As season 21 continues after the celebrations of Year 20, all that must be felt is contentment.
The commitment, sincerity, dedication, and enthusiasm that Sachin displays in every match is remarkable, praiseworthy and unmatched. It separates him from the rest. He is the best cricketer that not only india but whole world has ever produced. — Prateek Pathak
Tendulkar spoke first about his 20th year in international cricket to India Today's Deputy Editor Sharda Udra. Excerpts:

SU: November will become the 20th year in international cricket for you. Only Gary Sobers has played non-stop international cricket for that long a period. Do you remember it all? Does it feel that long?

ST: I feel that time definitely flies. I remember on my first tour Kapil Dev challenged me, he said 'you play for ten years.' It was a healthy bet which I won. When I completed ten years, Kapil Dev was the coach so I caught him and said I've won our bet.
Sachin Tendulkar has a record 12,773 runs in 159 Test matches at an average of 54.58.
He has a record 17,178 runs in 436 One-day Internationls at an average of 44.50.
Is Sachin Tendulkar the greatest batsman since the Australian legend Donald Bradman?
Yes
No
Can't Say