2023 – South Africa stuns West Indies in a record run chase

South Africa chased down 259 in a T20I against West Indies, setting a new record for the highest successful run chase in T20 internationals. Quinton de Kock’s explosive 100 off 44 balls powered South Africa to victory.

2021 – Afghanistan posts record T20I score

Afghanistan smashed a record-breaking 278/3 against Ireland in a T20I match in Abu Dhabi, with Hazratullah Zazai leading the charge with a blistering 162* off 62 balls. It remains one of the highest totals in T20I history.

2019 – IPL opener: CSK thrashes RCB

In the opening match of IPL 2019, Chennai Super Kings bowled out Royal Challengers Bangalore for just 70 runs, winning comfortably by seven wickets. Harbhajan Singh and Imran Tahir ran through RCB’s batting lineup, making it a one-sided contest.

2018 – Kagiso Rabada’s brilliance in Cape Town

South Africa's Kagiso Rabada took 11 wickets in the third Test against Australia in Cape Town, leading his team to victory and a 2-1 series lead. His fiery spells were a key factor in dismantling Australia's batting.

2016 – Bangladesh's heartbreak in World T20

In Bangalore, Bangladesh needed two runs off three balls against India but suffered a dramatic collapse, losing three wickets and the match. Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah fell to rash shots, and MS Dhoni ran out Mustafizur Rahman off the last ball, knocking Bangladesh out of the tournament.

2011 – India edges past Australia in World Cup quarterfinal

Yuvraj Singh’s all-round brilliance (57* and 2/44) helped India defeat defending champions Australia by five wickets in the quarterfinal of the 2011 World Cup. Sachin Tendulkar’s 53 and Gautam Gambhir’s 50 laid the foundation, before MS Dhoni and Yuvraj guided India to a famous win.

2007 – Ireland stuns Pakistan in World Cup

One of the biggest upsets in World Cup history saw Ireland defeat Pakistan by three wickets in a rain-affected match. Led by Niall O’Brien’s 72, Ireland bowled out Pakistan for just 132, securing their first-ever World Cup win on St. Patrick’s Day.

2003 – Australia demolish India in World Cup final

Australia retained their title with a dominant performance in the 2003 World Cup final in Johannesburg, posting 359 for 2. Ricky Ponting led with a captain's century, and Damien Martyn battled a broken finger to contribute to an unbroken 234-run stand. India's hopes faded as Sachin Tendulkar fell to Glenn McGrath in the first over.

2002 – Ben Hollioake’s tragic death

England cricketer Ben Hollioake tragically died in a car accident in Perth. His passing shocked the cricketing world, with England’s team in the middle of a Test against New Zealand.

1994 – Kapil Dev’s farewell Test

Kapil Dev, India's legendary all-rounder, played his last Test in Hamilton against New Zealand. He retired with 434 wickets and 5248 runs in 131 Tests. The match also saw young Stephen Fleming impress with 92 on debut.

1980 – Allan Border’s historic feat

In Lahore, Allan Border became the first batsman to score 150+ in both innings of a Test. The match ended in a draw, securing Pakistan the series win.

1968 – Birth of Mike Atherton

Mike Atherton, England's gritty opener and former captain, was born. His career was marked by resilience, including a legendary 643-minute rearguard knock in Johannesburg in 1995-96. Though burdened with captaining a struggling England side, he had memorable victories late in his career before transitioning into commentary.

1962 – Pataudi becomes youngest Test captain

At just 21 years and 77 days old, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi led India against West Indies in Bridgetown, becoming the youngest Test captain, a record that stood until Tatenda Taibu broke it.

1948 – Wasim Bari, Pakistan's finest wicketkeeper, is born

Wasim Bari, a top-class wicketkeeper, played 81 Tests for Pakistan from 1967 to 1983-84, setting a national record with 228 dismissals. He took eight catches in a Test innings against England in 1971 and was a handy lower-order batsman.

1940 – Brian Hastings is born

New Zealand's Brian Hastings played 31 Tests between 1968-69 and 1975-76. A solid middle-order batsman, he later became an ICC match referee.

1906 – Maurice Allom’s remarkable debut

Born today, Maurice Allom made history in his debut Test for England against New Zealand in 1930 by taking four wickets in five balls, including a hat-trick. Only two others have matched this feat.

1896 – George Lohmann’s record series

England’s George Lohmann took 35 wickets in three Tests against South Africa at a stunning average of 5.80. His final Test haul included eight wickets in Cape Town, capping off an extraordinary career.