Kapil Dev Magical Batting vs England at The Oval 3rd Test 1982

Kapil Dev is a great Indian allrounder. He often played aggressive innings those days, when test cricket was played at slow and boring pace. Kapil Dev electrify the crowds with his attacking mindset. Those who have watched him live on TV is lucky to witness a great all rounder in his full flow. Similarly his innings of 97 runs off just 93 including 14 fours and 2 towering sixes in the 3rd test against England in 1982 at The Oval. Kapdil Dev dismantled bowling of Ian Botham, Bob Willis, Paul Allot, Derek Pringle and Phil Edmonds. This innings is a gift for Kapil Dev fans, who loves his batting. I’m sure you will delight to watch vintage memories of Indian tour to England 1982. Although match was drawn but Kapil Dev innings was super amazing pleasure. Watch out and share you comments in the below.

When Mohsin Khan Career Ended in 1986-87

Mohsin Khan was a such a graceful Pakistani opener. But his career was ended in a bad way when he was extremely struggling against the fiery fast bowling of Malcom Marshall, Courtney Walsh and Anothy Gray. In this last test series against West Indies in 1986-87, he scored just 48 runs in 6 innings of 3 test match series. Eventually his career was ended due to his form struggling against short pitch deliveries. Indeed it was a sad end of his career. He was particularly struggling against Malcom Marshall. Lets watch few of his dismissals in his last test series.  

Wasim Akram 50 off 46 Balls vs India at Sharjah 1995

In this video you will see Wasim Akram 50 runs off 46 Balls 62 Mins 4 Fours 2 Sixes vs India in the 3rd Match, Sharjah, played on April 07, 1995, in the Pepsi Asia Cup. Batting at Number 7, Wasim Akram played a crucial innings to help Pakistan to post a 266 for 9. In reply, India bowled out at just 169 and lost the match by 97 runs. Wasim Akram was useful batsman in the lower order. Wasim Akram also a beautiful six off Sachin Tendulkar bowling on the leg side and then whip a two lovely four off Anil Kumble bowling. Wasim Akram also hit a beautiful four off Srinath bowling that was treat to watch. Lets watch his video and enjoy the vintage memories of two great cricket rivals.

Kris Srikanth’s Fearless Fling Against the Mighty Windies – Sharjah, 1989

Watch out brisk start provided by Kris Srikanth against fiery attack of West Indies. Those days when odi cricket was poisoned by slow batting, kris Srikanth becomes one of few batsman who played shots without any fear. Facing Malcom Marshall, Courtney Walsh, Curtly Ambrose and Winston Benjamin was not easy task. Srikanth aggressive intent helps India in ODI’s those days. Srikanth often break bowler confidence that helps for middle order to score freely as well.

In this inning Srikanth scored 40 off 56 Balls 4 Fours vs West Indies 4th Match at Sharjah, Oct 16 1989. Kris Srikanth brilliant effort at the top, helps India to post a decent target of 211. Eventually prove to be enough for India to beat West Indies by 37 runs.

Roy Dias MOM Knock vs Pakistan at Sharjah in 1984

 

Roy Dias scored a patience innings of 57 Not Out off 95 Balls 1 Four vs Pakistan in the 1st Match, at Sharjah, played on April 06, 1984, in the first ever Rothmans Asia Cup. Roy Dias played a determined innings mainly consist of one and two’s as per match requirement. He held the innings at one end and keep the scoreboard ticking, eventually goes past the Pakistan target and win the match by 5 wickets. Lets watch Roy Dias innings.

This was Sri Lanka memorable ODI win over Pakistan, who was missing some of their key players. It was a patience innings, as Roy Dias move the scoreboard slowly but effectively. This was ODI # 259, and match umpires were Dickie Bird and Swaroop Kishen.

Ali Naqvi Test Debut Century vs South Africa in 1997 at Rawalpindi

 

Ali Naqvi scored brilliant century on test debut against strong South Africa bowling Attack, consisting of Allan Donald, Shaun Pollock, Brett Shcultz, Brian McMillan, Pat Symcox and Jack Kallis. He scored 115 off 270 balls in 352 mins including 14  fours in the 1st Test at Rawalpindi in Oct 1997.

