New Delhi, 11 November (H.S.): In a significant initiative aimed at preserving India's cricketing heritage and celebrating the history of the game, legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar will present some of the most treasured bats and memorabilia from his illustrious career to the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). The collection includes bats with which he scored his 100 international centuries. These prized possessions will be displayed at the MCA's Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. The special collection will be unveiled at a ceremony on November 16, 2026.

The date also marks 13 years since Tendulkar retired from international cricket. On November 16, 2013, he bid farewell to the game after playing his 200th Test match against the West Indies at his home ground, Wankhede Stadium, in Mumbai.

On the occasion, the museum will introduce a one-of-its-kind exhibition titled 'Batography'. The special exhibition will feature 26 bats from Tendulkar's career, along with several significant memorabilia associated with his journey in the sport. Inspired by the concept of a biography, 'Batography' will chronicle the Master Blaster's remarkable cricketing journey through the stories of the bats that witnessed some of the most defining moments of his career.

Each bat will represent a distinct chapter in his illustrious career, offering cricket enthusiasts an opportunity to explore the stories behind his remarkable records and achievements through the very equipment with which he created history.

Commenting on the initiative, Mumbai Cricket Association President Ajinkya Naik said, Sachin Tendulkar's contribution to Indian and world cricket goes far beyond the records he has created. His journey is woven into the memories of millions of cricket fans, and these bats are among the most personal artefacts of that journey. Through Batography, we are bringing a unique dimension to the MCA Museum, allowing visitors to experience the story behind the milestones through the very instruments with which they were created. We are honoured that Sachin has chosen to share these prized possessions with the MCA, ensuring that this extraordinary legacy remains accessible to generations of cricket lovers.

Besides the bats, several other memorabilia associated with significant occasions and milestones in Tendulkar's career will also be part of the exhibition. These include helmets, jerseys, personal notes and other collectible items.

A dedicated space has been created within the museum to celebrate Tendulkar's extraordinary cricketing journey. The exhibition will allow fans and visitors to revisit some of the most historic moments, remarkable achievements and cherished memories of one of the greatest cricketers in the history of the game.

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar