The batting star, struggling with injuries of late, has got a vote of confidence from none other than the former Indian coach John Wright who believes that Tendulkar has it in him to score 100 international centuries.

With many doubting the 32-year-old player's ability to reach the dizzy heights of the past in the wake of a career-threatening injury, Wright said the cricketer was capable of reaching the milestone.

"I am convinced there's another level waiting for Sachin. I thought it was going to be this season but the elbow was a real problem. I believe he is capable of scoring 100 international hundreds," Wright said.

Tendulkar, who has so far 72 international hundreds to his credit including 34 in Tests and 38 in one-dayers, recently underwent a surgery on the elbow which is expected to keep him out of action for another 14 to 16 weeks.

Wright, who had a four and half-year-stint with the Indian team before calling it quits just after the series against Pakistan this April, also paid rich tributes to the "great sporting icon".

"He is the first truly great sportsperson I've worked with... His humility and friendship have been very special," he told the Wisden Asia magazine in an interview.

The former New Zealand captain also hailed the "fearless" opener Virender Sehwag and Anil Kumble, who has stood the test of time.