Cricket is the second most popular game in the world followed by football. It is not just a game for many people, it is considered a religion and it is obvious because this is the only game where you can find the God, Sachin Tandulkar. Being one of the oldest game in the histroy of sports, it has given many memorable moments over the years.
From the first tied test series in 1960 to Dhoni’s winning six in World Cup 2011, several moments are unforgettable. This article takes you down memory lane to relive some of the most memorable moments of all time.
1] The First Tied Test Series, 1960
1960 was the year when the world was going to witness the first-ever test-tied match. The match between Australia and West Indies was played between December 9 and December 14 at the Brisbane Cricket Ground, also known as “The Gabba.” The series took an interesting turn when Australia held the last wicket, and only six runs were required to win the series. However, West Indies managed to take the last wicket, and the match ended in a tie.
2] India’s First World Cup Victory, 1983
India’s victory in 1983 is considered one of the most memorable moments in cricket history. India being the underdog team had unexpectedly defeated five times world champion of that time, the West Indies. Kapil Dev, the legendary cricketer of India Cricket single-handedly took the match close to victory. India won by 43 runs and Kapil Dev made not out 175 runs and set a target of 184 runs.
3] Pakistan’s Roar To World Cup Victory, 1992
1992 was the most precious moment for Pakistan as they managed to defeat the most in-form team, i.e., England, and became the World Champion. However, the main highlight of this series was Captain Imran Khan, who had already left the Pakistan team and rejoined as a captain, especially for this tournament. Pakistan’s team has really shown tremendous performance throughout the tournament and even took the trophy by 22 runs at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
4] The Retirement Of Masterblaster, 2011
The Indian cricket team was given an opportunity to relive the winning experience of the World Cup in 2011. Though it is itself one of the most memorable moments for Indian cricket fans, it is one heartbreaking event that took place, i.e., the retirement of Sachin Tendulkar. The match was against Sri Lanka on the home ground of Master Blaster, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. India had to chase 275 challenging runs, and with Dhoni’s six, India lifted the World Cup after 21 years, which was the biggest tribute to the “God Of Cricket.”
The Series Of Most Memorable Moments In Cricket Continues
These are the glimpses of the most memorable moments in cricket history. The bag of memories has the finale of the 2019 World Cup played between New Zealand and England when England won the match with a toss, which is still considered unfair. How can we forget the unexpected retirement of MS Dhoni when he shocked the whole world? You have to agree that cricket is a game in which unforgettable stories are still being written.
