Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar will donate 26 of his most prized cricket bats, along with other memorabilia, for display at the Mumbai Cricket Association’s (MCA) Sharad Pawar Cricket Museum. The collection will be unveiled at a special event on November 16, 2026, marking the thirteenth anniversary of Tendulkar’s retirement from international cricket. He played his final match on this date in 2013, his 200th Test, at the Wankhede Stadium against the West Indies.
The MCA Museum will present a special exhibition titled Bathographywhich will showcase the bats that correspond to key moments in Tendulkar’s illustrious career, highlighting his journey through the equipment that accompanied him during his achievements, including the innings in which he scored 100 international centuries. The exhibition aims to provide visitors with an intimate connection to the history behind these milestones.
Ajinkya Naik, President of Mumbai Cricket Association, commented on the initiative: “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 honored that Sachin has chosen to share these prized possessions with the MCA, ensuring that this extraordinary legacy remains accessible to generations of cricket lovers.”
In addition to the bats, the exhibition will include a collection of helmets, jerseys, notes and other memorabilia from significant occasions and milestones throughout Tendulkar’s career. This dedicated space will serve as a lasting tribute to his extraordinary cricketing journey, offering fans and visitors an opportunity to revisit the moments, milestones and memories that have shaped his legacy.