Indian cricket's most iconic moments at the Wankhede

#2 Sachin Tendulkar's retirement, 2013

It was 14th November when India took on the West Indies at the Wankhede. It was Sachin Tendulkar's 200th and last Test match. This match was nothing short of a national event. The crowd thronged the ground in thousands. Every cricket fan wanted to be a part of that grand setting.

India won the toss and decided to field first. The decision meant that the world had to wait to see Sachin bat. India bundled out West Indies for just 182. It was India's turn to bat and they were 77 when the second wicket fell.

The dismissal meant that Tendulkar walked out to bat on the first day itself. It was then, all about one man as the atmosphere was touching heights of unimaginability. The emotions flew, the crowd noise grew and the prayers commenced. The evergreen chants of Sachin filled the stadium and the goosebumps in the crowd could be seen.

At the end of the first day, Sachin was unbeaten on 38. These runs included both authority and delicacy. He soon reached his half-century with his trademark straight drive.He was on 74 when he edged Deonarine's ball to Sammy at slip. There was no celebration from Darren Sammy, as a mark of respect to the Master Blaster. The crowd was on its feet to applaud the innings and the man.

India were finally bowled out for 495. They led West Indies by 313 runs. The first thought that crossed the majority was the low probability of seeing Sachin bat again. It probably was the first time, that the average Indian cricket fan wanted the opposition to score as many runs as possible.

But, it wasn't to be. India won by an innings and 126 runs as Shami uprooted Gabriel's middle stump. It was over. It was hard to believe for ardent fans sitting in the stadium that Sachin Tendulkar would never play for India again.

Arguably, the greatest batsman of all time, he was given a heartfelt guard of honour by his team-mates.There were tears in his eyes and millions around the world joined him.

The master was finally handed the mic for his farewell speech. He thanked all the people who contributed to his life and career. The choke in his voice could be felt. Unlike his batting, he had to put in a lot of effort to finish his speech.

Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar finally exited the ground. While leaving the park, he also left behind 24 years of legacy. A legacy that still remains unparalleled.