20 Amazing Facts In Cricket History

 

Cricket is a bat-and-ball game that is played between two teams of eleven players. The game originated in England and has since become popular in many other parts of the world, particularly in India, Pakistan, Australia, South Africa, and the West Indies.

Here are 20 interesting facts about cricket 

 

The game of cricket dates back to the 16th century, but it wasn't until the 18th century that it became a popular sport in England.

 

The first-ever cricket match to be played between two international teams was between Canada and the United States in 1844.

 

The first Test match was played between Australia and England in 1877 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

 

The first limited-overs cricket match was played in 1963 between England and Australia.

 

The Cricket World Cup, the premier international cricket tournament, was first held in England in 1975 and is now held every four years.

 

The highest individual score in Test cricket was made by Brian Lara of the West Indies, who scored 400 not out against England in 2004.

 

The fastest century in international cricket was scored by AB de Villiers of South Africa, who reached his century off just 31 balls against the West Indies in 2015.

 

The only bowler to take all ten wickets in an innings in Test cricket is Jim Laker of England, who achieved this feat against Australia in 1956.

 

The first-ever recorded instance of a hat-trick in international cricket was achieved by Frederick Spofforth of Australia in 1879.

 

The first-ever cricket ball to be bowled in international cricket was bowled by Alfred Shaw of England in 1877.

 

 

The longest cricket match in history was played between England and South Africa in 1939, which lasted for 12 days.

 

The highest team score in a Test match was made by Pakistan, who scored 7 for 765 declared against Sri Lanka in 2009.

 

 

 

 

 

The first-ever recorded instance of a six in international cricket was hit by Chris Gayle of the West Indies in 2002.

 

The first-ever super over in international cricket was played in the 2007 World Twenty20 final between India and Pakistan.

 

The fastest delivery in international cricket was bowled by Shoaib Akhtar of Pakistan, who bowled at a speed of 161.3 km/h (100.23 mph) against England in 2003.

 

The first-ever cricket match to be played under floodlights was between England and West Indies in 1979.

 

The first-ever hat-trick in a World Cup match was achieved by Chetan Sharma of India in 1987.

 

The first-ever international cricket match to be played indoors was between Australia and New Zealand in 1984.

 

The first-ever player to score 10,000 runs in Test cricket was Sunil Gavaskar of India, who achieved this feat in 1987.

 

The first-ever player to score a double century in a One Day International (ODI) match was Sachin Tendulkar of India, who scored 200 not out against South Africa in 2010.

 

Cricket is a sport that has evolved over time, and it continues to grow in popularity around the world. Whether you're a casual fan or a die-hard enthusiast, there's always something new and exciting to discover about this fascinating game.