Title: Celebrating Cricket Legends
It’s no wonder that massive blockbusters captivate fans and become topics of discussion for years to come. The delightful fact is that many former cricketers and pundits have suggested that such a big hit deserves more credit. Despite the constant scrutiny of technology and reliability, which measure every aspect of the game, these arguments have never lost their significance. While reminiscing about memorable moments always brings joy, let’s delve into some of the longest innings in international cricket.
1. Shahid Afridi : 153 meters vs. South Africa
Afridi is frequently regarded as one of cricket’s most dangerous players. With just 37 balls, Afridi, who was well-known for his aggressive hitting and leg-spin bowling, held the record for the fastest century in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Before being surpassed by Corey Anderson, this record remained for 17 years. The name Shahid Afridi is still associated with incredible achievements, such as being the holder of the record for the longest six in international cricket. His legendary sixes still leave cricket fans across the world in disbelief.
2. Brett Lee : 130 meters vs. England
Brett Lee played for Australia in the 2003 World Cup winning squad. On July 12, 2012, he declared his retirement from international cricket, having made his Test debut in 1999. With 310 and 380 wickets in Tests and ODIs, respectively, Lee’s Test career came to an end. Lee was one of the best bowlers of all time from 2000 to 2009, when he was known for taking the most wickets of anyone. His outstanding performance against the West Indies is still clearly remembered, demonstrating his extraordinary talent. Even though his opponents were formidable, Lee consistently upheld fair play and cultivated positive relationships with them. He was a real sportsman off the field as well.
3. Martin Guptill : 127 meters vs South Africa
With 237 runs, Guptill has the second-highest individual score in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and is the first and only cricket player from New Zealand to reach a double century in ODIs. In T20 internationals, he also has the second-highest individual score. In spite of missing three fingers in a forklift accident when he was thirteen, Guptill is now well-known in the New Zealand cricket community. His World Cup average is a remarkable 57, while his ODI average is 43.51. His incredible talent is highlighted by his ability to score runs against formidable opponents like South Africa, England, and Australia. Given his ability to perform well in the face of fierce opposition, Guptill’s World Cup performances guarantee his place in New Zealand’s starting lineup for years to come.
These cricket icons have made a lasting impression on the game by thrilling spectators with their incredible abilities and achievements. Let’s keep honoring their contributions to our beloved game.
4. Liam Livingstone : 122 meters vs. Pakistan
Livingstone gained notoriety on April 19, 2015, when he amassed 350 runs in 138 balls for his club team Nantwich, tying the record for the greatest individual score in one-day cricket history. Livingstone made his Lancashire first-class debut early in the 2016 season. On April 24, 2017, he was appointed county captain after leading them to their first victory of the 2017 season while serving as a stand-in captain. In the shorter formats, Liam Livingstone is one of England’s most promising cricketers, frequently showcasing extraordinary potential. Livingstone struck Haris Rauf for a 122-meter six-ball that left the stadium during the second Twenty20 International match between Pakistan and England at Headingley last year.”
5. Corey Anderson : 122 meters vs. India
On December 21, 2012, Anderson made his T20 international debut for New Zealand against South Africa, having been picked for the ODI and T20I squads for the latter’s 2012–13 tour. In 2013, he was a member of the New Zealand ODI team. On June 16, 2013, he played his first ODI against England in Cardiff for the Champions Trophy. In 2014, when he was performing at his peak, Anderson left an indelible mark on cricket fans everywhere he went. At his best, he was able to hold the record for the fastest ODI century for a brief while.
With the most sixes in cricket history during the inaugural One Day International versus India in 2014, Anderson had a tremendous impact. Anderson was the talk of the IPL 7 after his incredible hitting display. In the following round, he helped Mumbai win with a speedy 95 runs off 44 balls at number three. He also participated in a complete test series against Pakistan in the UAE at the end of 2014, during which he is renowned for striking Ahmed Shehzad in the head with a bouncer, breaking his helmet. In limited-overs cricket, Anderson has frequently been New Zealand’s go-to option. He was also picked for the 2015 World Cup squad.”
