On 24 February 2010, Sachin Tendulkar created history by becoming the first cricketer to score a double century in One Day International (ODI) cricket. Playing against South Africa at the Captain Roop Singh Stadium in Gwalior, Tendulkar remained unbeaten on 200 off 147 balls*, leading India to a commanding total of 401/3 in 50 overs. His innings was a masterclass in strokeplay, featuring 25 boundaries and 3 sixes, with a remarkable strike rate of 136.05. Tendulkar reached the landmark in the final over of the innings, surpassing the previous highest individual ODI score of 194, jointly held by Saeed Anwar and Charles Coventry. His knock not only set a new benchmark in international cricket but also inspired future generations, with several batsmen achieving the feat in later years. India went on to win the match by 153 runs, with South Africa being bowled out for 248. This iconic moment cemented Tendulkar’s legacy as one of the greatest cricketers of all time.
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