2024 – Vanuatu's Historic Win

On this day, Vanuatu’s women made history by defeating Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup Qualifier. Despite never having played outside East Asia Pacific, they bowled Zimbabwe out for 61, with spinners Vanessa Vira and Nasimana Navaika sharing seven wickets. The team, who crowdfunded to attend, won by six wickets in a landmark moment for Vanuatu cricket.

2004 – Zimbabwe Bowled Out for 35

Sri Lanka bowled Zimbabwe out for just 35 runs in an ODI, setting a record for the lowest total in the format at that time. Chaminda Vaas took 4 for 11 and Farveez Maharoof added 3 for 3. Zimbabwe’s top scorer managed only 7, matching the number of extras. Sri Lanka chased the total in just 56 balls, completing a dominant performance in Harare.

1982 – Birth of Monty Panesar

Monty Panesar, born on this day, became a fan favourite with his passionate play and iconic black patka. He made an impact by dismissing Sachin Tendulkar in his debut Test in 2006. Panesar was key to England’s 2012 series win in India with 17 wickets and remains one of the most beloved and effective English spinners of the modern era.

1976 – India’s Injury Crisis in Jamaica

India suffered a controversial defeat to West Indies in Jamaica, where aggressive bowling by Michael Holding and Wayne Daniel left multiple Indian batters injured. With players retiring hurt, India used all 17 squad members. Even Surinder Amarnath, a substitute, had to be hospitalized with appendicitis in one of cricket’s most chaotic Tests.

1964 – Birth of Jamie Siddons

Australian cricketer Jamie Siddons, born today, played only one ODI but left a larger legacy in coaching. After a prolific domestic career, he became head coach of Bangladesh and contributed to Australia’s coaching staff. He scored over 10,000 first-class runs and held the record for most Sheffield Shield runs at the time of his retirement.

1953 – Birth of Gary Cosier

Australian batter Gary Cosier was born today. He made a sensational start to his Test career, scoring a century on debut against West Indies and later hitting a career-best 168 against Pakistan. However, inconsistency plagued his later years, with seven single-digit scores in his last eight Test innings, marking a swift decline in form.

1948 – Birth of Mike Selvey

English seamer Mike Selvey, born today, had a brief but dramatic Test debut, taking the wickets of Roy Fredericks, Viv Richards, and Alvin Kallicharran in his first four overs in 1976. He formed a potent new-ball pair with Wayne Daniel at Middlesex before transitioning into journalism, becoming the long-time cricket correspondent for The Guardian.

1930 – Birth of Roy Marshall

West Indian opener Roy Marshall was born on this day. Although he played only four Tests, his impact at Hampshire was immense, scoring over 35,000 first-class runs. He was known for his powerful batting and leadership, later becoming chairman of Somerset’s cricket committee. His talents were better showcased in county cricket than on the global stage.

1886 – Birth of Charles Kelleway

Australian all-rounder Charles Kelleway,