February 24, 2010 9:07 PM

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Sachin first player of ODI to win double ton

Sachin Tendulkar has become the first player of the world, who achieved double century in One Day International Cricket. Tendulkar toyed with South Africa's attack in the second one-day international under Gwalior's floodlights. He ended unbeaten on exactly 200 after 147 balls. India set a target of 402 runs for South Africa as they have scored 401 for 3 in the stipulated 50 overs. Tendulkar and Dhoni added 101 runs in just 54 balls. M.S.Dhoni was not out on 68 runs. Dinesh Kartik scored 79 while Yusuf Pathan 36 and Virender Sehwag 9 runs.Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh has congratulated Sachin Tendulkar on his achieving the highest score and the first double century in one day international cricket. Terming it a "magnificent achievement", Mr. Singh said that Sachin has led by example and that all Indians are proud of his achievement. In reply, South Africa were 124 for 6 in 19overs, losing 6 wickets

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