6. Mark Waugh :120 meters vs. New Zealand
Dean, the other brother of Mark, plays first-class and List A cricket for New South Wales. Due to his modest age difference from his brother Steve, Dean is frequently referred to as the junior. He has always been overshadowed by his sibling. Even though he is a member of the elite Australian cricket squad, he is one of the less well-known players. Mark bowled a ball 120 meters below the surface at the WACA and stroked one underarm against Daniel Vettori during New Zealand’s 1997 tour of Australia. Stroke players like Greg Chappell, Steve Waugh, Allan Kippax, Victor Trumper, and Charlie Macartney all play alongside him. His sound is more like that of Greg Chappell, Allan Kippax, Victor Trumper, Charlie Macartney, and Sten MacKaye than it is of them.
7. Yuvraj Singh :119 meters vs. Australia
The Indian government awarded Yuvraj the Arjuna Award in 2012, which is the country’s second-highest sporting accolade. He made history in the 2011 competition when he became the first player to take five wickets and score fifty runs in the same game. He took 15 wickets and scored 362 runs during the competition, which won him the title of Man of the Tournament. Many people consider Yuvraj Singh to be one of cricket’s greatest stroke masters. His spectacular flick to open the 2007 ICC T20 World Cup against Australia is still regarded as one of India’s finest sixes in cricket history. Brett Lee bowled at ninety miles per hour, and Yuvraj launched the ball 119 meters for a square-leg flick with a flick of his wrists.
8. Mahendra Singh Dhoni :118 meters vs. New Zealand
Dhoni announced his retirement from all international cricket formats on August 15, 2020. The teams that won the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy, the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, and the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 were led by him. Under his direction, India also won the Asia Cup in 2010 and 2016. He declared his retirement from Test cricket on December 30, 2014, and he gave up his captaincy of the T20I and ODI teams in 2017. With the most sixes of any Indian batter after the first over, Mahendra Singh Dhoni is considered one of the best finishers in the history of one-day international cricket. The skipper of India hit a 118-meter six in the 44th over of the third One-Day International (ODI) against New Zealand in 2009.
The story of MS Dhoni and the Chennai Super Kings is amazing. People have been in awe of which side will win the Indian Premier League ever since he was introduced to it. A corporation run by Super Kings understands the intricacies of ongoing contests and recognizes that great leadership is necessary to become a force to be reckoned with. They paid the record breaking amount of 6 crores to sign Dhoni. As the third-highest run scorer in 2013, Dhoni guided Mumbai to a one-all draw in the championship game. He led the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League. In the IPL league, he led the squad to victories in 2010, 2011, 2018, and 2021.
9. Chris Gayle : 116 meters vs. India
Many people rank Chris Gayle as the greatest Twenty20 cricket batsman of all time, and he is certainly among the finest. He had a significant role in the West Indies teams that won the 2012 ICC World Twenty20, the 2016 ICC Champions Trophy, and the 2004 ICC Champions Trophy. In the game’s three forms, he owns a number of records. One of the most potent batsmen in cricket history is Chris Gayle. In addition to having the record for the longest six in the history of the game, he is the batter who has hit the most sixes in the globe against India.In an ICC T20 World Cup group stage encounter against India, Chris Gayle hit a 116-meter six off Yusuf Pathan’s bowling. He made a spectacular century in the opening World T20 match in 2008, sparking rumors that he would make a lot of money. KKR acquired him as their first pick for an incredible 800,000 USD. He announced his debut century with a total of 608 runs and the Orange Cap in 2011, then followed that with 733 runs and the Orange Cap in 2012. The next three years were incredible for him as he scored a massive 175 runs against Pune Warriors in 2013, which at the time was the highest individual T20 score (which came off just 31 balls).
10. Ijaz Ahmed : 115 meters vs. India
After hitting a 115-meter six and winning one of India’s biggest stadiums, he gave Virender Sehwag a gift. During the lively interviews, he asserted his dominance over Indian bowlers and made noteworthy promises to create unforgettable moments for the Pepsi Cup in Pakistan.