Despite century on test debut, he played 5 test matches for Pakistan scoring 242 runs in 9 test innings at an average of 30.25 including 31 fours and 1 catch.

Despite a brilliant test career start, he was suddenly fall and could not rise. Do you think, he deserve more chances to prove himself at test level or was lucky to represent in an ear when Pakistan batting dominated with high quality players. I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

In First-Class cricket, Naqvi featured in 115 matches,  amassing 5,898 runs in 179 innings  at an average of 35.00, including 14 centuries and 24 fifties, with a highest score of 180. With the ball, he delivered 6,484 balls, claiming 102 wickets at 28.50 apiece, including one five-wicket haul (best figures 5/65), and took 48 catches

In List A games, he appeared 64 times, scoring 2,423 runs at a fine average of 43.27, boasting 8 centuries and 13 fifties, with 248 fours and 26 sixes . He also took 24 wickets from 1,467 deliveries, at an economy of 5.10, with the best of 3 for 17 and held 18 catches.

In the shortest format, T20 cricket, Naqvi played 5 matches, scoring 183 runs at a striking rate of around 159.13, including 1 half-century, with 18 fours and 5 sixes and grabbed 2 wickets.He also bowled 102 balls, taking 2 wickets at an economy of 8.12 . At the Test level, he played 5 matches for Pakistan, making 242 runs at an average of 30.25, including his famous 115 on debut, along with 31 fours .

Arshad Ayub 5 for 117 vs West Indies 3rd Test Port of Spain 1989

Arshad Ayub took 5 wickets for 117 52 Overs 11 Mdns vs West Indies in the First Innings of 3rd Test played at Port of Spain, in Apr 1989. Although West Indies won the match by 217 runs. But Arshad Ayun performance was applauded by cricket fans. Lets watch Arshad Ayub spell. In the second inning Arshad ayub gave none for fifty in 18 overs. This was test match # 119, as match umpires were Andrew Weekes, and Clyde Cumberbatch. Do you think, he deserve more chances to play for india or he was an average bowler and lucky to play for India. Tell me your comments in below.

 

Azmat Rana batting vs India at Sahiwal 3rd ODI in November 1978

In this video, you will have a chance to see a rare video of Azmat Rana batting vs India in the 3^rd ODI at Sahiwal in 3^rd November 1978. He was younger brother of Test cricketer Shafqat Rana and umpire Shakoor Rana. He appeared for Pakistan in just 2 ODI’s, scored 42 runs at an average of 42.00. 

In this innings he scored 20 off 23  balls. Lets watch his brief innings. Azmat Rana was a consistent left-hand batsman who played with steady success in Pakistan domestic cricket. Like many others, he played just once for Pakistan. He was selected against Australia at Lahore in 1979-80 and scored 49 in his only innings.  In the first class cricket he scored 6001 runs at an impressive average of 47.62 including 16 hundreds and 30 fifites with the top score of 206 not out. In List A cricket he scored 442 runs in 17 matches at an average of 40.18 including three fifties with the top score of 96.  

 

Ijaz Ahmad Blazing Hundred vs Zimbabwe at Rawalpindi in 1998

Pakistani batsman Ijaz Ahmad known for his blistering innings. One such moment came against Zimbabwe in the 3^rd ODI on Novemember 24, 1998 at Rawalpindi. When He produced a masterclass innings of 132 runs off 103 balls including 9 fours and 4 massive sixes. With his performance Pakistan won the match by 111 runs. Ijaz Ahmad was rightly named player of the match. Lets watch his scintillating innings.

Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to field first. Pakistan posted a good total of 302 for 6 wickets in 50 overs. Ijaz Ahmad scored 132 and saeed anwar scored 73  were the major contributors. In reply, Zimbabwe bowled out 191 runs and lost the match. Only Andy flower scored 61 runs. This was odi # 1377. The match umpires were Javed Akhtar and Riazuddin. TV Umpire was Azhar Hasan and Match referee was Cammie Smith.

