Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar's life-sized statue was unveiled at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium. Tendulkar expressed his feelings on X (formerly Twitter) shortly after the ceremony, reflecting on his remarkable journey.

The grand unveiling of Tendulkar's statue took place at his home ground, Wankhede Stadium, where Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde officiated the event. The sculpture depicts the cricket legend in action and is prominently placed near his dedicated stand within the stadium.

In his heartfelt note, Tendulkar delved into his illustrious career, beginning with his earliest memories at Wankhede. He reminisced about his first visit to the stadium and concluded with the profound significance of playing his final international match at the same venue.

Tendulkar's emotional journey is encapsulated in his words: "This photo has a very special place in my heart." He recalled his initial experiences, from being a 10-year-old boy sneaking into the North Stand with limited tickets to having a statue dedicated to him at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.

Tendulkar's nostalgia further encompassed his transition from a young fan who first entered Wankhede Stadium to becoming a ball boy during the '87 World Cup. He highlighted his crowning achievement of winning the 2011 World Cup and culminating his international career with his last match on the same hallowed grounds.

The cricket legend paid tribute to everyone who had been a part of his remarkable journey, emphasizing that the statue represents not just his legacy but a dedication to every non-striker, cricket heroes, teammates, colleagues, and all those who supported him throughout his career.

Tendulkar's post, which garnered over 533,000 views and 24,000 likes, also evoked numerous reactions in the comments section. Fans expressed their appreciation for the humility and grace with which he acknowledges the individuals who contributed to his greatness.

One user referred to Tendulkar's life as a journey of inspiration and wished him well. Another user expressed admiration for Tendulkar's humility and pondered if there would ever be another cricketer like him. The post concluded with a user acknowledging Tendulkar's unique place in cricket history, describing him not only as the God of Cricket but also an idol for many cricketers and Indians.

The statue unveiled at Wankhede Stadium represents 50 years of Tendulkar's remarkable life. The ceremony was graced by dignitaries including former BCCI and ICC chief Sharad Pawar, incumbent BCCI secretary Jay Shah, treasurer Ashish Shelar, vice-president Rajiv Shukla, and Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) president Amol Kale, among others.

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