After retiring from international cricket in 2013, Sachin Tendulkar has stayed involved in various cricket-related activities but has not participated in any competitive tournaments as a player. However, he has been involved in several tournaments and events in different capacities:
Although not as a player, Tendulkar has been associated with the IPL since his retirement. He was the mentor of the Mumbai Indians team (2013–2019), and his involvement helped guide the team, which won multiple titles during that period.
Legends Tournaments:
Road Safety World Series: Tendulkar played in the inaugural Road Safety World Series in 2020, a tournament for retired cricketers aimed at promoting road safety awareness. He represented the India Legends team, which also featured former players like Sourav Ganguly and Virender Sehwag.
Road Safety World Series (2021): Tendulkar once again participated in this series as a player for India Legends, helping the team win the tournament.
Exhibition Matches:
Tendulkar has occasionally played in exhibition matches, typically for charity or special events. These matches often feature former cricketers and are not part of regular tournaments but are still widely watched.
IPL (Indian Premier League) – Mentorship Role:
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Global Cricket Events:
Tendulkar has also been involved in various global events as a commentator, mentor, or ambassador, including the ICC Cricket World Cup and Champions Trophy, but without actively participating as a player.
While Tendulkar’s post-retirement involvement in cricket has mostly been in non-playing roles, his influence and contributions continue to impact the sport.