REACTION after Sachin Tendulkar scored his 100th international century in an Asia Cup one-dayer against Bangladesh in Dhaka on Friday (March 16).
ICC CEO Haroon Lorgat:
“Fans have admired Sachin for more than 20 years and have recently waited with great expectation for his 100th international century. The number 100 is special for a batsman and to record 100 centuries for your country is a massive statement. He is a marvel to cricket lovers around the world and with an array of batting records, Sachin is a true role model who will undoubtedly hold a special place in cricket’s history.”
India Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh
“I join the nation in congratulating Sachin Tendulkar on his making history – a hundred centuries. He has made India proud. Tendulkar’s long career has been a triumph of class, character and courage. Wish him many more innings and feats to continue inspiring the youth.”
BCCI president N Srinivasan:
“Ever since he made his international debut in November 1989, Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar has strode cricketing arenas the world over, like a colossus. He has broken old records and set new benchmarks. He has been an inspiration to billions, and an ornament to the sport. 16 March 2012 will never be forgotten by cricket-lovers.”
India team mate and opener Virender Sehwag on twitter:
“@sachin_rt paaji congratulations!Its a small thing for you but a phenomenal historic achievement. Dinner’s on me when we meet. Many more!:)”
Former India opener Sanjay Manjrekar on twitter:
“The focus today should not be about he got his 100th hundred, but how he got his 100 hundreds.”
Former England captain Michael Vaughan on twitter:
“Right up there with the Greatest ever sporting achievement… Sachins 100th 100…. Can’t see it ever being repeated…#legend.”
England fast bowler Stuart Broad on twitter:
“I think ‘The Little Master’ nickname for Sachin suits him down to the ground… 100 tons is incredible”
