Cricketers Born on November 3

Hemantha BotejuLK
Hemantha Boteju

48y / 1977

Batsman

Azmat RanaPK
Azmat Rana

74y / 1951

Batsman

Dick RichardsonENG
Dick Richardson

91y / 1934

Batsman

Charles JonesWI
Charles Jones

123y / 1902

Batsman

Joe SmallWI
Joe Small

133y / 1892

Batsman

Claude FloquetZA
Claude Floquet

141y / 1884

Batsman

Roger BluntNZ
Roger Blunt

125y / 1900

All-rounder

Bryan YoungNZ
Bryan Young

61y / 1964

Wicket-keeper batsman

Vaughan BrownNZ
Vaughan Brown

66y / 1959

Batsman

Ellyse PerryAU
Ellyse Perry

35y / 1990

All-rounder

Player Info

2011 – The Spot-Fixing Scandal and Jail Sentences

In a landmark ruling, three Pakistani cricketers — Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif, and Mohammad Amir — were handed jail sentences for their role in the 2010 Lord’s Test spot-fixing scandal. Butt received two and a half years, Asif one year, and Amir six months. The players, already banned by the ICC, were tried in a London court for accepting corrupt payments and conspiring to cheat. Hidden-camera footage by News of the World revealed the setup, where agent Mazhar Majeed (sentenced to two years and eight months) offered to arrange deliberate no-balls. Amir and Majeed pleaded guilty, while Butt and Asif were convicted after trial. All three returned to cricket once their bans ended in 2015.

1990 – The Birth of Ellyse Perry, A Sporting Wonder

Born this year, Ellyse Perry became one of the greatest all-rounders in women’s cricket. She made her ODI debut in 2007 before turning 17, while also representing Australia in football’s World Cup. Perry’s impact grew rapidly — she led the wicket charts in the 2010 T20 World Cup and produced a heroic 3 for 19 in the 2013 ODI World Cup final despite injury. From breaking batting records in the 2015 Ashes to smashing a double hundred in 2017 and claiming WPL’s first six-for in 2024, Perry’s career defines excellence and versatility — a true dual-sport legend.

2024 – New Zealand Whitewash India in Historic Test Series

In an unprecedented outcome, India were whitewashed 3–0 at home — a first in their Test history. New Zealand clinched dominant wins in Bengaluru and Pune before sealing the series in Mumbai. Despite India’s first-innings lead on a turning track, Ajaz Patel’s spin heroics (11 wickets in the match) dismantled India’s chase of 147. It marked the first time India failed to chase under 200 at home and their first three-Test home series loss since 1983 — a defining moment in New Zealand cricket.

1978 – The First-Ever Concession in International Cricket

In a dramatic protest, Indian captain Bishan Bedi called his batters off the field during an ODI against Pakistan in Sahiwal, needing only 23 runs off 14 balls. The reason? Four consecutive bouncers by Sarfraz Nawaz were not called wides. Bedi, known for standing by his principles, had previously declared an innings in protest against intimidating bowling in 1976. Such rare concessions remain etched in cricket’s history.

1999 – The Longest Innings Ever in First-Class Cricket

Rajeev Nayyar of Himachal Pradesh batted for a staggering 1,015 minutes (almost 17 hours) to score 271 against Jammu & Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy — the longest innings in first-class history. His marathon effort included 728 balls and 26 boundaries — a true testament to endurance.

2001 – Sehwag’s Explosive Debut

On debut in Bloemfontein, Virender Sehwag announced himself to the world. Joining Sachin Tendulkar at 68 for 4, he scored a fearless 105 off 157 balls. Tendulkar’s advice — “Enjoy the moment” — summed up Sehwag’s fearless approach. Though India lost, a new era of aggressive batting had begun.

2016 – Kraigg Brathwaite’s Heroics in Sharjah

West Indies broke a nine-year drought of overseas Test wins as Kraigg Brathwaite carried his bat in both innings against Pakistan in Sharjah. His unbeaten 60 and 40 guided the team to victory while Devendra Bishoo finished the series with 18 wickets. This match also gave Jason Holder his first Test win as captain.

1996 – Saqlain Mushtaq’s Hat-Trick

In Peshawar, Saqlain Mushtaq claimed a hat-trick as Pakistan crushed Zimbabwe in a one-dayer marred by crowd trouble. He dismissed the Rennie brothers and Andy Whittall in successive deliveries — a rare and thrilling feat.

2014 – Pakistan’s Dominant Win Over Australia

Pakistan crushed Australia in a two-Test series in the UAE, winning by 221 and 356 runs — their biggest margin ever. With Saeed Ajmal banned, Misbah-ul-Haq and Younis Khan rose spectacularly, Misbah smashing the fastest Test hundred, while Younis piled on three centuries. A stunning statement from an underdog side.

1959 – Vaughan Brown’s Unwanted Record

New Zealand offspinner Vaughan Brown is remembered for taking the only wicket that denied Richard Hadlee a ten-for in a Test. Ironically, Hadlee himself caught it in the deep! Brown’s career was brief but memorable for that one moment in Brisbane.

1964 – Bryan Young’s Reinvention

Once a lower-order keeper, Bryan Young reinvented himself as a patient opener for New Zealand. Known for his grit, he played marathon innings like his 120 in a famous chase against Pakistan and a monumental 267* against Sri Lanka — proof that determination can rewrite careers.

1900 – Birth of Roger Blunt

Born in England but raised in New Zealand, Roger Blunt became one of his country’s first Test stars. A stylish batter and handy legspinner, he was named a Wisden Cricketer of the Year even before New Zealand’s Test debut. His 338* for Otago remains one of the great domestic knocks.

1983 – India End a Long Drought (Almost)

In Delhi, India drew their second Test against West Indies, extending their winless streak to 25 Tests — still a relief after a crushing innings loss earlier. Sunil Gavaskar blazed a 94-ball hundred to cross 8,000 Test runs, while Clive Lloyd and Dilip Vengsarkar also hit centuries.

1928 – Patsy Hendren’s Century of Centuries

Englishman Patsy Hendren scored his 100th first-class century for MCC against Victoria, joining legends like WG Grace and Jack Hobbs. He would go on to finish with a remarkable 170 centuries — a hallmark of consistency and class.

Last updated on: November 2, 2025