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From Sachin Tendulkar To Mitchell Marsh; List Of Cricketers To Score Century On Their Birthdays - In Pics
Cricket has witnessed countless extraordinary moments and records over the years, but there's something particularly special about a cricketer marking their birthday with a century. It's a rare feat that combines the joy of celebrating another year of life with the thrill of achieving a cricketing milestone. In this listicle, we showcase a dozen cricketers who etched their names in history by scoring centuries on their birthdays. Let's take a glimpse into these memorable moments captured in pictures.
Tom Latham (New Zealand) - Score: 140* vs. Netherlands, Hamilton, 2022
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A birthday bash against the Dutch with an unbeaten 140 for Latham in an ODI.
Sachin Tendulkar (India) - Score: 134 vs. Australia, Sharjah, 1998
The 'Master Blaster' gifted himself a remarkable century in the desert against Australia.
Ross Taylor (New Zealand) - Score: 131* vs. Pakistan, Pallekele, 2011
Taylor celebrated his birthday in style with an unbeaten century in an ICC World T20 match.
Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) - Score: 130 vs. Bangladesh, Karachi, 2008
The explosive opener smashed a century on his birthday in a thrilling Asia Cup encounter.
Vinod Kambli (India) - Score: 100* vs. England, Jaipur, 1993
Kambli made his 21st birthday extra special with an unbeaten century in an ODI.
Mitchell Marsh (Australia) - Score: 101* vs. Pakistan, Bengaluru, 2023
Marsh's birthday century in a T20 World Cup match showcased his destructive batting skills.
Jason Gillespie (Australia) - Score: Double Century vs. Bangladesh, Chittagong, 2006
The Aussie fast bowler surprised everyone with a double century on his birthday, guiding Australia to victory.
Ramnaresh Sarwan (West Indies) - Score: 116 vs. India, St. Kitts, 2006
Sarwan's elegant strokeplay on his birthday set the stage for a high-scoring Test match against India.
Alec Stewart (England) - Score: 118 & 143 vs. West Indies, London, 1994
Stewart's twin centuries on his birthday led England to a resounding Test victory over the West Indies.
Chris Lewis (West Indies) - Score: 117 vs. India, Chepauk, 1993
Lewis's valiant century couldn't save West Indies from an innings defeat against India.
Imran Khan (Pakistan) - Score: 123 vs. West Indies, Lahore, 1980
The iconic cricketer played a pivotal role in a Test match that ended in a draw, earning him Man of the Match honours.
Graeme Pollock (South Africa) - Score: 105 & 33* vs. Australia, Port Elizabeth, 1967
Pollock celebrated his birthday with a century and a Test match victory against Australia.
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