Historic Cricket Moments on September 27

Historic Cricket Moments on September 27

Cricketers Born on September 27

Pankaj DharmaniIN
Pankaj Dharmani

51y / 1974

Wicket-keeper batsman

Pulasthi GunaratneLK
Pulasthi Gunaratne

52y / 1973

Batsman

Mal LoyeENG
Mal Loye

53y / 1972

Batsman

Lakshmipathy BalajiIN
Lakshmipathy Balaji

44y / 1981

Bowler

Gavin LarsenNZ
Gavin Larsen

63y / 1962

Bowler

Bill AtheyENG
Bill Athey

68y / 1957

Batsman

Duncan FletcherZW
Duncan Fletcher

77y / 1948

Batsman

Brendon McCullumNZ
Brendon McCullum

44y / 1981

Wicket-keeper batsman

Player Info

1981 – Brendon McCullum’s Explosive Legacy

Born on this day, Brendon McCullum carved his name into T20 folklore with a blistering 158 off 73 balls in the opening match of the inaugural IPL. A natural wicketkeeper-batter, McCullum’s aggressive style made him a menace in limited-overs cricket, though his Test record took longer to flourish. By 2014, he produced New Zealand’s first triple-century (302 vs India) and later led the Black Caps to their first-ever World Cup final in 2015. He retired in 2016 with a farewell hundred against Australia, leaving behind a fearless brand of cricket that reshaped New Zealand’s approach.

1948 – Duncan Fletcher, Mastermind Coach

Duncan Fletcher, born today, transformed England’s fortunes as head coach, taking them from rock bottom in 1999 to one of the world’s best Test sides. Later, he guided India to memorable highs, including a 4-0 sweep over Australia in 2013 and a Champions Trophy win. As a player, Fletcher starred for Zimbabwe, famously scoring 69* and taking 4 for 42 in their shock 1983 World Cup win over Australia.

2023 – Nepal Rewrites T20 Record Books

On this day, Nepal demolished Mongolia at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, setting multiple world records. Dipendra Singh Airee smashed the fastest T20I fifty in just nine balls, while Kushal Malla hit the fastest century in 34 balls. Nepal piled up 314 – the first 300-plus total in T20 internationals – including a record 26 sixes. They bowled Mongolia out for 41, sealing the biggest-ever win margin in T20 cricket.

2008 – Durham’s First County Championship

Sixteen years after earning first-class status, Durham lifted their maiden County Championship title with an innings-and-71-run win over Kent. Despite being outsiders heading into the final round, results fell their way as Nottinghamshire and Somerset both lost. Steve Harmison, playing with a broken wrist, took the final wicket, calling it second only to winning the Ashes.

1957 – Bill Athey, England’s Nearly Man

Born today, Bill Athey was once touted as the natural successor to Hutton and Boycott but never quite fulfilled the promise. Despite averaging just 22.97 across 23 Tests, he played a key role in England’s 1986-87 Ashes triumph. At county level, however, he was prolific, amassing more than 25,000 first-class runs before retiring in 1997.

1982 – Hemmings’ Rare All-Ten

In Kingston, Eddie Hemmings became the first bowler in 13 years to take all ten wickets in a first-class innings, returning 10 for 175. It remains the only all-ten recorded in the West Indies, and the most expensive in history.

1962 – Gavin Larsen, Economy King

New Zealand’s Gavin Larsen, born today, made his name as one of the most economical bowlers in ODI history, with a miserly career rate of 3.76. Nicknamed part of “Dibbly, Dobbly and Wobbly” in the 1992 World Cup, his steady medium pace strangled batting lineups. Despite solid numbers, he played just eight Tests as he was typecast as a one-day specialist.

1981 – L Balaji, The Smiling Assassin

Indian pacer Lakshmipathy Balaji, also born today, became a cult hero during the 2003-04 tour of Pakistan, swinging his way to key wickets while winning fans with his wide grin. After battling a stress fracture and back surgery, he returned via the IPL in 2008 and earned a brief India recall.

2020 – Alyssa Healy Breaks Dhoni’s Record

Australia’s Alyssa Healy surpassed MS Dhoni’s record for the most dismissals by a wicketkeeper in T20 internationals, taking her tally past 91 in a match against New Zealand.

1982 – Pakistan Dominate Australia

On this day, Pakistan wrapped up a nine-wicket win over Australia in Karachi, with Abdul Qadir starring with figures of 5 for 76.

1998 – Ganguly’s Bat Leads India Home

Sourav Ganguly scored his fifth ODI hundred as India beat Zimbabwe by eight wickets in Bulawayo, sealing the series 2-0. His 153-run partnership with Mohammad Azharuddin helped India chase down 236 with ease.

Last updated on: September 23, 2025