Jimmy Cook: A Former Cricketer Who Played a Pivotal Role in South African Domestic Cricket During Apartheid Era

 

Jimmy Cook, born on July 31, 1953, in Johannesburg.  A former cricketer who played a pivotal role in South African domestic cricket during the apartheid era and later made a significant impact in the international arena.  Jimmy Cook played three cricket Test matches and four One Day Internationals from 1991 to 1993. Jimmy Cook was a prolific opening batsman both in his native South Africa and for Somerset County Cricket Club but South Africa's exclusion from Test cricket cost him a significant Test career. He played in all 19 of South Africa's 'unofficial Test matches' against rebel sides.

At the age of 39 and having waited two decades for an official Test cap, he edged Kapil Dev's opening ball, a late outswinger, to third slip in the First Test between South Africa and India at Durban in November 1992, to become the first debutant to be dismissed by the first ball of a Test match; Leon Garrick of the West Indies also suffered this fate nine years later.

Originally a middle-order batsman for Transvaal, his career blossomed when he converted to the opening position. He formed a formidable opening partnership with Henry Fotheringham, helping the Transvaal dominate the domestic scene in the 1980s. He captained the province later on in his career and remains the third-highest run-scorer in South African first-class cricket.

In 270 first-class matches, he scored 21,143 runs with a top score of 313* at an average of 50.58. He scored 64 first-class hundreds. In 286 List A cricket games, he made 10,639 runs at 41.39 with a best of 177. His remarkable consistency and ability to score heavily in different conditions made him a standout performer. Although his international career was brief, spanning just three Test matches, Cook's determination and resilience were evident. He scored 107 runs in those matches, with a highest score of 43.

In One Day Internationals (ODIs), Cook had a slightly longer career, playing in four matches and scoring 146 runs at an average of 36.50, with a top score of 48. Although his international stats may not fully reflect his abilities, his contributions to South African cricket, particularly during a challenging period, remain highly respected.

he played in 286 List A matches, amassing 10,639 runs at an impressive average of 41.03. His ability to score consistently in the shorter format of the game was evident through his 18 centuries and 68 half-centuries. Cook was known for his steady yet aggressive approach at the top of the order, which made him a key player in domestic limited-overs competitions. His highest score in List A cricket was 177 not out, highlighting his capacity to play substantial innings and anchor his team's performance.

After retiring from playing, Jimmy Cook continued to contribute to cricket as a coach and mentor, helping to develop the next generation of South African cricketers. His legacy as one of South Africa's greatest domestic players and his perseverance to play at the international level against the odds remain an inspiration in the cricketing world.

 

Unstoppable Fury: How Colin Croft's Fiery Spell Crushed Australia in a Thrilling Test Match

In the third Test between Australia and West Indies at Adelaide in January 1980, Colin Croft delivered a fearsome and aggressive performance that left a lasting impact on the match. His bowling was nothing short of hostile, as he unleashed a barrage of fast deliveries that rattled the Australian batsmen. In the first innings, Croft's menacing spell earned him impressive figures of 4 for 57, dismantling the Australian batting lineup. He claimed the crucial wickets of key players, including Bruce Laird, Kim Hughes, the experienced Rod Marsh, and Geoff Dymock. Lets Croft and Holding Spell.

Not content with his first-innings heroics, Croft continued his fiery form in the second innings, where he picked up another 2 wickets for 47 runs. His relentless pace and aggression were instrumental in helping the West Indies secure a massive victory by a margin of 408 runs, a testament to their dominance in the game.

Adding to the drama of the match, Michael Holding, another formidable West Indian fast bowler, contributed to the carnage with figures of 2 for 31. After a controversial appeal was turned down by the umpire, Holding responded by launching a ferocious attack on the Australian batsmen, delivering a barrage of bouncers that kept them on the back foot. This match is remembered not only for the West Indies' commanding win but also for the sheer intensity and hostility of their bowling attack, led by the fearsome Colin Croft.