2024 – Rohmalia’s Record-Breaking Spell

Teenage offspinner Rohmalia stunned the cricket world by taking 7 wickets for 0 runs in a T20I against Mongolia Women in Bali. She bowled just 3.2 overs and demolished the lower order after Mongolia were 20 for 2 chasing Indonesia's 151. It broke the previous women's T20I best of 7 for 3 and showcased Indonesia’s growing strength in women’s cricket.

2015 – Bangladesh's Historic Series Win

Bangladesh secured their first-ever ODI series victory over Pakistan by sweeping them 3-0, followed by a win in the one-off T20 on this day. Tamim Iqbal struck back-to-back centuries, while Mushfiqur Rahim added crucial runs in each game. It marked a major shift in Bangladesh cricket, coming just after Misbah-ul-Haq and Shahid Afridi’s retirements.

1978 – Doug Marillier is Born

Zimbabwean cricketer Doug Marillier, born on this day, is remembered for inventing the Marillier shot — a cheeky lap-scoop over the keeper’s head. He famously used it to steer Zimbabwe to a thrilling win over India in Faridabad during the 2001-02 tour. An allrounder, he later left Zimbabwe cricket in 2004, returning to domestic action in 2010.

1973 – Sachin Tendulkar is Born

Sachin Tendulkar, the "Little Master" of Indian cricket, was born today in 1973. By 16, he made his Test debut against Pakistan, and by 17, scored his first century at Old Trafford. Across a glorious 24-year career, he amassed 34,357 international runs, 100 international centuries, and became the first to score a double century in ODIs. A legend forever.

1971 – Kumar Dharmasena is Born

Sri Lankan cricketer and umpire Kumar Dharmasena, born today, was a key part of Sri Lanka’s 1996 World Cup-winning team. A crafty offspinner, he often bowled in tandem with Muralidaran, and contributed vital runs down the order. Later, he built a successful umpiring career, officiating in multiple major tournaments, including the 2019 World Cup final.

1970 – Damien Fleming is Born

Born on this day, Damien Fleming was a skilful Australian swing bowler who made an immediate impact with a hat-trick on his Test debut in Rawalpindi in 1994-95. Despite fierce competition from McGrath and Gillespie, he played 20 Tests, took 75 wickets, and became known for his sense of humour and ability to score handy lower-order runs, including a 71* against England.

1954 – Geoff Humpage is Born

Geoff Humpage, Warwickshire’s robust wicketkeeper-batter, was born on this day. Known for his powerful strokeplay, he was a Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1985. Though his international career was brief, playing just three ODIs, his domestic record was stellar, including a high score of 254. Post-retirement, Humpage joined the police force, staying true to public service.

1940 – David Larter is Born

England fast bowler David Larter, born in Inverness, Scotland, stood 6ft 7in and made a memorable Test debut by taking 9 wickets against Pakistan in 1962. His career, however, was plagued by injuries and inconsistency. Despite limited Test opportunities, he collected 666 first-class wickets before retiring early, remembered for his imposing height and raw pace.

1905 – Jack Hobbs' First-Class Debut

Jack Hobbs, one of cricket’s greatest batters, made his first-class debut for Surrey against the Gentlemen of England. He scored 18 and 88, top-scoring in both innings, hinting at the greatness to come. Hobbs went on to amass a staggering 61,237 first-class runs and 199 centuries — records that remain unbeaten and cement his place among cricket’s immortals.