Missed The Lord's Honours Board? Sachin Tendulkar Silences Mark Nicholas With A Classic Reply

Sachin Tendulkar is not just a cricketer; he is the embodiment of dedication, discipline and genius on the field. His name evokes memories of glorious centuries, heroic chases and a calm presence that inspired generations. From a teenage prodigy to the most celebrated batsman in cricket history, his journey was defined not just by statistics but by the hearts he touched across continents.

With a career spanning over two decades, Sachin Tendulkar redefined consistency and grace under pressure, carving a permanent place in the soul of the game. His legacy is eternal, far surpassing the boundaries of records or accolades.

Recently, during the unveiling of a new portrait at the MCC Museum, Sachin Tendulkar found himself once again at the center of a charming exchange.

Commentator Mark Nicholas jokingly pointed out that despite all his achievements, Sachin Tendulkar never made it to the Lord’s Honours Board, suggesting perhaps it was due to the “high-quality English bowling”.

With his usual composure and quick wit, Sachin Tendulkar responded by recalling the 1998 memorial game played at Lord’s, where he had scored a century for the Rest of the World XI against the MCC. He mentioned that while his name never made it onto the board, he did score that hundred facing world-class bowlers like Glenn McGrath, Allan Donald, Javagal Srinath, Anil Kumble and Craig McMillan. Though the game didn’t count towards official honours, it still held great personal value for him.

Sachin Tendulkar’s newly unveiled portrait, created by renowned artist Stuart Pearson Wright, adds another milestone to his storied journey. Based on a photograph taken at his Mumbai residence 18 years ago, the artwork offers a striking head-and-shoulders portrayal , different from the previous full-length portraits in the MCC’s collection. This piece becomes the fifth Indian inclusion in the MCC collection, joining the likes of Kapil Dev, Bishan Bedi and Dilip Vengsarkar, all also painted by Wright.

Despite never achieving a century in an official international match at Lord’s, Sachin Tendulkar’s accomplishments remain unparalleled. With 34,357 international runs and a record 100 international centuries to his name, he continues to be the highest run-scorer in the history of the sport.

His portrait now hanging at the MCC Museum is a fitting reminder that greatness doesn’t always need a board, sometimes it deserves a wall.

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