England's Ben Stokes celebrates after his match-winning display against West Indies on July 20, 2020
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David Warner, Azhar Ali impress on third day between Australia and Pakistan
Azhar Ali scores an unbeaten 205 as Pakistan declare on 443-9 before David Warner's 144 sparks hopes of an Australian comeback on day three of the second Test in Melbourne.
Dec 28, 12:43
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Marcus Trescothick hits 49th century to equal Somerset batting record
Marcus Trescothick scores his 49th first-class century to equal the Somerset record held by Harold Gimblett.
Jul 18, 20:11
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New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum scores fastest hundred in final Test
New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum makes history in his final Test by blasting the fastest-ever century before Australia fight back on day one of the second Test.
Feb 20, 09:57
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On this day: Viv Richards blasts West Indies to victory over Sri Lanka
Twenty-eight years ago today, Viv Richards scored 181 runs off just 125 balls as the West Indies thrashed Sri Lanka at the Cricket World Cup.
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Jul 20, 11:06
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Misbah-ul-Haq matches fastest Test century record
Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq matches the record for the fastest every Test century to leave his side in complete control against Australia in the second Test in Abu Dhabi.
Nov 2, 10:49
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Graeme Swann joins BBC punditry team for West Indies tour
Former England spinner Graeme Swann joins the BBC Test Match Special team for England's one-day tour of the West Indies.
Feb 17, 12:28
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Sir Viv Richards hails Kevin Pietersen
Sir Viv Richards says that he enjoys watching England batsman Kevin Pietersen play.
Nov 21, 06:52
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