Several reports revisit an early episode from Sachin Tendulkar’s cricketing life: in 1987, at about age 13, he fields as a substitute for Pakistan in a Mumbai exhibition match. The accounts say the invitation comes through Pakistan captain Imran Khan during the team’s tour, when Tendulkar joins the Pakistan side in the field rather than playing for India. This appearance is described as occurring roughly two years before Tendulkar’s India debut, highlighting his involvement in high-profile cricket settings at a young age. The coverage frames the moment as a notable early connection between Tendulkar and Pakistan cricket, centered on an informal substitute role during a friendly match rather than an official international fixture. Overall, the sources agree on the key details: the year (1987), the venue (Mumbai), Tendulkar’s age (about 13), that he fields for Pakistan as a substitute, and that Imran Khan is linked to arranging the opportunity during Pakistan’s tour.