Journey through cricket’s glorious past — from its origins to modern-day legends.
The first-ever international cricket match was played between the United States and Canada at St. George’s Cricket Club in New York.
Australia hosted England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, marking the birth of Test cricket.
The first ODI was played between Australia and England at Melbourne after a Test match was washed out.
Held in England, the inaugural World Cup was won by the West Indies under Clive Lloyd’s captaincy.
India’s win in the 2007 T20 World Cup transformed cricket forever, ushering in a new era of entertainment.
The IPL revolutionized cricket’s commercial and global appeal with its franchise model.
The Indian Premier League revolutionized cricket’s commercial and global appeal with its franchise model.
The Master Blaster — scored 100 international centuries and redefined batting greatness.
The greatest batsman ever with an astonishing average of 99.94.
The fearless West Indian who brought aggression and flair to batting in the 70s and 80s.
Led India to its first World Cup win in 1983 and changed the nation’s cricketing destiny.
The magician leg-spinner who redefined the art of spin bowling with 1000+ international wickets.
Known for his elegance and mammoth innings, including the record 400* in Tests.
Brian Lara — 400*
As of 2004
Muttiah Muralitharan — 800
As of 2010
AB de Villiers — 31 balls
As of 2015
Sachin Tendulkar — 18,426
As of 2012
Chris Gayle — 553
As of 2021
Australia — 5 Titles
As of 2023
