1995 – Sachin Tendulkar's Fourth ODI Century
Sachin Tendulkar scored his fourth ODI century in a commanding performance against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup at Sharjah, leading India to an eight-wicket victory. At just 21 years old, he became the youngest player to reach 3000 runs in ODIs. His strokeplay, timing, and maturity under pressure made this a standout innings in his early career.
1984 – Antigua's Heroes Light Up St John's
In front of a jubilant home crowd in Antigua, Viv Richards and Richie Richardson thrilled fans by adding a magnificent 308 runs for the third wicket against Australia. Their dominance with the bat crushed the visitors’ chances of winning the match, as the West Indies asserted their superiority in one of the most memorable partnerships on home soil.
1972 – Record Opening Stand by Turner and Jarvis
Glenn Turner and Terry Jarvis created history in the fourth Test in Guyana by compiling a 387-run opening stand, the fourth-highest in Test history. Jarvis scored 182, his only century, while Turner made 259 – a then-record for New Zealand. Their effort demoralized a weak West Indies attack and showcased New Zealand's rising prowess in world cricket.
1946 – Birth of Alan Knott, England's Master Wicketkeeper
Alan Knott, born on this day in 1946, was England's most prolific and stylish wicketkeeper. Famous for his slick glovework and acrobatic takes, he was also a gritty lower-order batsman with five Test centuries. His long-standing partnership with Derek Underwood defined an era for Kent and England. Knott's impact remains legendary in English cricket.
1848 – Birth of Francis MacKinnon, Longest-Lived Test Cricketer
Francis MacKinnon, born in 1848, was an early English cricketer who lived to nearly 99, becoming the longest-lived Test player. He played one Test match in 1878–79 in Melbourne, scoring 0 and 5, and was part of the first-ever Test hat-trick by Fred Spofforth. A respected figure, he later served as Kent’s president and contributed to the game’s growth.
