Sachin Tendulkar turned back the the clock in the ongoing International Masters League 2025 on March 5, 2025, when he enthralled fans with crisp shots and elegant drives in a match between the India Masters and the Australia Masters.

The match was played at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, and Australia Masters smashed the Indian bowling to all parts of the ground. Shane Watson smashed 110* with 12 fours and 7 sixes, while Ben Dunk made 132* with 12 fours and 10 sixes as Australia put on a record 269/1 in 20 overs.

Xavier Doherty claimed 5-25 as India Masters were bowled out for 174, losing by 95 runs. Numerous generations of cricket fans have been enthralled by this clash, which took place in Vadodara on Wednesday.

Tendulkar's thrilling 33-ball 64 set the tone for the India Masters' run chase and brought back memories of the historic Desert Storm in Sharjah.

Tendulkar showed off his dazzling straight drives and deft late cuts as he boldly faced the Australian attack, reaching his fifty off just 27 deliveries and proving to supporters why he is still the beating heart of Indian cricket.

The spectators were captivated by Tendulkar's solo battle, which saw him smash four sixes and seven fours to lead the India Masters to 100/3 halfway through the innings. However, they were taken aback when Xavier Doherty managed to hold onto a catch off Daniel Christian.

Check Tendulkar’s brilliant knock here: