2010: Sachin Tendulkar's Historic 200 in ODIs

Sachin Tendulkar became the first batter in one-day history to score 200 runs, taking just 147 balls against South Africa in Gwalior. India posted a 400-plus total and won by 153 runs. His record was broken within two years by Virender Sehwag (219), with six more double centuries following in the next eight years.

2015: Chris Gayle's Double Ton in World Cups

Chris Gayle smashed the fastest double century in ODIs and the first-ever in a World Cup, scoring 215 against Zimbabwe in Canberra. He reached his century in 105 balls and doubled it in just 33 more, sharing a record 372-run stand with Marlon Samuels.

2019: England's Maiden ODI World Cup Triumph

England won their maiden ODI World Cup title in dramatic fashion at Lord’s. The final against New Zealand ended in a tie, and the Super Over also finished level. England were declared winners based on the boundary count rule, having hit more fours and sixes than New Zealand. Ben Stokes played a heroic knock of 84*, while the final-over drama, featuring a deflected overthrow for four, became one of the most talked-about moments in cricket history

2003: Kenya Stuns Sri Lanka in the World Cup

In a major World Cup upset, Collins Obuya’s 5 for 24 spun Sri Lanka out for 157, securing Kenya’s famous 53-run victory. This win propelled Kenya towards a historic semi-final run.

2020: New Zealand’s 100th Test Win

New Zealand crushed India by ten wickets in Wellington, with Tim Southee, Trent Boult, and debutant Kyle Jamieson dismantling India. Ross Taylor, playing his 100th Test, contributed to the victory as New Zealand chased nine runs in just two overs.

1983: India's Historic World Cup Victory at Lord’s

On June 25, 1983, under the captaincy of Kapil Dev, India stunned the mighty West Indies to win their first-ever Cricket World Cup. Defending a modest total of 183, India's bowlers, led by Mohinder Amarnath and Madan Lal, bowled out West Indies for just 140 runs. The iconic moment of Kapil Dev taking a stunning catch to dismiss Viv Richards remains one of the most celebrated images in Indian cricket history.

1951: Derek Randall – A Fielding Dynamo

Born on this day, Derek Randall was known for his electric fielding and a memorable 174 in the 1977 Centenary Test. Despite struggles against the moving ball, he remained a fan favorite and played until 1993 for Nottinghamshire.

1931: Brian Close – The Fearless England Captain

Brian Close, born today, had a Test career spanning 27 years. England’s youngest Test debutant in 1949, he was known for his courage, often taking brutal blows at short leg. His fearless batting against Wes Hall in 1963 remains legendary.

1949: John Lever – England’s Swing Maestro

John Lever, born today, made a stunning Test debut in India in 1976-77, taking 10 wickets. His England career, interrupted by a rebel tour, briefly resumed in 1986 before selectors moved on to fresh talent.

1990: England's Stunning Kingston Test Victory

Against all odds, England stunned the West Indies in Kingston after Angus Fraser’s 5 for 6 wrecked their batting. England’s Caribbean tour, expected to be a disaster, started with a historic win.

1959: Mike Whitney’s Unexpected Test Debut

Mike Whitney, born today, was called up for the 1981 Ashes while playing league cricket in England. He later became a successful left-arm seamer, best known for his 7 for 27 against India in 1991-92.

1996: Javed Miandad’s Record Sixth World Cup

Javed Miandad became the first cricketer to play in six World Cups when he featured against the UAE in Gujranwala, marking a historic moment in ODI history.

1958: Betty Wilson’s Historic Double in Women's Test

Australian great Betty Wilson achieved the rare feat of scoring a century and taking 10 wickets in a women's Test against England, with figures of 11 for 16, including 7 for 7.

1987: Chamara Kapugedera’s Missed Century

Born today, Chamara Kapugedera made his Sri Lanka debut at 18 and showed promise but never fully realized his potential, narrowly missing a century against Bangladesh in 2009.

1981: Mohammad Sami – Pakistan’s Fast Hope

Mohammad Sami burst onto the scene with a hat-trick in just his third Test but struggled with consistency. Despite setbacks, he made multiple comebacks, including a brief return in 2015.

2009: Karachi Run Fest – Younis’ Triple, Lanka’s Double Tons

Younis Khan’s triple century and record 437-run partnership by Jayawardene-Samaraweera saw Pakistan and Sri Lanka rack up 1409 runs in a drawn Test, with Muralidaran and Mendis toiling for little reward.