Cricketers Born on October 24

Marjolijn MolenaarNL
Marjolijn Molenaar

42y / 1983

Batsman

Anna DoddNZ
Anna Dodd

45y / 1980

Batsman

Gagan KhodaIN
Gagan Khoda

51y / 1974

Batsman

Adrian DaleENG
Adrian Dale

57y / 1968

All-rounder

Asim ButtSCO
Asim Butt

58y / 1967

All-rounder

Arvind ApteIN
Arvind Apte

91y / 1934

Batsman

Ken HoughNZ
Ken Hough

97y / 1928

Batsman

Molly HideENG
Molly Hide

112y / 1913

All-rounder

Charles HimeZA
Charles Hime

156y / 1869

Batsman

Charlie McLeodAU
Charlie McLeod

56y / 1969

All-rounder

Wriddhiman SahaIN
Wriddhiman Saha

41y / 1984

Wicket-keeper batsman

Ken MackayAU
Ken Mackay

100y / 1925

All-rounder

Ian BishopWI
Ian Bishop

58y / 1967

Bowler

Player Info

1969 – Hanif and Sadiq Mohammad’s Historic Opening

Hanif and Sadiq Mohammad opened the batting for Pakistan in the first Test against New Zealand in Karachi. It was only the second time in Test history that two brothers opened together, the first being EM and WG Grace at The Oval in 1880. This match marked Hanif’s final Test, having played in all but two of Pakistan’s first 57 matches. The game ended in a draw, despite a brilliant 7 for 99 by off-spinner Mohammad Nazir, the best figures by a Pakistan debutant until Mohammad Zahid surpassed it in 1996-97.

2024 – Rabada Leads South Africa to Historic Win in Asia

Kagiso Rabada was the star as South Africa recorded their first Test win in Asia in ten years, defeating Bangladesh in Mirpur. Rabada took 9 for 72 across both innings, supported by Wiaan Mulder, skittling Bangladesh for 106 in the first innings. Despite a five-for from Taijul Islam and a second-innings 97 from Mehidy Hasan, South Africa’s lower-order century from Kyle Verreyne and fifty by Mulder ensured a dominant win, chasing 106 in just 22 overs on day four.

1976 – Brothers Sadiq and Mushtaq Mohammad Score Twin Hundreds

In the second Test against New Zealand in Hyderabad, Sadiq and Mushtaq Mohammad became only the second pair of brothers to score hundreds in the same innings, following the Chappell brothers. Sadiq made 103 and Mushtaq 101, helping Pakistan reach 473 for 8 declared. New Zealand were bowled out by legspin, with Mushtaq, Intikhab Alam, and a young Javed Miandad sharing ten wickets.

1967 – Ian Bishop’s Promising Career Cut Short

Born today, Ian Bishop made a strong impact in Tests, reaching 100 wickets in just 21 matches. Known for his pace and hostility, his career was hampered by back injuries. His last major performance came in 1995 at Headingley, taking 5 for 32, but persistent injuries limited his appearances thereafter.

2021 – Pakistan Breaks Winless Streak Against India in T20 World Cup

Pakistan ended a 13-match World Cup winless streak against India, winning by ten wickets in their opening game. Shaheen Afridi struck early, dismissing Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul, but India managed 151 for 7. Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan cruised to victory with half-centuries each, exploiting the dew and neutralizing India’s bowling attack.

1982 – Bob Taylor Breaks Wicketkeeping Record

In a tour match in Brisbane, Bob Taylor stumped Wayne Broad off Geoff Miller to set a new world record for wicketkeeping dismissals with 1,528, surpassing John Murray. Taylor retired in 1988 with 1,648 dismissals, though England lost the match by 171 runs and later relinquished the Ashes.

2018 – Dramatic Tie Between West Indies and India

In Visakhapatnam, West Indies fell short by one run as Shai Hope hit a four off the final ball to tie the game. Shimron Hetmyer (94) and Hope (123*) had built the innings, while Virat Kohli broke the record for fastest 10,000 ODI runs during the match. This marked Hope’s second ODI century in a tied game.

1996 – Hasan Raza Becomes Youngest Test Player

Hasan Raza debuted for Pakistan at 14 years and 227 days, breaking Mushtaq Mohammad’s record. Despite uncertainties about his age, he made scores of 27, 54*, and 68 in later matches, showing promise in his early career.

1925 – Birth of Ken Mackay

Ken Mackay, nicknamed “Slasher” for his cautious batting, was a reliable lower-middle-order batter and handy medium pacer for Australia. He made 13 Test fifties without scoring a century, but Australia never lost a match in which he reached fifty. Mackay passed away in 1982.

1984 – Wriddhiman Saha’s Rise as India’s Keeper

Wriddhiman Saha made his Test debut in 2010 and gradually became India’s main wicketkeeper after Dhoni’s retirement. He scored fifties and a century in the Caribbean and set the Indian record for most dismissals in a Test, later broken by Rishabh Pant.

1964 – Pakistan Debutants Shine Against Australia

In a one-off Test in Karachi, debutants Khalid “Billy” Ibadulla (166) and Abdul Kadir (95) shared a 249-run opening stand. Ibadulla became the first Pakistani to score a century on Test debut. Australia captain Bob Simpson also hit twin centuries in the match, which ended in a draw.

1994 – Dave Houghton’s Heroics for Zimbabwe

Dave Houghton scored 266 for Zimbabwe against Sri Lanka in Bulawayo, the highest Test score for the team. Despite his effort, the match ended in a draw, thanks to Sanjeeva Ranatunga’s second consecutive century.

1869 – Birth of Charles McLeod

Charles McLeod, born today, played 17 Tests between 1894 and 1905. A careful batter and solid all-rounder, he also played extensively for Victoria in inter-state matches.

Last updated on: October 24, 2025