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When West Indies successfully chased 418 to win amidst several on-field dramas

When West Indies successfully chased 418 to win amidst several on-field dramas

On May 13, 2003, West Indies pulled off a heist, against all odds, over Steve Waugh’s invincible line-up. Although the result didn’t alter the outcome of the series, it produced moments that will forever be etched in the memories of players and viewers alike. Karthik Parimal reviews the dramatic Test that saw West Indies register their largest successful run-chase.

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May 13 2013, 12:01 pm

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When West Indies pummelled New Zealand in their own backyard

When West Indies pummelled New Zealand in their own backyard

On May 8, 1985, New Zealand registered yet another collapse against West Indies, thereby conceding the series 2-0. Malcolm Marshall was the protagonist, finishing the contest as the highest wicket-taker — 27 wickets from four Tests — 12 ahead of the next best, Richard Hadlee. Karthik Parimal reviews the eventful Test.

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May 8 2013, 10:54 am

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Woorkeri Raman: A career that did not reach the expected heights

Woorkeri Raman: A career that did not reach the expected heights

Woorkeri Venkat Raman, born May 23, 1965, was an Indian Test cricketer whose international career never fully took off, although there was no denying his prowess with the bat. After hanging up his boots, he has been contributing immensely to the game as a coach and a columnist. Karthik Parimal looks back at the brief career of the talented southpaw.

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May 23 2013, 12:58 pm

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Bhagwath Chandrasekhar: The man who turned his disability into a lethal weapon

Bhagwath Chandrasekhar: The man who turned his disability into a lethal weapon

Bhagwath Chandrasekhar, born May 17 1945, was afflicted by poliomyelitis as a child and his right-arm remained withered as he grew into manhood. Yet, it became the most potent match-winning weapon for India for fourteen years. Arunabha Sengupta remembers his extraordinary career.

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May 23 2013, 10:41 am

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When India successfully chased a 400-plus target against the West Indies to change world cricket forever

When India successfully chased a 400-plus target against the West Indies to change world cricket forever

On April 12, 1976, India chased down a record 406 for four in the fourth innings to pull off a sensational victory. Abhishek Mukherjee looks back at a run-chase that changed the world of cricket forever.

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April 12 2013, 12:17 pm

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