Archive · 31 Jan 2026
Sachin's 136 in 1999 Chennai Test
On January 31, 1999, Sachin Tendulkar played a fantastic innings of 136 runs in a Test match against Pakistan in Chennai.
He showed great skill and bravery, especially since India was in a tough spot after losing many wickets early.
Tendulkar and his teammate Nayan Mongia put on a good partnership, but in the end, Tendulkar got out, and India lost the match by just 12 runs.
It was a very close and exciting game, but also a sad moment for Tendulkar and his team.
Sachin Tendulkar scored 136 runs in the second innings of the Chennai Test against Pakistan in 1999.
India was set a target of 271 runs and lost early wickets, reducing them to 5 for 82.
Tendulkar and Nayan Mongia had a crucial partnership of 136 runs.
Tendulkar's dismissal after a top-edge against Saqlain Mushtaq led to India's collapse and a 12-run loss.
The match is remembered for Tendulkar's brilliant innings and the heartbreaking end for India.
- Who
- Sachin Tendulkar and the Indian cricket team
- What
- A memorable Test match where Tendulkar scored 136 runs but India lost by 12 runs
- When
- January 31, 1999
- Where
- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Why
- To win the Test match against Pakistan, but ultimately fell short
- Player
- Sachin Tendulkar
- Opponent
- Pakistan
- Venue
- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Score
- 136 runs
- Result
- India lost by 12 runs
- Key Bowlers
- Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shahid Afridi, Saqlain Mushtaq
- Supporting Partner
- Nayan Mongia (52 runs)
- Date
- January 31, 1999