai), Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar was the youngest of four siblings. His father, Ramesh, was a respected Marathi novelist, while his mother, Rajni, worked in insurance. As a mischievous child, Sachin’s life took a sharp turn when his elder brother Ajit introduced him to cricket coach Ramakant Achrekar. Under Achrekar’s mentorship at Sharadashram Vidyamandir High School, Sachin’s cricket talent blossomed early.
By age 14, he was already making headlines, and in 1988, he made his first-class debut for Bombay in the Ranji Trophy, becoming the youngest Indian to score a century on debut.
Rise to International Stardom
Tendulkar made his international Test debut in 1989 during India’s tour of Pakistan. Though just 16 years old, he impressed with his resilience against some of the world’s fiercest bowlers. His first international century came in 1990 in England, and from there, he quickly became a global icon.
The period from 1994 to 1999 marked Tendulkar’s peak, during which he set numerous records. He was the highest run-scorer in the 1996 Cricket World Cup, and his famous 143-run knock against Australia in the Coca-Cola Cup is still remembered as one of his greatest innings.
Captaincy
Though Tendulkar captained India twice—in 1996 and again in 1999—his leadership stints were short-lived due to mixed team performances. Despite these setbacks, he remained the backbone of Indian cricket. He scored his 35th Test century in 2005, breaking Sunil Gavaskar’s record, and continued adding to his achievements.
A crowning moment came in the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, where he was India’s top run-scorer, helping the team lift the trophy after 28 years.
Records and Milestones
- Most international runs: Over 34,000 across Tests and ODIs
- Only cricketer with 100 international centuries
- First to score a double century in ODIs
- Highest number of World Cup runs (2,278)
- Played 200 Test matches, the most by any player
Tendulkar retired from ODIs in 2012 and from all forms of cricket in November 2013, ending a phenomenal 24-year career.
Post-Retirement Ventures
After retirement, Tendulkar took on various roles, including:
- Member of the Cricket Advisory Committee (2015)
- Cricket commentator for the 2019 World Cup
- Team owner of Kerala Blasters FC (football) and Bengaluru Blasters (badminton)
- Founder of Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar Sports Management
He also captained the India Legends team to victory in the 2020-21 Road Safety World Series.
Tendulkar has also invested in restaurants and fitness startups, and remains one of India’s most bankable brand ambassadors, endorsing brands such as Adidas, BMW, and MRF.
Personal Life
In 1995, Tendulkar married Anjali Mehta, a pediatrician. They have two children, Sara and Arjun. Arjun has followed in his father’s footsteps and plays professional cricket.
Tendulkar is also a committed philanthropist. He has worked with UNICEF to promote polio eradication and sanitation, and supports 200 underprivileged children annually through the NGO Apnalaya. He was also actively involved in COVID-19 relief efforts, donating medical equipment and financial aid.
Honors and Recognition
Sachin Tendulkar’s contribution to cricket and society has earned him India’s highest civilian honors:
- Arjuna Award (1994)
- Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award (1997)
- Padma Shri (1999)
- Padma Vibhushan (2008)
- Bharat Ratna (2014) – the youngest recipient of India’s highest civilian award
Sachin Tendulkar Net Worth
Sachin Tendulkar net worth is $200 million.
Author: Andrew Walyaula
Andrew Walyaula is a seasoned multimedia journalist. satrendmagazine@gmail.com
